Ryan M. Hicks, Business Attorney in Highlands Ranch, Colorado
focused on Business, Employment, and General
PartneratWood Smith Henning And Berman Llp
Highlands Ranch, CO
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Ryan M. Hicks is a partner based in Highlands Ranch, CO. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Currently practicing at Wood Smith Henning And Berman Llp.
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- Handles Business, Employment, and General matters from Highlands Ranch, CO.
About Ryan M. Hicks: Ryan M. Hicks is a partner based in Highlands Ranch, CO. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Currently practicing at Wood Smith Henning And Berman Llp.
Areas of practice
Ryan's practice areas in Highlands Ranch
Ryan concentrates on business, employment, general, litigation, and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ryan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Employment
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Business cases in Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Ryan takes business matters in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ryan agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Ryan takes employment matters in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ryan agrees to represent you.
General cases in Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Ryan takes general matters in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ryan agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Ryan takes litigation matters in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ryan agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Highlands Ranch, Colorado
Ryan takes medical malpractice matters in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Ryan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Ryan M. Hicks, business attorney serving Highlands Ranch
Ryan M. Hicks is a partner based in Highlands Ranch, CO. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Currently practicing at Wood Smith Henning And Berman Llp. Ryan works from Highlands Ranch, Colorado and takes on business matters across the region.
Ryan Hicks is the managing partner of Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP's Colorado office and is highly regarded for his ability to navigate and guide his clients through difficult and complex civil disputes and litigation. He has over 15 years of experience, with the last decade focusing on first- and third-party disputes involving construction defects, professional liability, and catastrophic injury. He is also well-regarded for his results in handling product liability and insurance coverage. Ryan's daily experience includes the representation of a diverse array of clients ranging from seasoned national and international builders/developers, retailers, property managers, and product manufacturers to local "Mom and Pop" businesses and individuals involved in litigation for the first time.
Ryan takes pride in developing life-long connections with his clients, understanding the nuance and issues unique to every matter he handles. He takes the time to get to know each client. He helps them learn and understand the entire process from initial claim to resolution, whether through savvy negotiations, alternative dispute resolution, or trial. This approach helps create a true partnership between attorney and client where everyone contributes in a meaningful and productive way towards the common goal. Ryan truly believes that a well-informed and involved client is the key to success, no matter how large or small, experienced or inexperienced the client may be.
Newsroom
Events, Seminars & Speaking Engagements
•Dirty Jobs 2.0: Going Hands-on with Building Materials to Better Understand Defect Litigation, CLM Construction Conference, Huntington Beach, CA, September 19, 2024
•Ethics for Claims Professionals and Experts and Working Remotely, Rimkus 11th Annual Denver CE/CLE Seminar, Denver, CO, May 12, 2023
•Dirty Jobs: A Hands-On Approach to Concrete Construction Defects, CLM Construction Conference, Coronado, CA, September 21-23, 2022
Publications
•Ambiguous Windstorm Terms Cut Against Insurer, Yet Bad Faith Claim Fizzles
Article, 1.26.26
•Legislative Reform Focuses on Housing Crisis Solutions
Article, 4.8.25
•" Colorado: A Balancing Act, " Construction Claims Magazine, Summer 2025
•" Housing Affordability vs. Construction Industry Concerns, " Construction Claims Magazine, Summer 2024
In the News
•Ambiguous Windstorm Terms Cut Against Insurer, Yet Bad Faith Claim Fizzles
•Legislative Reform Focuses on Housing Crisis Solutions
•WSHB Colorado Victory in Fraud and Breach of Contract Case
•Summary Judgment Granted in Design Defect Case
Honors & Recognitions
•Selected as one of the Best Lawyers in America for Litigation - Construction in Highlands Ranch, CO (2024 - 2026)
•Super Lawyers Rising Star (2013 - 2015, 2018 - 2019)
Working with Ryan on a business matter
Ryan Hicks is the managing partner of Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP's Colorado office and is highly regarded for his ability to navigate and guide his clients through difficult and complex civil disputes and litigation. He has over 15 years of experience, with the last decade focusing on first- and third-party disputes involving construction defects, professional liability, and catastrophic…
Who Ryan represents
Ryan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and general matters in Highlands Ranch and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Ryan studied and practices
University of Nevada, Las Vegas - William S. Boyd School of Law
J.D. · 2007
Western Michigan University
B.B.A. · 2003
Ryan studied at J.D. in University of Nevada, Las Vegas - William S. Boyd School of Law and B.B.A. in Western Michigan University.
Law school and academic background
Ryan completed J.D. in University of Nevada, Las Vegas - William S. Boyd School of Law and B.B.A. in Western Michigan University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ryan runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Ryan's professional memberships and bar associations
Colorado Bar Association Arizona Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Advocates
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Locations
Ryan M. Hicks's office in Highlands Ranch
Ryan's primary office is at 1805 Shea Center Drive, Suite 150, Highlands Ranch, CO, 80129-2253. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wood Smith Henning And Berman Llp
1805 Shea Center Drive, Suite 150
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129-2253
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How to hire Ryan M. Hicks — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ryan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ryan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ryan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Ryan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Highlands Ranch, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Ryan
Ryan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Ryan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ryan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Ryan M. Hicks
How much does it cost to hire Ryan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ryan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ryan offer a free consultation?
Ryan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ryan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Ryan's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Ryan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ryan take my case if I'm outside Highlands Ranch?
Ryan is licensed in Colorado. Matters governed by Colorado law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Ryan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Ryan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Ryan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ryan accepting new business clients right now?
Ryan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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