LAWYER PROFILE
Thomas Ryerson

Thomas Ryerson

USA 2026

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About

Provided by Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney

Practice Areas

Litigation

White Collar & Investigations

Construction

Ethics & Compliance

Securities Litigation

Business Litigation

Blockchain & Digital Assets

Energy Infrastructure & Clean Technology

Fintech & Payments

Food & Beverage

Land Development

Career

Thomas Ryerson is an experienced litigator, advocating for clients in high-stakes civil and criminal cases. He is ranked as a leading lawyer by Chambers USA, in which he was lauded as “a formidable opponent in litigation,” who “always serves his clients very well” and “distills concepts for others who don't have the background or expertise.”

Thomas litigates both civil and criminal cases in federal and state courts, while also representing numerous clients in complex commercial arbitration. These matters arise across many industry sectors, including construction, real estate, financial services, energy, agriculture, gaming, aerospace, pharmaceuticals, and securities. Thomas also represents public agencies in a variety of matters, including those relating to state and federal constitutional law.

In connection with government investigations and criminal proceedings, Thomas represents individual and corporate defendants in federal and state courts, as well as in front of government agencies. He advises clients in nearly all stages of enforcement, from the initial investigation through sentencing, and regularly conducts internal investigations in anticipation of government scrutiny or other legal exposure.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Arizona

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial

Thomas Ryerson adroitly handles white-collar criminal defense mandates, including large-scale government investigations. His client base consists of both companies and individuals accused of crimes such as money laundering and financial impropriety.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Thomas Ryerson is a great adviser who is dedicated to his clients.

    Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government InvestigationsChambers Guide to the USA

Ranked Individuals at Ashurst Perkins Coie – London, New York, Seattle, Sydney (219)

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