Ryan J. McBrayer

Ryan is a partner in the Patent Litigation group in Seattle who represents leading technology companies in patent and other IP cases. His clients benefit from his experience making complex technologies understandable to judges and juries and his unique dedication to client service.

Ryan has helped his clients successfully explain and argue a broad range of technologies. He has extensive experience with wireless networks, including handsets, protocols, network infrastructure, and applications. He also has considerable experience with Internet hardware, protocols, and commerce methods. Between these cases, and his former work as a trial lawyer for the federal government, Ryan has been a first or second chair counsel in more than 30 jury trials. His work earned him recognition as the United States Federal Bar Association's Younger Lawyer of the Year in 2001.

Ryan's clients also benefit from superior client service. He spent almost two years seconded as the patent litigation counsel at a major wireless carrier. Ryan appreciates first-hand the challenges that clients face in major litigation, and brings unique dedication to client service as a result.

Professional Recognition

• Federal Bar Association, National Younger Federal Lawyer of the Year, 2001
• Listed in Washington Law & Politics, "Rising Stars of Washington Law"

Professional Leadership

• National Institute for Trial Advocacy, Seattle Faculty, 2002-2005