Ryan Alexander Forbes - NY Lawyer Profile

Ryan Forbes is a litigation lawyer specializing in criminal defense, investigations by government agencies, and litigation involving civil liberties. Throughout his professional journey, Ryan has handled a range of felony cases, conducted trials resulting in verdicts, and prepared motions and appeals. He has offered legal representation to clients facing scrutiny from entities such as the United States Attorney’s Office, State Attorney General’s office, and Homeland Security. Ryan also dedicates a significant portion of his time to pro bono work, which includes advocating for non-profit organizations in civil disputes and supporting plaintiffs in civil rights cases under § 1983. During his time in law school, Ryan interned with the Honorable Judge Richard Rivera, gaining valuable experience in family law matters, juvenile delinquency cases, and prisoners' rights under Title 9. His academic pursuits involved collaborating with Prisoners Legal Services of New York and The Legal Aid Society, where he contributed to motions related to torture conventions and deportation stays. Furthermore, Ryan collaborated with the Albany County Community Police Review Board to formulate a disciplinary framework for addressing instances of police misconduct. Ryan holds a J.D. from Albany Law School, where he achieved a Certificate in Criminal Law with Honors. He was an active member of the Albany Law Moot Court Travel Team, participating in prestigious competitions such as the Dean Jerome Price Memorial Evidence Competition and the Billings, Exum & Frye National Moot Court Competition. Ryan completed his undergraduate studies at Towson University, majoring in Philosophy, Law, and Politics. For legal inquiries, contact Ryan at (838) 200-1324.