Frank Ryan

Frank Ryan is DLA Piper's Global Co-Chair, Global Co-CEO, and Americas Chair.

In his practice, Frank has handled numerous cases, arbitrations and trials in a variety of areas, including media and sports, commercial, medical device, and sovereign disputes. He is known as a go-to strategist and litigator with particular experience in patent, trademark, trade secret, false advertising, business and sovereign-related litigation.

Frank received a B.A. from Syracuse University, where he was on the varsity wrestling team for four years. He received his J.D. from Syracuse University College of Law, where he now serves on the board of advisors.

Frank and his wife, Melissa, have three sons; Zachary, Sean and William.