S. John Ryan

S. John Ryan

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2006

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S. John Ryan is a partner in Seward & Kissel’s Employee Benefits Group. He joined the Firm in 1998. John advises a variety of clients — publicly and closely held corporations, partnerships, governmental entities, tax-exempt foundations and sole proprietorships — concerning all aspects of employee benefits matters. These matters include representation involving the structuring, drafting, operation, amendment and termination of qualified and non-qualified pension, profit-sharing, stock bonus and employee stock ownership plans, individual retirement accounts, stock option plans and group life, disability, medical reimbursement, and other types of welfare plans.

S. John Ryan is a partner in Seward & Kissel’s Employee Benefits Group. He joined the Firm in 1998. John advises a variety of clients — publicly and closely held corporations, partnerships, governmental entities, tax-exempt foundations and sole proprietorships — concerning all aspects of employee benefits matters. These matters include representation involving the structuring, drafting, operation, amendment and termination of qualified and non-qualified pension, profit-sharing, stock bonus and employee stock ownership plans, individual retirement accounts, stock option plans and group life, disability, medical reimbursement, and other types of welfare plans.

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4.5 / 5

31 Reviews

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May Shanahan

Jan 30, 2026

Top notch experts in New York - S. John Ryan is by far the best lawyer I've ever had

Really glad I found S. John Ryan for my case. They were a huge help and made everything understandable. I was very impressed with their knowledge and how they handled the opposition. If you're in New...

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Tommy Bosco

Jan 30, 2026

The absolute best in New York for Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law - and I mean that from the bottom of my heart

Short and sweet: S. John Ryan is the real deal and a true professional in the field of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. If you're in New York and need help with your legal issues, call them immediately....

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Rita Daugherty

Jan 30, 2026

Five stars for the incredible team at S. John Ryan in New York - they are amazing

Super helpful and professional staff at S. John Ryan's office. Thanks again for everything you did for me! It was a long journey, but you made it much easier with your constant support and legal exper...

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Vickie Nolan

Jan 30, 2026

Would recommend S. John Ryan for sure to anyone in New York needing legal help

Just wanted to say a huge thanks to S. John Ryan and the staff. They really went above and beyond for me and my family during a very difficult legal battle. We couldn't have done it without their cons...

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Eloise Crona

Jan 30, 2026

A very good experience overall with the entire team at S. John Ryan's legal practice

Solid experience overall with the law firm of S. John Ryan. They know Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law inside and out and gave me great advice. Very helpful and got the job done exactly as they said they...