JIM RYAN & ASSOCIATES - Key Persons
JIM RYAN served two terms as Attorney General of the State of Illinois (1995-2003). As Illinois' chief legal officer for eight years and with more than 30 years in public service and private practice, Mr. Ryan brings to Ryan & Ryan vast experience in law and Illinois government.
Jim Ryan has been credited for his efforts to professionalize the Office of Attorney General and taking a leadership role in the war on crime. His office vigorously enforced environmental and consumer protection laws and established a healthcare bureau to protect patients' rights.
Before serving as Attorney General, Jim Ryan served ten years as State's Attorney for DuPage County's (1984-1994). Prior to becoming State's Attorney, he was an Assistant State's Attorney and First Assistant State's Attorney. He was in private law practice for eight years with the law firm of Ryan & Darrah.