Ryan J. Rodriguez
Associate
Ryan Rodriguez provides clients with a thoughtful and strategic approach to complex litigation matters in Sacramento and the greater Northern California region.
Ryan is known for his disciplined preparation, clear communication, and skilled research abilities. Ryan approaches every matter with a strong sense of responsibility and works to deliver practical, effective results.
During law school, Ryan displayed leadership and advocacy skills as the executive chair for the Moot Court Honors Board and was elected McGeorge School of Law Appellate Advocate of the Year. Additionally, Ryan served as a judicial extern for the Honorable Ronald B. Robie of the California Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District, in 2025.
Professional, Community And Pro Bono Involvement
- Sacramento County Bar Association, Civil Litigation Section
- McGeorge School of Law Moot Court Honors Board, Executive Chair, 2024-2025
Honors & Rankings
- Externship, Justice Ronald B. Robie, California Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District, Spring 2025
- Order of the Coif
- Order of the Barristers
- Traynor Society
- McGeorge School of Law Appellate Advocate of the Year, 2024-2025
Announcements
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December 12, 2024Introducing Downey Brand’s 2025 Fall Associate Class
Prior to entering the legal field, Ryan was a 4-year Division I baseball pitcher for UC Davis. Since then, Ryan continues to remain active, with his favorite hobbies outside of work being snowboarding, hiking, and golfing.
Professional, Community And Pro Bono Involvement
- Sacramento County Bar Association, Civil Litigation Section
- McGeorge School of Law Moot Court Honors Board, Executive Chair, 2024-2025
Honors & Rankings
- Externship, Justice Ronald B. Robie, California Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District, Spring 2025
- Order of the Coif
- Order of the Barristers
- Traynor Society
- McGeorge School of Law Appellate Advocate of the Year, 2024-2025

