Ryan Carty
ryan@cartylawpc.com
Ryan Carty
ryan@cartylawpc.com
About Me
Biography
Ryan is no stranger to big stages. He made his first front-page newspaper headline when he was less than two weeks old. He continued to chase the limelight in choir, punk bands, and on film.
Studying theatre in college sharpened Ryan's ability to step into his clients' shoes and understand where they’re coming from. Marrying his college sweetheart and having three energetic boys reminds him of what’s most important in his own life - and in many of his clients’ cases. Ryan's focus on family explains why he is one of only two private lawyers in the State of Oregon to currently serve in an advisory role to the Chief Justice of the Oregon Supreme Court on matters pertaining to family law.
Now, Ryan spends most of his time in court, prepping for court, or doing his best to keep his clients out of court.
He’s ready to support you with your legal issues and create a plan unique to your situation that will allow you to move forward with what’s best for your family.
Bar Admissions
Oregon, 2009
Education
Willamette University College of Law, Salem, Oregon
J.D. (2009)
Willamette University Graduate School of Management, Salem, Oregon
Certificate: Sustainable Enterprise (2009)
Willamette University, Salem, Oregon
B.A., Bachelor of Arts (2004)
Major: Theatre
Publications
- 2015 Oregon Legislation Highlights – Domestic Relations and Juvenile Law, Oregon State Bar (2015)
- 2013 Oregon Legislation Highlights – Domestic Relations and Juvenile Law, Oregon State Bar (2013)
- 2011 Oregon Legislation Highlights – Family Law, Oregon State Bar (2011)
Speaking Engagements (selected)
- What Can Data Do for You?, OJD & SFLAC Family Law Conf. (2023)
- Legislative Updates: Then and Now: Tips to Ensure Your Practice is in Statutory Compliance, Oregon State Bar, Family Law Section CLE (2022)
- Crisis & Resiliency: Reimagining the Future of Family Law, OJD & SFLAC Family Law Conf. (2021)
- Legislative Update (Family Law), Oregon State Bar, Family Law Section CLE (2011, 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2023)
- Proposed Legislation and Family Law, OJD & SFLAC Family Law Conf. (2017, 2019)
- Depositions 101, Oregon Family Law Practice, Willamette University College of Law (2017)
- Advanced Child Support: Rebuttals, Oregon State Bar, Family Law Section CLE (2014)
- Family Law Practice Panel, Willamette University College of Law (2011-14, 2016)
Awards
- Super Lawyer (Super Lawyers Magazine), 2022 – 2024
- Rising Star (Super Lawyers Magazine), 2012 – 2021
- Arno Denecke New Lawyer of the Year (Marion-Polk County Legal Aid), 2010
- Top 10 Family Law Attorneys Under 40 – Oregon (National Academy of Family Law Attorneys), 2014
Professional Associations and Memberships
- Member, State Family Law Advisory Committee (2013 - present; Co-Chair, Data Subcomm. 2018 - present; Chair, Futures Subcomm. 2021 - present; Chair, Legislative Subcomm. 2012 - present)
- Co-Chair, Boys & Girls Club of Salem, Marion and Polk Counties, Teen Court Committee (2012 - present)
- Member, OJD Online Legal Notices Workgroup (2024 - present)
- Member, Oregon Legislature Workgroup on Parental Relocation (2022-present)
- Chair, Oregon State Bar, Family Law Section, Legislative Subcommittee (2012–2022)
- Member, Oregon Legislature Workgroup on Custody and Parenting Time (2016-19)
- Member, Oregon State Bar, OSB/OJD Task Force on Oregon eCourt Implementation (2013-15)
- Member, Oregon State Bar, Senate Bill 799 Task Force (2013-14)
- Judges Panel, American Bar Assn., Law Studt. Div. Region 10 Negotiation Competition (2010, 2014)
- President, Board of Directors, Historic Elsinore Theatre (2014 - 2022; Member 2012 - 2022)
- Advisory Board Member, Theatre 33 (2022 - present)
- President, Board of Directors, Rotary eClub of the Willamette Valley (2025-26, 2023-24; Board Member 2011-15, 2022-present)
- Youth Sports Coach, Boys & Girls Club, Capital Futbol Club, Salem-Keizer Ed. Fndn., YMCA (2012 - present)