Associate Attorney

Adam Van Korlaar joined The Ryan Firm in 2026, and he brings with him an unwavering commitment and drive to advocate for his clients with integrity and excellence. 

His experience includes a decade of civil defense litigation serving individuals and businesses, from small family-owned to large Fortune 500 companies, spanning a variety of different practice areas and in all stages of litigation, such as trial, mediation, motions, and discovery. His skills, cultivated through years of experience, make him an exceptional advocate for his clients.

Mr. Van Korlaar earned his Juris Doctor from Southwestern Law School, where he graduated in the top 20% of his class and received a prestigious Public Service Distinction for his dedication to serving his community. During his time at school, he also served in the Moot Court Honors Program and interned at both the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office and the California Attorney General’s Office. 

In his free time, you’ll find Mr. Van Korlaar with his family, at the gym, or rooting for his favorite baseball teams (the Angels and the Dodgers!).