Ryan Weinstein’s diverse trial practice focuses on complex, high-stakes federal and state court litigation, as well as white collar defense. In his more than 15 years of experience, both in private practice and as a federal prosecutor, Ryan has successfully defended and prosecuted individuals and corporations in a wide variety of criminal, civil and regulatory matters, including those involving alleged securities fraud, defense contractor fraud, health care fraud, intellectual property disputes, business torts, shareholder derivative actions, putative class actions, unfair competition and false advertising claims (including Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code § 17200), and breach of contract claims.
Ryan has obtained successful results for clients across a broad range of industries, including health care and life sciences, technology, sports, and financial services.
Prior to joining Covington, Ryan served as an assistant U.S. attorney at the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Los Angeles from 2012 through 2019. During his tenure at the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Ryan conducted dozens grand jury investigations and was the lead or co-lead counsel in several trials, including the successful prosecution of defendants for bank fraud, tax fraud, wire fraud, access device fraud, money laundering, and narcotics and firearms offenses. Ryan achieved a 100% conviction rate at trial. Ryan’s notable prosecutions included the high-profile extradition and conviction of some of the world’s most wanted drug traffickers and money launderers. Ryan also has briefed and successfully argued numerous appellate cases before the Ninth Circuit. In recognition of his achievements as a federal prosecutor, Ryan received commendations and awards from the Drug Enforcement Agency, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the Internal Revenue Service.
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