Ryan McPhie

Ryan McPhie is a former prosecutor who has dedicated his practice exclusively to criminal defense. With extensive training and knowledge of both sides of the criminal justice system, he leverages this experience to benefit his clients. His practice covers a wide range of criminal defense matters, from driving under the influence to drug possession and distribution, assault, other violent crimes, and even up to sexual offenses and murder. Ryan is admitted to practice before all Arizona state courts, including several Native American reservations.

Mr. McPhie and Grand Canyon Law Group have earned high regard from fellow professionals for their superior track record and high ethical standards. He has been recognized with numerous awards and honors for his dedicated and successful work in defending his clients. As a co-founder of Grand Canyon Law Group, with offices in Mesa, Gilbert, and Phoenix, Arizona, he provides representation throughout the state.

Ryan McPhie is uniquely qualified and trained to handle criminal cases ranging from traffic citations to major felony offenses. While some criminal defense attorneys adopt a “trial and error” approach—learning the complexities of the criminal justice system while working on your case—Ryan worked and trained alongside the prosecutors in your case. He began his career as a Rule 38 prosecutor with the Scottsdale Prosecutor’s Office and later served as Deputy County Attorney with the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office.

Having successfully fought thousands of criminal cases before numerous judges at virtually every level, Ryan prides himself on personal service and zealously fighting for his clients’ rights. He believes in his clients and is committed to their defense.