Honors and Awards:

• 3rd Year Moot Court Trial Competition Semifinalist
• Institute for Criminal Defense Advocacy Participant, 2001
• ABA National Trial Competition Regional Semi-Finalist, 1999
• Cum Laude, American University, 1996
• Introduction to Haz Mat, New Hampshire Fire Academy, 2002
• Evidentiary Breath Alcohol Technician, Industrial Training And Design, 2006
• Arson Investigation, New Hampshire Fire Academy, 2006
• NHTSA/IACP Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Practitioner, Walden, Platt & Associates, 2007
• Harvard Law School DUI Defense Summer Program Graduate, National College for DWI Def., 2007
• NHTSA/IACP Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Instructor, Walden, Platt & Associates, 2007
• NHTSA/IACP Drug Evaluation and Classification Program, Walden, Platt & Associates, 2008
• Harvard Law School DUI Defense Summer Program Graduate, National College of DWI Def., 2009
• Mastering Scientific Evidence Graduate, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 2010
• Advanced Breath Testing Seminar, Industrial Training & Design, 2010
• In 2010 Ryan Russman became the first Attorney in New Hampshire to be Board Certified in DWI Defense Law., National College of DWI Defense, 2010
• Harvard Law School DUI Defense Summer Program Graduate, National College for DWI Def., 22008

Special Licenses/Certifications:

• New Hampshire Authorized to Practice Law, 1999
• Board Certified in DWI Defense by the National College of DUI Defense, 2010

Bar/Professional Activity:

• National Trial Lawyers Association
• National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Past President of the Rockingham County Bar Assocation, 2008

Pro bono/Community Service:

• Volunteer Firefighter with New Castle Fire Department, 2000 - Present

Scholarly Lectures and Writings:

• Speaker on Ethical Issues facing DWI Lawyers, Speaker, New Hampshire DWI Defense, Lorman, 2007
• Speaker on Ethical issues facing DWI lawyers, Speaker, Defending DWI cases in NH, Lorman, 2008
• Co-Author with William "Bubba" Head, of a citizens handbook on DWI for NH., Author, THE DWI BOOK - New Hampshire Edition, 2010
• Co-Author with Attorney James Nesci, of New Hampshire's first Defense oriented DWI book., Author, New Hampshire DWI Defense the Law and Practice, 2010

Verdicts and Settlements:

• A client under the age of 21 was charged with a DWI. Attorney Russman’s client testified he refused taking a blood alcohol breath test at the time of arrest because he had reason to distrust the machine and the officer operating it. Result: Not guilty.
• Attorney Russman’s client, the defendant, was charged with reckless operation of a motor vehicle. During trial, the state was never able to establish the claim that the defendant had placed anyone in harm’s way. Result: All charges dismissed.
• Attorney Russman’s clients, a husband and wife, had their car broadsided by an individual who had run a red light. The couple sustained substantial medical injuries, loss of consortium, and required months of physical therapy. The case settled prior to trial for $736,000.

Video:

• New Hampshire Lawyer Ryan Russman shows you the inside of a New Hampshire District Court so that you are more comfortable before your case., New Hampshire Law: The Courtroom, 2010
• DUI Attorney: Ryan Russman is a Board Certified DWI Lawyer in New Hampshire who really understands the process of a DWI case and will work for you. Not just any attorney should represent you in your DWI case. You need someone who understands the processes should be by your side to put your fears at ease. Visit Russman Law for a free consultation and more information., New Hampshire Board Certified DWI Lawyer, New Hampshire DWI/DUI Attorney, 2010

Educational Background:

• American University, Washington, DC, U.S.A., B.A. in Political Science, 1996