About Ryan

Ryan Vantrease is a criminal defense attorney based in Louisville, Kentucky. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Louisville in 1998 and his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Central Florida in 1994. Admitted to the Kentucky Bar in 1998, he has been practicing law for over two decades. In 2005, Vantrease established the Vantrease Law Office, focusing on criminal defense, DUI & DWI cases, insurance claims, and medical malpractice.

His experience includes prosecuting DUI offenses as an Assistant County Attorney and handling felony cases as an Assistant Commonwealth Attorney in Jefferson County. These roles provided him with a solid foundation in litigation and jury trials. In 2016, Vantrease merged his practice with David Mushlin to form Mushlin & Vantrease, PLLC. The firm, located at 600 West Main Street, Suite 500, Louisville, KY 40202, offers comprehensive legal services, including criminal defense, personal injury, and medical malpractice.

Vantrease's practice areas encompass criminal law, DUI & DWI, insurance claims, and medical malpractice. He has represented clients in serious offenses such as rape, capital murder, assault, and drug trafficking. His aggressive courtroom tactics have led to significant news coverage, including appearances on nationally televised programs like 'The First 48.' He is a member of the Kentucky State Bar and has been recognized for his legal expertise. The firm's office is situated in downtown Louisville, providing convenient access to clients throughout the region.

For more information or to schedule a consultation, contact Mushlin & Vantrease, PLLC at (502) 584-8555.

Education

University of Louisville

J.D. | Law

1998

University of Central Florida

B.A. | Political Science

1994

Accepted Jurisdictions

Kentucky

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky U.S. District Court

Types of Cases Handled

Criminal Defense DUI & DWI Insurance Claims Medical Malpractice

Legal Services Scope

Trial Appeal

Professional Associations

Kentucky State Bar

has membership Current

Office Locations

Main Office

 600 West Main Street Suite 500 Louisville KY 40202