About Me

Christopher R. Ryon is an associate in the firm's labor and employment practice. He litigates on behalf of unions before Maryland's courts, the NLRB, administrative agencies, and federal courts. Mr. Ryon also counsels unions with regard to negotiations, legislative matters, and compliance issues.

In addition, Mr. Ryon leads the firm’s procurement and government contracts practice. He represents government contractors in all aspects of working with state and local government. He advises contractors on the procurement process and represents them in bid protests and contract claims.

Prior to joining Kahn, Smith & Collins, Mr. Ryon served more than six years with the State of Maryland Office of the Attorney General. As an Assistant Attorney General with the Contract Litigation Unit, he successfully litigated a variety of complex cases, including sophisticated bid protest appeals and government contract claims. Prior to joining the Contract Litigation Unit, Mr. Ryon was a Staff Attorney for the Department of Budget and Management where he represented the State of Maryland Central Collection Unit.

Mr. Ryon served as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Evelyn Cannon, Circuit Court for Baltimore City.

Legal Assistant

Practice Areas

• Employment Law
• Labor Law
• Government Procurement
• Defense Against False Allegations

Bar Memberships

• Maryland Court of Appeals
• United States District Court for the District of Maryland

Education

• University of Michigan
• University of Maryland School of Law

Community Activities

• Maryland State Bar Association, Construction Law Committee
• Ednor Gardens-Lakeside Civic Association