Luke Ryan

Luke Ryan

Associate
Baker & McKenzie LLP

Biography

Luke Ryan is an associate in Baker McKenzie’s New York office and a member of the North America Tax Practice Group. Prior to joining the Firm, Luke worked for other international law firms representing clients in civil and criminal tax controversies. Luke also clerked for the Hon. John F. Keenan of the US District Court, Southern District of New York. Luke served twelve years as an Infantry Officer in the United States Army and Army National Guard where he was awarded two Bronze Stars and received several other commendations for exemplary service.

Practice Focus

Luke advises clients on a wide range of federal and multistate tax controversy matters, including tax planning, audit defense and appeals, and litigation.

Professional Honors

  • American Bar Association, Tax Section
  • New York State Bar Association, Tax Section

Admissions

  • U.S. District Court, Central District of California~United States (2025)
  • California~United States (2023)
  • U.S. Tax Court~United States (2022)
  • U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Central District of California~United States (2022)
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York~United States (2021)
  • New York~United States (2018)

Education

  • New York University School of Law (LL.M., Tax) (2026)
  • Fordham University School of Law (J.D.) (2017)
  • University of Virginia (B.A.) (2002)

Languages

  • English