Currently licensed to practice in Florida. North Carolina bar admission is pending.
Ryan Abernethy is a Senior Attorney and practices in the field of estate and trust planning and administration. Ryan works closely with clients of all ranges of wealth and stages of life to craft comprehensive estate plans that focus on meeting client goals, while also providing strong flexibility to prepare for the unknowns of the future. Ryan prioritizes making sure that clients fully understand their estate plan and strives to simplify complex topics for clients.
Prior to joining Van Winkle, Ryan practiced in Florida with a small firm of himself and his father. Ryan maintains his Florida license, allowing him to easily work with clients who reside in both states, or who are looking to relocate to either state.
Education
- University of Florida – LL.M., Taxation, 2016
- Florida State University – Juris Doctorate, 2015
- University of Florida – Bachelor of Arts, 2011
Community Involvement
- Indian River State College, Foundation Board of Directors (2021 – Present)
- Indian River State College, Foundation Board of Directors (2021 – Present)
- Indian River State College, Foundation Board of Directors (2021 – Present)
- Indian River State College, Foundation Board of Directors (2021 – Present)
Originally from Florida (but always preferring the mountains), Ryan and his wife, Lauren (and their daughter and dog) moved to Asheville to be closer to family, but also to take advantage of all that the region has to offer. In his free time, Ryan enjoys cooking, working out, hiking, crafting cocktails, disc golf, painting, and woodworking. Additionally, he is an avid lover of live music of all styles and tries to take in as many shows as possible. He is a lover of sports, particularly his alma mater Florida Gators, as well as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Lightning.
