“Ryan Zehl is a Houston catastrophic injury and truck accident trial lawyer renowned for record-setting verdicts and settlements in the most complex, high-stakes cases. With a relentless trial-first approach and uncompromising preparation, he stands at the forefront of holding powerful corporations accountable for life-altering harm.”

Fantastic Lawyers® Editorial, 2026

Ryan Zehl is a nationally recognized Houston personal injury trial lawyer known for securing some of the largest verdicts and settlements in history for clients who have suffered catastrophic injuries, severe burns, and wrongful death across Texas and the United States.

As founder of Zehl & Associates, Ryan leads a firm dedicated exclusively to high-stakes injury litigation. His results have earned him lifetime membership in the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, distinctions reserved for less than one percent of trial lawyers.

What Ryan Zehl Does

Ryan focuses on complex and catastrophic injury cases, particularly those involving major corporations, transportation companies, oilfield operators, and construction entities. His practice includes:

• Car accidents
• Truck accidents
• Construction accidents
• Maritime injuries
• Motorcycle accidents
• Pedestrian accidents
• Premises liability
• Product liability
• Slip and fall injuries
• Wrongful death

Many of these cases involve catastrophic injuries, traumatic burns, and life-altering losses. Ryan and his team prepare every case with a trial-first mindset, ensuring they are fully ready to present the strongest possible case before a jury if necessary.

Why He Stands Out

Ryan Zehl has obtained landmark recoveries, including:

• #1 Largest Oilfield Accident Settlement in U.S. history
• #1 Largest Oilfield Burn Injury Settlement in U.S. history
• #1 Largest Truck Accident Settlement in Texas
• #1 Largest Accident Verdict in Texas

Under his leadership, Zehl & Associates has been named a finalist for “Personal Injury Law Firm of the Year” by Law.com and The National Law Journal for multiple consecutive years. The firm has also achieved the largest verdicts in the corporate histories of several major transportation companies.

Client Experience & Reputation

With a substantial number of five-star client reviews, Ryan and his team are consistently described as responsive, supportive, and highly professional. Clients frequently highlight the firm’s ability to handle complex insurance and corporate defense issues while keeping injured individuals informed and supported throughout the process.

The firm’s approach combines detailed preparation, strategic litigation, and a strong commitment to maximizing compensation while reducing the stress of legal proceedings for clients and their families.

Location & Contact

Phone: (713) 491-6064 Location: Texas Office address: 2700 Post Oak Blvd #1000, Houston, TX 77056