Ryan C. Scarpa

Ryan serves as a driving force behind the strategic direction and operational growth of the firm, with a substantive focus on both commercial and residential real estate matters, as well as high-profile business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions.

A seasoned real estate professional, Ryan's practice spans the full spectrum of residential and commercial transactions, encompassing property purchases, sales, financing, deal structuring, construction, and large-scale development projects. His expertise extends to a wide range of business transactions, where he advises on entity formation, corporate governance, mergers, acquisitions, and intricate contract negotiations. Ryan has represented some of the nation's largest Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), franchisees, and prominent real estate investment and development firms, particularly in their Florida-based dealings.

Ryan's unique blend of legal acumen and real-world business experience further enhances his ability to provide exceptional value to clients. His hands-on approach and deep understanding of deal structuring and market dynamics allow him to strategically leverage his network to help clients achieve their goals. Outside of his work at Block & Scarpa, Ryan has personally identified, operated, and successfully exited over $250 million in real estate ventures and business enterprises. He has also overseen and helped scale several multi-million-dollar businesses in industries including real estate, consumer product goods, marketing and representation, and hospitality.

Ryan has represented hundreds of athletes, entertainers, and high-profile celebrities in negotiating complex sponsorship deals, endorsement agreements, and NFT (non-fungible token) releases.

Recognized for his diligence and unparalleled advocacy, Ryan is frequently invited to speak on a wide array of legal and business topics. His dedication to excellence and client success has earned him recognition by Super Lawyers each year since 2020, where he has been honored for his exceptional contributions to both the firm and the legal profession. Ryan has also been named to Florida Trend Magazine’s prestigious list of Notable Managing Partners on multiple occasions, based upon peer nominations. Ryan’s leadership has been instrumental in driving the firm’s remarkable growth, with Block & Scarpa expanding by more than 1000% in the past decade.