Ryan Hagenbrok grew up in Memphis, Tennessee. As a child, Ryan successfully argued his way out of trouble so many times, his father predicted he would become an attorney. As a homeschooled high school student, Ryan developed an interest in law while competing in speech and debate. He then attended college at the University of Memphis, where he graduated magna cum laude with a degree in political science.

Ryan graduated cum laude from the University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. While in law school, Ryan honed his skills as an advocate by participating in Mock Trial and Moot Court competitions, and competed on the ABA Mediation Travel Team. Ryan was a Senior Staff Member on the University of Memphis Law Review, and served on the University of Memphis Moot Court Board.

Ryan is licensed to practice law in the state and federal courts of Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas.