Ryan G. Malfitano

As a Partner at Lawless, Edwards & Warren, Ryan Malfitano brings a fresh perspective to the firm’s leadership. He combines the wisdom of over a decade of experience with a modern approach to wealth management. Ryan works with successful individuals, families, and business owners, providing strategic guidance designed to help them grow, protect, and transfer wealth with purpose.

Ryan is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ who leads the firm’s advanced planning initiatives. His work integrates investment consulting, estate and tax strategy, risk management, and philanthropic planning into a client-focused process. Acting as a personal CFO, he partners with attorneys, CPAs, and other specialists to deliver well-coordinated and actionable strategies tailored to each client’s long-term goals.

Before becoming a partner, Ryan served as Director of Wealth Management. He played a key role in developing the firm’s investment strategy and building meaningful client relationships. Earlier in his career, he worked at CBIZ, one of the largest public accounting firms in the country, where he gained valuable experience in taxation and financial audits. He later managed operations at his family’s business, Consolidated Fibers, gaining firsthand insight into the challenges business owners face.

Today, Ryan helps shape the strategic direction of the firm, mentors emerging advisors, and continues to expand his growing client base. As a next-generation leader at Lawless, Edwards & Warren, he is committed to delivering the high-touch service and sound advice that have defined the firm since its founding.

A lifelong South Florida resident, Ryan is active in the community. He serves on the Board of Directors for the First Tee of Palm Beach County and is a member of the 100 Club of Boca Raton. Outside the office, he enjoys traveling, playing golf, and spending time on the water with his wife and children.

CFP® | Certified Financial Planner™ | Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., owns the certification marks above, which it awards to individuals who successfully complete initial and ongoing certification requirements.