Charles H. Rittgers
Rittgers & Rittgers, Attorneys at Law
9277 Centre Pointe Drive
Suite 350
West Chester, OH 45069
Map
http://www.rittgersinjurylaw.com
http://www.rittgers.com
Top Ranked Injury Attorney - No Fee Unless We Recover
Legal Topic
Personal Injury
Preferred New Clients
Severe injuries and death.
Sub-Topics
Car Accident
- Auto Accident
Intentional Injuries
- Dog Bites & Animal Attacks
Medical Malpractice
- Elder and Nursing Home Abuse
- Nursing Home Negligence
Product Liability
- Design Defects
- Manufacturing Defects
Legal Topic
Divorce
Preferred New Clients
Information coming soon.
Sub-Topics
Alimony/Palimony/Spousal Support
Annulment
Child Support
Collaborative Law
Custody/Visitation Rights
Delinquent Support Payments
Division of Property
Divorce Mediation
Restraining Orders
Uncontested Divorce
Legal Topic
Criminal Defense
Preferred New Clients
Information coming soon.
Sub-Topics
Abuse
- Animal Abuse
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Elder Abuse
Aiding, Abetting, Accessory, Conspiracy
Appeals
Automotive
- Driving with a Suspended License
- Driving without a License
- DUI / DWI
- Felony Auto Accidents
- Open Container
- Parking Tickets & Towing
- Traffic Violations
Capital Crimes/Capital Cases
Computer Crimes
- Hacking
- Malicious Code
- Unauthorized Access
Criminal Records
- Expungement or Expunction
Drug Crime
- Drug Cultivation & Manufacturing
- Drug Possession
- Intent to Distribute Drugs
- Intent to Sell Drugs
- Medical Marijuana
Environmental Violations
False Identification
Felonies
Firearms & Weapons
- Constitutional Rights Defense
- Illegal Possession or Transportation
- Other Weapons & Devices
Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Bank Fraud
- Checks & Credit Cards
- Corporate Espionage & Sabotage
- Embezzlement
- Extortion
- Forgery
- Identity Theft
- Insider Trading
- Insurance Claims
- Money Laundering
- Public Offerings
- Racketeering & RICO
- Securities Fraud
- Smuggling
- Tax Evasion & Fraud
- Trade Secrets
- Wire Transfer
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender (LGBT) Rights
Grand Jury Proceedings
Juvenile Crime
Military Crimes (UCMJ)
Misdemeanors
Parole
Perjury
Plea Negotiation
Probation
Property Crimes
- Arson
- Burglary
- Embezzlement
- Larceny
- Shoplifting
- Theft
- Trespass
- Vandalism
Search & Seizure
Sex Crimes
- Abduction
- Child Abuse
- Child Pornography
- Indecent Exposure
- Prostitution, Solicitation, & Pandering
- Rape
- Sexual Assault
- Stalking
- Trafficking in Women
Truancy
Victims' Rights
Violent Crimes
- Assault & Battery
- Domestic Violence
- Extortion
- Kidnapping
- Manslaughter
- Murder
- Robbery
Bar Admissions
OH, Nov 1978
Bar Number: 0003020
Other Court Admissions
Ohio State Courts and Federal Courts.
Association Memberships
American Association for Justice, Association of Collaborative Law, Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers, Warren County Bar Association, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL), Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (OACDL), Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
Continuing Education
Because of my experience, I speak to area attorney groups and local law enforcement groups about my areas of practice. The legal field is constantly changing; attorneys need to stay abreast of recent changes in the law. In addition to speaking at seminars, I frequently attend seminars on the topics of personal injury and criminal defense. Reading recently published case decisions also keeps me up to date on the current legal environment.
Example Cases
I have handled a wide variety of cases since I began practicing law in 1978. To view a list of some of my example cases, please go to http://www.rittgers.com/CM/Custom/Criminal-Representative-Cases.asp or http://www.rittgers.com/CM/Custom/Family-Law-Representative-Cases.asp.
Education
University of Cincinnati College of Law
Juris Doctorate
Cincinnati
OH
1978
Miami University
Bachelor of Arts
Oxford
OH
1973
Xavier University
Master of Science
Cincinnati
OH
1978
Number of Attorneys
6
State Licensed In
Ohio.
Firm Focus and History
My wife, Ellen, and I began practicing together in 1991. The attorneys at Rittgers & Rittgers focus in the areas of criminal defense, personal injury, and family law. To learn more about my firm's injury law practice, please visit us at www.rittgersinjurylaw.com. To learn more about my firm's criminal law and divorce practice, please visit www.rittgers.com.
Previous Employment Summary
I began my career as a Warren County Prosecutor and have been in private practice representing individuals every since.
Activities and Awards
• AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell (the highest professional and ethical rating)
• Selected each of the last four years to the Ohio Super Lawyers list
• Member of both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum (groups limited to attorneys who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements)
• Past president of the Warren County Bar Association
• Past president of the Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
In most cases I believe clients need legal representation.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Any document you intend to introduce in court should be reviewed by a lawyer.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
No.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I became a lawyer to help people. When a person calls me for representation in an injury case, they are calling to help get answers and resolution for a traumatic event. No lawyer can guarantee results, but I can guarantee that my staff and I will put 100% of our legal skills to work for you. My wife, Ellen handles the family law area and makes sure people get a fresh start in the best way possible.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have been practicing law for over 30 years. Having a family (a wife and two children) enables me to empathize with my client's situations, whether it be losing a family member or struggling with an injury.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I wanted to help people. Specifically, I want to protect individuals from oppression against the State and big business.
What do you like best about your career?
The thing I like most about my career is satisfying my clients.
Tell us about your law firm:
My paralegal has been with me for thirty years and continues to receive praise from every one of my clients. The entire support staff is exceptional. We have more paralegals and secretaries (nine) than we do attorneys (six). My wife, Ellen handles the family law area and makes sure people get a fresh start in the best way possible.
What are your strengths and style?
I am a trial lawyer. I have a good working relationship with other attorneys and am often able to settle a case without putting my client through the experience of a trial. However, when a good settlement cannot be reached for my client, I use my trial skills and network of national experts to try each case.
Personal Interests:
When I am not at my office, I enjoy spending time with my wife, Ellen, and our two children. Even when I'm away from the office, I spend most of my time thinking about my clients and case strategies. I like to watch local sports teams and I enjoy reading about new developments in the law.
Office Manager/Assistant
Kathy Edwards.
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
http://www.cincinnati-personalinjury.com
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Translators can be retained for any language.
Additional Offices
Lebanon, OH
12 East Warren Street
Lebanon, OH 45036
(513) 932-2115
Cincinnati Office
Chiquita Center
250 East Fifth Street
15th Floor
Cincinnati, OH 45202
(513) 932-2115
Walnut Cincinnati Law Office
312 Walnut St.
Suite 1600
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Hyde Park Cincinnati Law Office
3805 Edwards Rd.
Suite 550
Cincinnati, OH 45209
Blue Ash Cincinnati Law Office
4555 Lake Forest Dr.
Suite 650
Cincinnati, OH 45242
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
In criminal defense and family law, each case is fact specific. We evaluate the case and price our fees in a fair way depending upon each individual and situation.
Hourly Rates
In family law and criminal law we typically have flat fee or retainers.
Free Initial Consultation?
Yes.
Typical Retainer
No, not for personal injury case. For criminal defense and family law retainers vary. We accept credit cards and all forms of payment.
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