Charles M. Rittgers
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Charles M. Rittgers
Biography
Numerous multi-million dollar jury verdicts, frequent multi-million dollar settlements, and numerous not guilty jury verdicts in difficult cases - Charlie is known by judges, lawyers, and citizens throughout the region as the go-to trial lawyer for those who want the best result.
Charlie focuses on serious injury and death cases as well as complex criminal cases. He is not able to accept every case due to demand and the attention he provides each of his clients.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
DUI & DWI
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees - Flat fees for criminal cases. Contingency fees for injury cases.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Investment Banker Bank of America
Year: 2006 - 2007
Description: Worked in New York as an investment banker at Bank of America prior to law school.
Partner Rittgers & Rittgers
Year: 2008 - 2023
Description:
Partner Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima
Year: 2023 - Current
Description:
Professional Associations
Ohio State Bar Member (2009 - Current)
University of Cincinnati College of Law Law Review Member (2008 - 2009)
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Board Member (2010 - Current)
Warren County Bar Associations Member (2010 - Current)
Law Review Alumni Advisor Board Board Member (Current)
Ohio Association of Justice Member (2010 - Current)
Publications
The Constitutionality of Ohio's Death Penalty Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Magazine (2013)
Ohio Motorcycle Accidents PDF white paper (July 7, 2013)
A Guide To Regaining Your Driver's License After An OVI PDF white paper (June 10, 2012)
Awards
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Rising Stars
Super Lawyers 2022.0
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Million Dollar Advocate
Million Dollar Advocate Forum 2014.0
Note: One of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States. Membership is limited to attorneys who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements. Fewer than 1% of U.S. lawyers are members.
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Rising Stars
Super Lawyers 2013.0
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Top 40 Under 40
American Trial Lawyers Association 2013.0
Note: Membership is extended to a select few lawyers who have established results for clients.
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Rising Stars
Super Lawyers 2014.0
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Multi-Million Dollar Advocate
Million Dollar Advocate Forum 2014.0
Note: Members required to have achieved a multi-million dollar verdict or settlement prior to being qualified to apply for membership.
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Top 40 Under 40
American Trial Lawyers Association 2014.0
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Rising Stars
Super Lawyers 2015.0
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Rising Stars
Super Lawyers 2016.0
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Rising Stars
Super Lawyers 2017.0
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Rising Stars
Super Lawyers 2021.0
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Ohio Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers 2023.0
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Rising Stars
Super Lawyers 2020.0
Education
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Dartmouth College B.A. (2006) | History
Year: 2002 - 2006
Honors: Activities: Starting QB for football team.
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University of Cincinnati College of Law J.D. (2010)
Year: 2007 - 2010
Honors: Activities: Law Review. Ohio Justice and Policy Center.
Speaking Engagements
Obtaining Maximum Recovery in Injury and Wrongful Death Cases, The Lawyers Club of Cincinnati, Montgomery Inn - Boathouse, January 15, 2019, The Lawyers Club of Cincinnati, Spoke to a room of lawyers about the changing nature of personal injury work and how to get maximum settlements and case value for clients in difficult injury and death cases.
Obtaining Maximum Recovery in Injury and Wrongful Death Cases, The Lawyers Club of Cincinnati, Montgomery Inn - Boathouse, January 15, 2019, The Lawyers Club of Cincinnati, Spoke to a room of lawyers about the changing nature of personal injury work and how to get maximum settlements and case value for clients in difficult injury and death cases.
Certifications
- Trained and Certified in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing: NHTSA
Websites
http://www.rittgers.com/
Rittgers & Rittgers
Rittgers & Rittgers, Attorneys at Law
3734 Eastern Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45226
Rittgers & Rittgers, Attorneys at Law
12 East Warren Street, Lebanon, OH 45036
(513) 934-2201