Charles H. Rittgers Esq
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Charles H. Rittgers Esq
Biography
Charles H. Rittgers, was named Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the American Trial Lawyers Association and is a member of 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. Mr. Rittgers was selected again to the Ohio Super Lawyers list. He was also named in the Cincinnati Top 50 and the Ohio Top 100 lists.
Mr. Rittgers has handled numerous high publicity cases over his 30 years of practicing law and has been a guest speaker to local law enforcement groups. He has been invited to appear on a number of media programs, some of which include the O'Reilly show, Inside Edition, and CNN. Mr. Rittgers and many of his cases have been a source for stories on all of the local ABC, CBS, NBC and FOX affiliates as well as every major Ohio newspaper and the New York Times, New York Post, USA Today, ESPN, and other news sources. Because of his experience and background he has also been asked to teach at a major university.
Mr. Rittgers is very proactive in representing his clients. Mr. Rittgers has always placed a premium on maintaining the trust and integrity of the Bench and Bar. Ninety percent of his clients are referred by other lawyers and former clients.
Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
DUI & DWI
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Products Liability
Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts
Nursing Home Abuse
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted - My office accepts all major credit cards
- Contingent Fees - We accept contingency fees on all injury cases.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Assistant Prosecutor Warren County Prosecutor's Office
Year: 1980 - 1981
Description: Prosecuted multiple murder trials in first year of practice.
Professional Associations
Warren County Bar Association Past-President (Current)
Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum Member (Current)
American Association for Justice Member (Current)
National College of DUI Defense Founding Member (Current)
Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers Member (Current)
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Past-President (Current)
Publications
President's Message The Vindicator (November 1, 2004)
Awards
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Top 100 in Ohio
Ohio Super Lawyers 2015.0
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2010 Ohio Super Lawyer List
Ohio Super Lawyers 2010.0
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2009 Ohio Super Lawyers List
Ohio Super Lawyers 2009.0
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2008 Ohio Super Lawyers LIst
Ohio Super Lawyers 2008.0
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AV-Rated
Martindale-Hubbell
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Listed 10 years in a row
Ohio Super Lawyers 2018.0
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Top 50 in Cincinnati
Ohio Super Lawyers 2016.0
Education
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University of Cincinnati College of Law J.D.
Speaking Engagements
DUI Defense, Warren County Bar Association, Warren County, Ohio, Warren County Ohio Bar Association
DUI Defense, Warren County Bar Association, Warren County, Ohio, Warren County Ohio Bar Association
Certifications
- Fellow: American College of Trial Lawyers
Websites
http://www.rittgers.com
Website
Rittgers & Rittgers
9100 West Chester Towne Centre Drive, Suite 205, West Chester, OH 45069
Rittgers & Rittgers
3734 Eastern Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45226
Rittgers & Rittgers
12 E Warren Street, Lebanon, OH 45036
(513) 934-2201