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Amy Renee Ritchey
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Biography
Attorney Ritchey is dedicated to a high level of client representation. She is extremely attentive to detail and employs a “leave no stone unturned” approach to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients. She is not afraid to challenge the State's case or ask hard questions of law enforcement and witnesses.
Ms. Ritchey earned her law degree from Stetson University College of Law , known as Florida's First Law School, ranked #1 in Trial Advocacy and #2 in Legal Writing by U.S. News. While attending Stetson Law, Ms. Ritchey's passion for defending the rights of others began with an internship at the Pinellas County Public Defender's Office as a Supreme Court Certified Legal Intern. She later went into private practice in St. Lucie County.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
14 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in Florida for 18 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Ritchey Law Firm
101 North U.S. 1, Ste. 206, Fort Pierce, FL, 34950
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Amy Renee Ritchey's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Amy Ritchey help me tremendously with my case. She worked very hard to get me the best outcome regarding my situation.
Posted by Josh | June 22, 2016 | Hired Attorney
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DUI license suspension
My lawyer referred me to Amy to file an appeal with the DMV over my DL suspension due to refusal to submit to a breathalyzer test. I'm thankful my lawyer referred me to her. Because of her, my suspension ruling was quashed and I am now able to drive with full license privileges. Without Amy's expe...
Posted by Rob | September 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney
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Caring and committed to helping her clients
I sent Amy a case that was not in my area of experience. Her knowledge of the administrative driver license laws is unmatched. Any person with a DUI or other criminal offense charge can know she will work hard for her client and be prepared for hearings.
Posted by DeeDee23 | January 23, 2015
"Thinks outside the box!"
Mrs. Ritchey helped me through a very difficult and personal mishap with dedication and confidence. Her ability to think outside the box and demand results favored my case. I can't thank her enough for her sincere demeanor. Should I ever need an attorney again I will be calling Mrs. Ritchey. She i...
Posted by louis | January 16, 2015
she breaks all the myths you have ever heard about lawyers.
what can i say. i have dealt with lawyers in the past but i can truly say that she has been cut from a different cloth... . it is hard for me to express in words how great she was and how thankful i am that i am including my full name. . i Highly reccomend her.. louis r roque dds vero beach florid...
Amy Renee Ritchey's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Amy really knows her stuff and has a successful track record in the 19th Circuit. A true professional!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Amy's competence and skill go unsaid. She doesn't shy away from a challenge and brings much needed compassion to our field."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great researcher, always has helpful input on cases. She's amazing!"
"Amy is a phenomenal defense attorney. She digs deep into cases to achieve the best results. Highly recommended."
"Amy Ritchey is a skilled and compassionate lawyer, and a pleasure to know and work beside."
"Amy Ritchey is experienced, knowledgeable and a very effective advocate for her clients. I have worked with Amy and I highly endorse her."
"Amy is an outstanding lawyer. She is highly experienced in litigating criminal matters and is very thorough in her approach to achieving the best outcome for her clients and working with prosecutors. She is thoughtful and compassionate."
"Amy is a passionate advocate for her clients, fighting to protect her clients' interests. She is the kind of person you will feel comfortable entrusting your sensitive legal matters with. I have personally known Amy to be an honest and steadfast individual, an example to all of us practitioners."
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Experience
Honors
2012
Certification, DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing for Legal Professionals
2007
William F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award, Stetson Law School
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Attorney, Hurley, Rogner, Miller, Cox & Warranch
2015 - 2016
Managing Partner, Ritchey Law Firm
2012 - 2015
Senior Associate Attorney, The Kessler Law Firm
2007 - 2010
Attorney, Hurley, Rogner, Miller, Cox & Warranch
2006 - 2007
Legal Intern, 19th Circuit Public Defender's Office
2005 - 2006
Certified Legal Intern, Public Defender's Office, 6th Judicial Circuit
2003 - 2007
Law Clerk, Rissman, Barrett, Hurt, Donahue & McLain, PA
1994 - 2003
Legal Assistant, Rissman, Weisberg, Barrett, Hurt, Donahue & McClain
Associations
2015 - Present
St. Lucie County Association of Criminal Defense LawyersSecretary
2014 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2013 - Present
St. Lucie County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
St. Lucie County Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2007 - Present
Florida Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Strouse v. Dept. of Highway Safety
Driver License Suspension Overturned on Appeal
Douglas Capital Corporation v. Fallon
Dismissal
State v. C.S.
Dismissal
State v. J.H.
Dismissal
State v. J.S.
Acquitted
State v. E.W.
Not Guilty at Jury Trial
State v. D.S.
Not Guilty at Jury Trial
Education
2007
Stetson University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science
2001
Indian River Community College
Associate of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
SLCACDL Monthly Meeting
"Into the Rabbit Hole": DMV Hearings for the DUI Practitioner
2015
Law Day/Girl Scouts
Volunteer Attorney - Mock Trial
2015
Co-Presenter at Monthly Meeting - St. Lucie County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Case Law Update and Roundtable Discussion
Publications
2014
Florida Law Weekly Supplemental
Strouse v. State of Florida, Dept. of Highway Safety
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What is a long form pr bond??
07 May 2014
Q&A
What should/shouldn't I say to the police if I am being investigated for a hit and run from a minor fender bender?
24 Apr 2014
Q&A
What must I disclosed on a job application with a sealed record.
24 Apr 2014