Michael Wayne Ritter

Michael Wayne Ritter

also known as Michael W. Ritter, Michael Ritter

4.9
Rating: 7.2

Licensed for 40 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Wartburg, TN
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, Car Accidents

3910 Morgan County Highway, Suite 4, Wartburg, TN

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 70%

Attorney Ritter is a premier DUI lawyer. If you've been issued a DUI in Tennessee, expect the state to throw the book at you. For aggressive & professional defense, call Attorney Ritter immediately to discuss your case and put your mind at ease.

40 years

70%
Criminal Defense 20%

Since 1986, Attorney Ritter has defended individuals charged with crimes in the great state of Tennessee. If you have been charged with a crime, you will need a fighter on your side. Call him today for a consultation.

40 years

20%
Car Accident 5%

Attorney Ritter has been helping people that have been hurt in car accidents since 1986. If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident and you've been injured, you need to talk to Attorney Ritter to explore your options.

40 years

5%
Personal Injury 5%

If you have been hurt through no fault of your own and due to someone else's negligence, you need to call a lawyer immediately. You may be focusing on your recovery, but you need a lawyer advocating for you while you heal.

40 years

5%

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 40 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1986

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2011

Location

Michael W. Ritter, Attorney at Law

3910 Morgan County Highway, Suite 4, Wartburg, TN, 37887

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Michael Wayne Ritter's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

89 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 22 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Albert | April 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Don’t Be Bitter! Call Mr. Ritter!

Mr. Ritter was by far the best decision I made in my court case! He’s very knowledgeable and tells you everything up front about your case. He knows the ins and outs of the DUI laws and can provide you with best case and worst case scenarios. He works hard for the best case scenario and he knows what... to expect from the opposite side of the case. I highly recommend Mr. Ritter. Alongside his administrative assistant Ms. Summer, they keep you informed and up to date on all your questions and concerns about your case. Don’t settle for bitter, make the call to Mr. Ritter!!!

Posted by Molly | December 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best lawyer in East TN ...

Words cant express what Mike Ritter and his staff did for me, and my family. Upon a hard time in my life I hired Mike based on his reputation for being a highly skilled DUI lawyer . Not only did he beat my case he also got my license back for me and had several other charges dismissed and expunged. A... year I had another mishap and Mike was sitting at the jail before business hours to help get me out . The caring support and positive attitude he and his staff showed me was something no one else had given me during that time period , and it thrived me into wanting to make my life better. The day I hired Mike Ritter , not only did I accept the best legal counsel I could ever imagine, I received a support system in a much needed time . This firm truly cares about clients and they go over and beyond to make it a non judgemental zone and the best experience possible. I highly recommend them .

Posted by Brett | December 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Your first and only choice! The best DUI attorney you’ll find.

Michael Ritter is the epitome of a true defense attorney. A very smart man with decades of knowledge & experience - he knows the law very well & you’ll learn that during your consultation. He goes beyond expectations to make sure his clients are satisfied with their results. If you aren’t pleased, Mr.... Ritter isn’t either! This is something he will make very clear. In my case he was able to get me further than I could’ve expected, and seal a deal I couldn’t imagine possible. His staff is very kind, and the environment is both welcoming & warming. If you’re searching for the right attorney to represent you during your legal battle, Mike Ritter should be your first choice. He truly makes you a priority. 5 stars all day, everyday in every way!

Posted by Dena | June 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Fantastic Lawyer - Recommend above any & all Tennessee Lawyers

Fantastic Legal Lawyer!! Thank you Michael for representing my son several times over the past few years. You helped him with some serious charges and allegations mostly stimming from drugs. You helped give him a new lease on life and he is doing so much better! I credit you with helping save his ...life!! Your legal representation, knowledge of the law, support and hard work gave him the opportunity to turn his life around and for that I'm eternally grateful!! i recommend Michael Ritter above any and all lawyers in Tennessee!!

Posted by anonymous | April 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Stop looking for an attorney and hire Michael Ritter and his team.

If I could give Michael Ritter and his team 1000 stars on this review I would. I was charged with failure to obey traffic control device (running a red light), DUI, and violation of implied consent(refusal to breath or blood test). Being arrested is a dehumanizing and traumatic event. After my arres...t I was devastated and fearful for my life and livelihood and for the well-being of my family. Michael came highly recommended to me by more than one community respected members. After meeting with him for the first time I see why. He knows the law and he fights like hell for his clients. If you want to win the best possible outcome than you cannot beat having Michael Ritter in the courtroom on your behalf. He had my criminal charges dismissed. Meet with him, follow his instructions, do your due diligence, show up and let Michael Ritter get you the best possible results even in very difficult circumstances. Honestly, the sooner you can get him on your side the better.

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Jonathan Edwards

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 23

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have been afforded the distinct honor of being mentored by Michael W. Ritter. His zealous representation of his clients makes him top notch in the criminal defense field. His passion for defending the constitution is only surpassed by his empathy for his client."

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Experience

Rating:  7.2 (Very Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2011.

Temporary Suspension issued in TN, 2011

updated on 03/28/2017

Temporary suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice during a disciplinary investigation. The suspension typically expires when the investigation is resolved.

Michael’s comment:

“This was a temporary suspension! A complaint,( that was ultimately DISMISSED) was not answered within the time allotted by the Board of Professional Responsibility. My Mother was in critical condition in Phoenix, Arizona, when the response was due. Upon my return, I contacted the Board, a hearing was held and my license was immediately restored to active.”

Censured issued in TN, 2004

updated on 09/21/2013

When an attorney is censured it means he or she did something wrong but may still practice law. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Work Experience

1987 - Present

Attorney at Law, Ritter & Edwards, An Association of Attorneys

Sample of Legal Cases

Lee v. ANDERSON COUNTY ELECTION COMMISSION, Tenn: Court of Appeals 2007

The judgment of the Trial Court is affirmed in part and vacated in part

Andrews v. Bible 812 S.W.2d 284 (1991)

This case was affirmed by the Tennessee Supreme Court

State v. Crawford, 783 S.W.2d 573 (1989)

Accordingly, this court reverses the order of the trial court and hereby remands this cause for an evidentiary hearing on the issue of consent

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Education

1985

University of Tennessee College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

University of Tennessee

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

DWI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

2017

Advanced Roadside Driving Enforcement

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Languages

English

Activity

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