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4.8 /5.0
13 Client Reviews
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Charles Henry Rittgers
also known as Charles H. Rittgers
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About Charles
Biography
Charlie Rittgers is an Ohio Native. He and his wife, Ellen, settled in southern Ohio after attending the University of Cincinnati Law School. Charlie and his wife raised two children and currently practice together.
Our law firm has the results to prove that your case is in good hands when you work with us.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
48 years | 3,000 cases
Personal Injury
50%
48 years | 600 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
30%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2011
Licenses
Licensed in Ohio for 47 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
Location
Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima
12 East Warren Street, Lebanon, OH, 45036
Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima
9078 Union Centre Blvd. Suite 350, West Chester, OH, 45069
Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima
3734 Eastern Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45226
Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima
121 West High Street, Oxford, OH, 45056
Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima
401 Scott St., Covington, KY, 41011
Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima
4555 Lake Forest Drive Suite 650, Cincinnati, OH, 45242
Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima
3805 Edwards Road Suite 550, Cincinnati, OH, 45209
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Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Absolute best! Felt like family
Recently worked with lawyer Matt Nakajima and his paralegal Suzie after being seriously injured in a car accident. Working with these two was absolutely the best. Extremely fast responses to everything and treated my family like it was their own. I felt like they truly cared about me through the enti...
Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2012 | Criminal Defense
THE BEST
I was unjustly accused of a crime, and retained Mr. Rittgers as my defense attorney. I had never been in trouble in my life and was quite upset and nervous. Charlie walked me through the process and assured me that I would come out fine. He kept me informed during the entire process and we won the...
Posted by anonymous | February 21, 2012 | Juvenile
A Genuine and Caring Lawyer Who Exceeded Our Expectations!
We hired Charlie to represent our juvenile child who made a very poor decision that could have had a major negative impact on our child's life. Charlie was honest and straight forward with us and shared with our child how lives can be ruined by the wrong choices. For all of the parents out there th...
Posted by Delores | November 30, 2011 | Car Accidents
Personal injury
My husband was hit by another driver which resulted in the death of our granddaughter. Rittgers & Rittgers handled our claim very professionally and with much compassion. Mr. Rittgers and his staff worked very hard on our claim. We would recommend Rittgers & Rittgers very highly.
Posted by anonymous | November 14, 2011
Excellent Criminal Defense
He gave me my life back. I can think of no higher praise. He knows the law and he listens and fights for his client. His advise is sound and in the client's best interest. Thank you Mr. Rittgers.
Charles Henry Rittgers's Lawyer Endorsements
"Charlie Rittgers is someone to whom I refer clients and with whom I have worked as co-counsel. I have seen first-hand the excellent, tireless work he does for clients. Charlie is the only lawyer I consider when referring someone for representation in Warren County."
"I endorse Charles. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Charlie is a pillar of the Cincinnati, Lebanon and Dayton legal communities. He is an excellent advocate for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Rittgers is a great guy and an outstanding lawyer. He is always willing to share his knowledge with younger attorneys in the community and offer helpful guidance. His reputation as a litigator is superb."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known and worked with Charlie Rittgers more than 30 years. He embodies all that is good and right with a criminal defense practioner. Well educated, well respected and at the top of his game."
"Very experienced lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Charlie is an excellent attorney who is very well respected in the community by both lawyers and judges alike. Charlie has a great courtroom presence and temperment and is always current with our ever-changing laws."
"Mr. Rittgers is an outstanding lawyer with a reputation for being tough in his defense of criminal matters while being compassionate towards his clients needs. He is passionate about his profession and serves his clients well. I highly endorse Mr. Rittgers."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
John O'Shea
Criminal defense lawyer
Jeremiah Denslow
Criminal defense lawyer
Louis Rubenstein
Criminal defense lawyer
Charles Rittgers
Personal injury lawyer
Jeffrey Meadows
DUI and DWI lawyer
Ellen Rittgers
Divorce and separation lawyer
Jon Saia
DUI and DWI lawyer
Experience
Honors
2013
Listed, Ohio Super Lawyers
2013
Listed Top 100 in Ohio, Ohio Super Lawyers
2013
Listed Top 50 in Cincinnati, Ohio Super Lawyers
2012
Listed, Ohio Super Lawyers
2011
Listed, Ohio Super Lawyers
2010
Ohio Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2009
Ohio Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
2008
Ohio Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers
N/A
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1980 - Present
, Rittgers & Rittgers
1900 - Present
Partner, Rittgers Rittgers & Nakajima
Associations
Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers
Member
The DUI Group
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
American Association for Justice
Member
Greater Cincinnati Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Board Member
2005 - 2006
Warren County Bar AssociationPresident
2003 - 2004
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense LawyersPresident
1995 - 1995
National College of DUI DefenseFounding Member
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Shindler
The Ohio Supreme Court unanomously ruled in favor
Education
1978
Cincinnati, University of
N/A
University of Cincinnati College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Miami University
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Warren County Bar Association
DUI Defense
N/A
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Moderator for Defending DUI Clients
N/A
Annual Mason Police Officer Banquet
Police Testimony in Criminal Cases
N/A
Annual Conference for Ohio Civil Trial Lawyers
Alcohol Consumption and Driving
N/A
Annual Conference for Ohio Civil Trial Lawyers
Alcohol Consumption and Driving
Publications
2004
The Vindicator
President's Message
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Guides