Jessica Ritzmann

Jessica Ritzmann

also known as Jessica Giles

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation

1105 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA

About Jessica

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

21 years | 1,000 cases

75%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 20 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Jessica Ritzmann

1105 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA, 98402

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Jessica Ritzmann's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Teresa | March 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Great lawyer

Very professional. She works hard for her clients. She does what she says and gets the job done. She has a great personality. She makes you comfortable.she explains your options.She fits you in if you have to come in on short notice. Her prices are fair and sticks to them. Her office is clean and com...fortable. She's close to the courthouse / jail for easy access to clients. She care about people and our community. Respectfully Teresa & Charles Fineman Tacoma Washington

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Jessica Ritzmann's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Van Vechten

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Ritzman is one of my go-to-lawyers, particularly whenever dealing with emotionally unstable clients and insane prosecutors. Not enough lawyers know how to help their clients with problems beyond their legal issues. Ms. Ritzmann is an advocate for the whole client, not just her client's case"

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Dana Petersen

Family lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked with Ms. Ritzmann on a very complex family law case. As an attorney new to family law, I found her to be an excellent mentor. She is a fierce fighter for her clients, yet always incredibly professional. Her compassion, grace, knowledge of the law, and genuine rapport with her clients is second to none. I enjoyed working with and learning from her."

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Matthew McGowan

Family lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica Ritzmann is a dedicated, passionate and experienced attorney who approaches her cases with an abiding belief that the only true resolutions are just resolutions. I have referred her a number of potential clients and will continue to do so with confidence."

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Vitaliy Kertchen

Unknown lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica is extremely devoted to justice and helping her clients achieve what's right. I wholly endorse her."

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Scott Moriarity

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have seen Jessica's passion and commitment to her clients over the years. I endorse this lawyer."

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Shane Silverthorn

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Giles is a smart and dedicated attorney."

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Kenneth Blanford

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A great attorney and well thought of in the community"

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Billie Morelli

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica rocks. If you need a bull dog at trial, call Jessica. She knows here way around the courtroom and will push the prosecution as hard as she needs to make her points. She defends you and she defends the Constitution - and she puts the cops back in their place when they cross the line by violating your rights. I wholeheartedly endorse Jessica."

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Gregory Magee

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jessica stays up at night analyzing and strategizing for her clients. She is knowledgable, articulate, energetic, and intrepid. The type of person you want on your team."

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James Oliver

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Aaron Pelley

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Kylee Redman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Pro Bono Publico Service Commendation, WSBA

2003

Reasonable Doubt, Moot Court

Work Experience

2006 - Present

Attorney, Ritzmann Law

Associations

2014 - Present

Washington Defender Association

Member

2005 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

2015 - 2016

American Bar Association

Member

2007 - 2015

Washington Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

2005 - 2006

Washington State Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Speeding

Dismissed

Possession of a Controlled Substance

Not Guilty After Trial

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Education

2005

Seattle University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of Washington, Tacoma campus

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2004

Morning Show

Sentencing Disparity

Languages

English

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