Atty. Daniel Ritkes
Daniel Ritkes is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury law, criminal law and 3 other areas of law. Daniel received a M.A. degree from San Francisco State University, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Santa Monica, CA · 47+ Years Experience
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About Daniel Ritkes at a Glance
Daniel Ritkes is a Principal based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Law Offices of Daniel Ritkes. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1979). Educated at University of San Fernando Valley College of Law J.D. (—) and San Francisco State University M.A. English St. Mary's College Standard Secondary Teaching Credential University of California, Berkeley B.A. English (—). Serves clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel Ritkes
- Daniel Ritkes is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury law, criminal law and 3 other areas of law
- Daniel received a M.A. degree from San Francisco State University, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Daniel practices at Law Offices of Daniel Ritkes in Santa Monica, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel Ritkes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel Ritkes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Santa Monica.
Personal Injury in Santa Monica
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Santa Monica
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Daniel Ritkes is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in Santa Monica
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Daniel Ritkes is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Santa Monica
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Daniel Ritkes is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Appellate Practice in Santa Monica
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Daniel Ritkes is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Santa Monica
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Santa Monica are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Santa Monica Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Santa Monica-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Santa Monica Choose Daniel Ritkes
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel Ritkes's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, real estate, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel Ritkes brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and real estate, Daniel Ritkes can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Santa Monica
A Santa Monica-based practice means Daniel Ritkes attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Daniel Ritkes Handles in Santa Monica
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel Ritkes has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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