Atty. David Ridge

Atty. David Ridge

David Ridge is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, white collar crime, personal injury and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Allegheny College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Erie Erie 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About David Ridge at a glance

David Ridge is a Member based in Erie, Pennsylvania, practicing at Ridge & McLaughlin. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1985), U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1994), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania (2000). Educated at University of Pittsburgh (J.D., 1985) and Allegheny College (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Erie County (Director, 1999-2002) and Pennsylvania Bar Associations Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Erie, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Ridge is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, white collar crime, personal injury and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Allegheny College in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • David practices at Ridge & McLaughlin in Erie, PA

Practice Areas Explained

David Ridge's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Ridge handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

David Ridge is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Wrongful Death

David Ridge is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Personal Injury

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.

David Ridge is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

David Ridge is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Pennsylvania →

White Collar Crimes

David Ridge is one of 20,025 white collar attorneys indexed nationally. Browse white collar attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Erie are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Ridge

Where is David Ridge's law office located?
David Ridge's law practice is located in Erie, Pennsylvania. The firm is Ridge & McLaughlin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Ridge handle?
David Ridge focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has David Ridge practiced law?
David Ridge has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did David Ridge go to law school?
David Ridge earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact David Ridge for a consultation?
You can contact David Ridge directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David Ridge received?
David Ridge's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh
- 1985
B.A.
Allegheny College
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2003

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