Atty. James Forrest Ritter

Atty. James Forrest Ritter

Mr. James Forrest Ritter is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and restructuring, corporate, capital markets and 16 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About James Forrest Ritter at a glance

James Forrest Ritter is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Sheppard Mullin. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, m&a, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in California (1986) and District of Columbia (1997). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Dartmouth College (B.A., 1981). Active member of Memberships Chairman, Board of Directors, Washington Project for the Arts, 2015-present Treasurer and Member, Board of Directors, Washington Project for the Arts, 2009-2014. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. James Forrest Ritter is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and restructuring, corporate, capital markets and 16 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Dartmouth College in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • James practices at Sheppard Mullin in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

James Forrest Ritter's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

James Forrest Ritter is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in District of Columbia →

Mergers & Acquisitions

James Forrest Ritter is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in District of Columbia →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

James Forrest Ritter is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in District of Columbia →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Forrest Ritter

Where is James Forrest Ritter's law office located?
James Forrest Ritter's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Sheppard Mullin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Forrest Ritter handle?
James Forrest Ritter focuses on business, bankruptcy, m&a, government, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has James Forrest Ritter practiced law?
James Forrest Ritter has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did James Forrest Ritter go to law school?
James Forrest Ritter earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact James Forrest Ritter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1986
B.A.
Dartmouth College
- 1981

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1997

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