Atty. P. Scott Ritchie

Atty. P. Scott Ritchie

P. Scott Ritchie is a lawyer practicing commercial, business/commercial litigation, casualty/liability defense and 3 other areas of law.

Chicago Chicago 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About P. Scott Ritchie at a glance

P. Scott Ritchie is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Clausen Miller PC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, construction, slip & fall, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1989), U.S. District Court, Northern and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1989), Indiana (2008), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (2009). Educated at DePaul University College of Law (J.D., 1989) and Purdue University (B.S. Management, 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • P. Scott Ritchie is a lawyer practicing commercial, business/commercial litigation, casualty/liability defense and 3 other areas of law
  • P. received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • P. practices at Clausen Miller PC in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

P. Scott Ritchie's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases P. Scott Ritchie 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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Construction Law

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

P. Scott Ritchie is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Illinois →

Product Liability

P. Scott Ritchie is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Illinois →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about P. Scott Ritchie

Where is P. Scott Ritchie's law office located?
P. Scott Ritchie's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Clausen Miller PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does P. Scott Ritchie handle?
P. Scott Ritchie focuses on business, construction, slip & fall, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has P. Scott Ritchie practiced law?
P. Scott Ritchie has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did P. Scott Ritchie go to law school?
P. Scott Ritchie earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S. Management, 1983).
How can I contact P. Scott Ritchie for a consultation?
You can contact P. Scott Ritchie 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 P. Scott Ritchie received?
P. Scott Ritchie's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
DePaul University College of Law
- 1989
B.S. Management
Purdue University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 1989
Indiana
Admitted: 2008
U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 2009

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