Atty. Richard Alan Ripplinger

Atty. Richard Alan Ripplinger

Richard Alan Ripplinger is a lawyer practicing criminal trial law. Richard has been licensed for 43 years.

Clearwater Clearwater 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About Richard Alan Ripplinger at a glance

Richard Alan Ripplinger is a criminal defense attorney based in Clearwater, Florida. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Florida (1983). Educated at Stetson University College of Law (Doctor, 1983). Serands clients in Clearwater, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Alan Ripplinger is a lawyer practicing criminal trial law
  • Richard has been licensed for 43 years
  • Richard practices in Clearwater, FL

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Richard Alan Ripplinger's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Where is Richard Alan Ripplinger's law office located?
Richard Alan Ripplinger's law practice is located in Clearwater, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Richard Alan Ripplinger focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Richard Alan Ripplinger practiced law?
Richard Alan Ripplinger has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Richard Alan Ripplinger go to law school?
Richard Alan Ripplinger earned their education at (Doctor, 1983).
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Practice Areas

Education

Doctor
Stetson University College of Law
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1983

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