Atty. William Joseph Ritchie

Atty. William Joseph Ritchie

William Joseph Ritchie is a lawyer practicing alimony, assault and battery, bankruptcy and 29 other areas of law. William received a M.P.H. degree from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1989, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Miramar Beach Miramar Beach 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About William Joseph Ritchie at a glance

William Joseph Ritchie is a Member based in Miramar Beach, Florida, practicing at West Ritchie Law. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on divorce, chapter 7, dui/dwi, child custody, and contracts. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of Fl (1990). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1989) and University of Alabama at Birmingham (M.P.H. Public, 1989). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Okaloosa-Walton Bar Association The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Miramar Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William Joseph Ritchie is a lawyer practicing alimony, assault and battery, bankruptcy and 29 other areas of law
  • William received a M.P.H. degree from University of Alabama at Birmingham in 1989, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • William practices at West Ritchie Law in Miramar Beach, FL

Practice Areas Explained

William Joseph Ritchie's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

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Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Contracts

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Miramar Beach 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Joseph Ritchie

Where is William Joseph Ritchie's law office located?
William Joseph Ritchie's law practice is located in Miramar Beach, Florida. The firm is West Ritchie Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Joseph Ritchie handle?
William Joseph Ritchie focuses on divorce, chapter 7, dui/dwi, child custody, contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William Joseph Ritchie practiced law?
William Joseph Ritchie has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did William Joseph Ritchie go to law school?
William Joseph Ritchie earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (M.P.H. Public, 1989).
How can I contact William Joseph Ritchie for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Joseph Ritchie received?
William Joseph Ritchie's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Cumberland School of Law of Samford University
- 1989
M.P.H. Public
University of Alabama at Birmingham
- 1989

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. District Court, Northern District of Fl
Admitted: 1990

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