Clinton R. Ritter

Clinton R. Ritter is a Winchester, Virginia attorney with more than 48 years of legal experience. His practice includes civil and criminal trials, criminal defense, DUI and DWI matters, automobile accidents, wrongful death claims, and wills. He is licensed in Virginia and West Virginia and represents clients across matters that can involve courtroom defense, injury claims, estate documents, and other legal issues requiring direct advice and experienced trial judgment.

Clinton earned a J.D. from West Virginia University and a B.A. from Bridgewater College. He was admitted in West Virginia in 1970 and in Virginia in 1971. His education and long practice history provide a foundation for work involving criminal cases, impaired-driving charges, civil trials, automobile accidents, wrongful death matters, and client planning needs. Decades of practice have given him extensive exposure to courtroom procedure and contested legal issues.

Clinton’s criminal work includes DUI and DWI defense and other criminal matters, while his civil practice includes automobile accident and wrongful death claims. He also assists clients with wills. This range requires evaluation of evidence, preparation for hearings or trials, communication about legal options, and attention to the procedural requirements that govern criminal and civil cases in the jurisdictions where he practices.

Clinton R. Ritter practices from Winchester and is licensed in both Virginia and West Virginia. His work combines criminal defense with civil trial matters and selected planning services. He assists clients facing criminal allegations, impaired-driving charges, accident-related claims, wrongful death matters, and will preparation. His long legal career provides practical perspective on cases that require courtroom advocacy, careful factual review, and clear guidance about available legal paths.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Clinton R. Ritter, Attorney At Law
• Member, Virginia State Bar
• Member, The West Virginia State Bar

Licensed State

• Virginia
• West Virginia

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