Jason Ritchie

Jason Ritchie is an attorney at Ritchie Manning Kautz PLLP in Billings, Montana. His practice focuses on labor and employment matters for businesses, including everyday workplace advice, investigations, and disputes in courts and administrative proceedings. He also handles commercial litigation, construction disagreements, and matters involving real estate, agriculture, contracts, and corporate duties. His work helps organizations assess legal obligations and respond to contested claims.

Jason earned a B.A. in Business Administration from Carroll College in 2001 and a J.D., with honors, from the University of Montana School of Law in 2004. He previously practiced as a partner at Holland & Hart LLP before joining Ritchie Manning Kautz. His academic background in business and law supports work involving employer decision-making, regulatory requirements, and complex civil disputes.

His employment practice includes advising on workplace relationships, conducting investigations, and handling claims in litigation and administrative settings. Beyond employment law, he has worked on disputes involving construction projects, lender liability, intellectual property, shareholder responsibilities, and healthcare matters. He has also presented on wage and hour compliance, discrimination, harassment, and workplace documentation, drawing on practical issues faced by employers.

Jason Ritchie has received recognition from Chambers USA, The Best Lawyers in America, and Mountain States Super Lawyers for labor and employment work. He is admitted to Montana courts, the United States District Court for the District of Montana, and the Ninth Circuit. His practice brings together workplace counseling, dispute resolution, and trial experience for business clients.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Ritchie Manning Kautz PLLP
• Member, State Bar of Montana
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Yellowstone Area Bar Association

Licensed State

• Montana

Education

• University of Montana School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Carroll College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Administration

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