K. Ellis Ritchie

K. Ellis Ritchie, esteemed founder of Ritchie Rock & Atwood Attorneys at Law in Pryor, Oklahoma, is a distinguished civil litigation attorney with a dedicated focus on the real estate sector. With an impressive 80% of his practice devoted to eminent domain (condemnation) cases, he proficiently represents clients in matters involving highways, turnpikes, roads, power lines, pipelines and other public improvement projects. His extensive experience and keenness also encompass a significant portion of general business civil litigation, including property line disputes, construction litigation, contract litigation and general civil matters, as well as providing general counsel services to businesses and cities.

Mr. Ritchie's journey in eminent domain law commenced in 1990, even before he graduated from law school, beginning with his role as a legal intern for a firm representing the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority and various cities and utility companies. Since being admitted to the Oklahoma Bar Association in 1992, after earning his Juris Doctorate from the University of Tulsa College of Law, he has passionately defended the rights of private landowners, representing over 200 individuals and businesses in eminent domain cases.

With a career of over 33 years, Mr. Ritchie has amassed a wealth of experience, including conducting over 75 jury trials and engaging in extensive appellate practice with more than 15 published appellate opinions. His legal acumen is further highlighted by his roles as a municipal judge and municipal prosecutor and his service as general counsel to numerous cities and businesses throughout Oklahoma. His credentials are further solidified by his admission to practice in the United States Supreme Court, all federal district courts in Oklahoma and the Supreme Court for the Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma.

An active contributor to the legal community, Mr. Ritchie frequently serves as a speaker for continuing legal education classes, helping to shape the next generation of attorneys. His professional excellence is recognized with a “Good” rating on Avvo and a Distinguished* rating through Martindale-Hubbell.

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