George Ritchie is a trial lawyer and is Co-Chair of the Firm's Agricultural Law Practice Group.  He focuses his practice on complex business litigation, with an emphasis on financial, technology and environmental matters. He has represented domestic and international clients in cases in state and federal courts across the country. 

George also has substantial experience in representing companies and individuals involved in government investigations, including matters involving securities and accounting fraud, alleged mislabeling of food products under USDA regulations and consumer protection violations.  George regularly provides pre-litigation analysis and advice to clients, and has lectured extensively on the importance of pre-litigation planning and expert witness development.