Schierer & Ritchie, LLC is a Peoria-based trial law firm specializing in personal injury and criminal defense cases, built on more than 25 years of combined litigation experience. Known for their aggressive, trial-ready approach, they offer hometown representation with a focus on clear communication and strategic advocacy for clients throughout Central Illinois.
The firm leverages deep familiarity with local courts, judges, and legal processes to handle a wide range of complex cases, from catastrophic injuries and wrongful death claims to serious criminal charges. Their team—which includes former prosecutors—provides direct, honest guidance and crafts personalized strategies aimed at helping clients move forward after life-altering events. They emphasize accessibility with virtual consultations and 24/7 availability.
Services Offered
- Personal injury attorney
- Criminal justice attorney
- Trial attorney
- Bicycle accidents
- Catastrophic injuries
- Brain injuries
- Burn injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Commercial truck accidents
- Construction accidents
- Dog bites
- Electric scooter accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Slip & fall accidents
- Truck accidents
- Workers’ compensation
- Wrongful death
- Car accidents
- Distracted driving accidents
- Head on car accidents
- Hit & run accidents
- Left turn accidents
- Pedestrian accidents
- Rear end accidents
- Right turn accidents
- T-bone accidents
- Uber & Lyft accidents
- Uninsured motorists
- DUI
- Drug crimes
- Federal crimes
- Misdemeanors
- Felonies
- Sentencing alternatives
- Sex crimes
- Theft crimes
- Violent crimes
- Aggravated assault
- Domestic violence
- Murder
- Weapon crimes
- Gun crimes
- White collar crimes
Schierer & Ritchie serves clients across the Greater Peoria Area and Central Illinois, including Abingdon, Canton, Chillicothe, Galesburg, Morton, Pekin, Washington, and numerous surrounding communities. They offer personalized, local legal support with a record of securing significant recoveries for injury clients and favorable outcomes in criminal defense matters.
