Christopher Rittenhouse joined the National Security Law Firm (NSLF) as a seasoned attorney, bringing over a decade of exceptional litigation and military legal expertise to passionately defend clients facing the complexities of national security challenges.
As Judge Advocate, Chris held pivotal leadership roles, overseeing teams of legal professionals while providing expert advice to commanders and supervisors on investigations, litigation, and policy development. His military background is underscored by his service across multiple units, including mobilizations supporting domestic operations and overseas missions in support of Operation Spartan Shield and Operation Inherent Resolve. This firsthand experience in high-pressure environments equips him with unparalleled insight, enabling him to craft robust defense strategies tailored to the nuanced demands of national security cases, ensuring clients receive the strongest possible representation.
Chris’s litigation expertise is equally formidable, honed through his tenure as a deputy prosecuting attorney for the State of Arkansas. There, he managed a vast caseload, skillfully navigating trials, probation revocations, civil forfeiture proceedings, and evidentiary hearings with meticulous preparation and strategic foresight. His ability to thrive under scrutiny was further refined during his role as Special Victims’ Counsel where he represented victims of sexual assault across military and civilian legal frameworks, including the Uniform Code of Military Justice and state criminal processes. This dual perspective allows him to anticipate and counter opposing arguments with precision, safeguarding client rights with unwavering dedication.
At NSLF, Chris harnesses this rich blend of courtroom tenacity and military acumen to deliver aggressive, informed defenses. His proven leadership, combined with his ability to operate effectively in dynamic, high-stakes settings, makes him an invaluable asset to the firm’s mission of providing premier legal services in national security law. Clients can trust that his extensive experience will be leveraged to protect their interests with the same resolve he has demonstrated throughout his distinguished career.
Chris graduated from Henderson State University in 2008 and the William H. Bowen School of Law in 2013. He has completed several courses at The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School including Intermediate Trial Advocacy Course, Special Victims’ Counsel Certification Course, Child Special Victims’ Counsel Certification Course, National Security and Law of Armed Conflict Course, Administrative Law for Military Organizations, Legal Assistance Course, Law of Federal Employment, Domestic Operations Course, and Key Leaders Course. He is a Superior Graduate of Intermediate Level Education and the Advanced Operations Course from the Army’s Command and General Staff College.