Matthew Ritzman, Ph.D., J.D. is a professor and seasoned labor and employment attorney with deep expertise in workplace law and organizational compliance. A trusted advisor to HR professionals, he helps organizations navigate complex employment and labor issues, including adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, managing administrative investigations, employment litigation, and developing proactive workplace strategies.

Before joining Honigman, Dr. Ritzman served as an Attorney with the National Labor Relations Board, where he led hundreds of unfair labor practice investigations and successfully represented the agency before administrative law judges and the Board.

Matthew earned both a master’s degree and a Ph.D. in Educational Technology while working for the U.S. Department of Justice. In addition to his legal practice, he serves as an adjunct professor teaching business law and technology courses. He is a frequent author and speaker on labor and employment topics and is known for making complex legal and technology issues practical and accessible for business leaders and HR professionals.