About Sandra Castro
Sandra Castro Ritz is the founding attorney of the Law Office of Sandra C — Ritz, located at 902 Rio Grande Street in Austin, Texas. Licensed to practice law in Texas since 1995, she has built a robust practice focusing on criminal defense. Her areas of expertise include DWI/DUI, assault, theft, and drug-related offenses. The firm serves clients across Travis, Williamson, and Hays counties, ensuring comprehensive legal representation in a variety of criminal matters. Her academic journey began at Texas A&I University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Communications. In 1993, she graduated with a Juris Doctor from The University of Texas School of Law. During her time in law school, Ms.
Ritz gained invaluable trial experience. She served as a student attorney for both the Juvenile Public Defender’s Office and the Federal Public Defender’s Office, honing her legal skills and understanding of the judicial system. After obtaining her license from the Supreme Court of Texas in 1995, she joined the Law Office of Joseph A. Turner. There, she managed cases in both federal and state courts, further developing her litigation skills and legal acumen. In 2001, she took a significant step by establishing her own practice. Her firm emphasizes transparency and integrity in client representation, values that have become cornerstones of her professional philosophy.
Ms. Ritz is actively involved in several legal associations, which include the Travis County Women’s Lawyers Association, the National Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Additionally, she is a member of the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the Hispanic Bar Association of Austin. Beyond her legal work, she dedicates time to raising funds for Crime Stoppers and mentoring students at The University of Texas at Austin School of Law, reflecting her commitment to community service and legal education. Her contributions to the field of criminal defense have not gone unnoticed. Ms. Ritz has been featured in Austin Woman's Monthly Magazine and the Austin American Statesman, highlighting her influence and reputation in the legal community.
She has received numerous accolades, including being named a Top Attorney in Texas by Texas Monthly magazine and earning the Lawyers of Distinction Award. For multiple consecutive years, she has also been selected to Super Lawyers, further solidifying her status as a leading attorney in her field. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Ms. Ritz is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas. This lets the attorney serve clients effectively.
