Prior to joining the firm, Michael was a member of the litigation departments in several Philadelphia based law firms where he gained experience in commercial and insurance defense litigation. Mr. Ratchford obtained his BA from the University of Scranton and his JD from the Villanova University School of Law. Prior to attending law school, Mr. Ratchford worked in a political consulting firm and served as the Deputy Press Secretary to United States Senator, Barbara Mikulski (D-MD).

Today, Michael F. Ratchford is among the top attorneys in Scranton, PA.