M. Ridgway Ridge Barker

Cannabis Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Greenwich, Connecticut

45+ years experience

Withers

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

203-302-4100

https://www.withersworldwide.com/en-gb/people/m-ridgway-barker

1700 East Putnam Avenue, Suite 400, Greenwich, CT 06870-1366

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Bio

M. Ridgway Barker is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Cannabis Law.M. Ridgway, who practices law in Greenwich, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which M. Ridgway is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. M. Ridgway Barker is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Cannabis Law.M. Ridgway, who practices law in Greenwich, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which M. Ridgway is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. M. Ridgway Barker is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Cannabis Law. M. Ridgway, who practices law in Greenwich, Connecticut, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which M. Ridgway is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Connecticut

State Capital

Hartford

Highest Court

Connecticut Supreme Court

Bar Association

Connecticut Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Cannabis Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Cannabis Law
Practice Area: Corporate Governance Law
Practice Area: Corporate Law
Practice Area: Financial Services Regulation Law
Practice Area: International Mergers and Acquisitions
Practice Area: Securities / Capital Markets Law
Practice Area: Securitization and Structured Finance Law
Practice Area: Venture Capital Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2023

Education

Boston University School of Law, graduated 1980

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Reviews

Nicholas King

3 months ago

A Trusted Advisor for Complex Corporate and Cannabis Matters

After 45 years in practice, M. Ridgway Barker possesses the kind of seasoned judgment that is simply irreplaceable. Our mid-sized manufacturing company, based in Fairfield County, was navigating a complex acquisition that involved significant corporate governance restructuring and, unexpectedly, compliance issues related to a hemp-derived product line. Ridgway’s deep expertise in corporate law, for which he is rightly recognized, provided the bedrock for the transaction. What truly set him apart was his ability to seamlessly integrate his nuanced understanding of the evolving cannabis law landscape—another area where he has earned distinction—to preemptively address regulatory hurdles we hadn’t even fully anticipated. His guidance from the Withers office in Greenwich was not only legally impeccable but also strategically astute, always focused on achieving a practical and favorable business outcome. He is more than a lawyer; he is a counselor in the truest sense. His recognition by Best Lawyers is well-deserved, but it is his direct, personal commitment to his clients’ success that makes him exceptional. We completed the acquisition with confidence, thanks entirely to his stewardship.