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Matthew J Ruff

Matthew J Ruff

8.1

Excellent

Experience 3.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 3.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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4.4444 star rating 9 reviews
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Overview

Practice Areas

Fees & Payments

Fees

  • Fixed (Always)
  • Retainer (Always)

Payment types

Credit Card, Cash, Check

Contact Information
  • Matthew J. Ruff, Criminal Defense Attorney
    18411 Crenshaw Blvd., Suite 417
    Torrance, CA 90504
    Office: 310-527-●●●● - show
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Languages
  • English

About Me

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About me: Attorney Matthew J. Ruff has devoted his entire legal career to Criminal Defense. Unlike many other Attorneys who may "side line" in the area of criminal... more

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Client Reviews

Average Client Rating

4.4444 star rating 9 reviews
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5 star rating

“Magnificent Lawyer”

Posted by: Helen, 2009-09-24 about 1 month ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: I was in the position of hiring a criminal attorney for a case in Torrance California. I found Matthew on the internet and new he was there to help... more
5 star rating

“Thanks Matthew”

Posted by: anonymous, 2009-07-27 4 months ago. Flag as objectionable

Client Review: Matthew resolved 0.10 DUI case I had, he handled all issues regarding this matter and had it reduced to a Dry-reckless. Best possible outcome given... more
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Endorsements

Endorsements

4 endorsements

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Anthony A Arzili

Me and Matt worked together on several serious matters throughout the years. He is well known in the Torrance, Airport and Long Beach Courts. He's... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Anthony Arzili , Whittier (CA), 4 months ago
Victor Joseph Mazzaraco

I endorse this lawyer's work. Matt Ruff is the attorney I call when faced with a complex issue or difficult case. Matt's a lawyer's lawyer, a pro... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Victor Mazzaraco , Bakersfield (CA), 6 months ago
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Résumé

Licenses
  • 14 years since Matthew J Ruff was first licensed to practice law in CA.

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We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
Criminal Defense Lawyer at Private practice 1995–present
District Attorney's Office 1989–1990

Education
School Major Degree Graduated
California Pacific School of Law Criminal Law Juris Doctor 1995
California State University, Fresno Criminal Justice BA - Bachelor of Arts 1990

Awards
Award Name Granting Organization Date
Defense Attorney of the Year Local Bar Organization 1997

Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member American Bar Association
Member California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
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Portfolio

Avvo Answers
Avvo Contribution: Contributor Level 4
Question: My son was charged in May 09 for burglary and...
Matthew's answer: Burglary is a specific intent crime, being intoxicated is a defense to these types of intent... more
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Should I take a Polygraph? Are Polygraph Tests Reliable? 2008
Expunging a Criminal Conviction in California Lexis Nexis Publishing 2008

Cases
Title:
People of State of California vs. Pavlick
Practice Area:
Criminal Defense
Outcome:
Client was acquitted of all counts
Description:
Client was charged with assault with a deadly weapon arising out of a dispute over a parking spot in Hermosa Beach. No less than five witnesses...

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Speaking Engagements
Speaking Engagement Name Conference Date
DUI Defense Defending a California DUI Case 2002