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Matthew J Ruff

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Fixed (Always)

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  • English

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Los AngelesDefense Attorney Matthew J. Ruff has devoted his entire legal career to the areaofCriminal Defense. Unlike many other Attorneys who may "side line"... more

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4.7917 star rating 24 reviews
5 star rating

“Best DUI/DWI Lawyer...Highest Recommendation”

Posted by: a DUI client, 2012-01-07 about 1 month ago.

Client Review: After I was illegitimately arrested for DUI, I was placed in the unfortunate position of hiring a lawyer to defend me. I interviewed several lawyers... more
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“Bad Ass Lawyer!!!! He's that good!!!”

Posted by: a Domestic Violence client, 2011-12-04 2 months ago.

Client Review: I was up a creek without a paddle, I was facing felony domestic violence charges by my ex wife for something I had no part in, hell I was gone the... more
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Peer Endorsements

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George Fredrick Mueller

I endorse this lawyer's work: extraordinarily conscientious, very hardworking and extremely dedicated, it is well-known that Mr. Ruff is an... more

Endorsement from lawyer: George Mueller , San Diego (CA), Almost 2 years ago
Gregory Randolph Caplan

Matthew is a remarkable lawyer- I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking representation for a criminal case.

Endorsement from lawyer: Gregory Caplan , Los Angeles (CA), About 2 years ago
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Résumé

 

License

16 years since Matthew J Ruff was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California Active 1995 11/07/2011
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience
Position Duration
Criminal Defense Lawyer at Private practice 1995–present
Associate General Counsel at Law Office of Herberto Sala 1993–2000
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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
Super Lawyer California Super Lawyers 2006
A+ Rating for a Business Better Business Bureau 2003
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Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Member American Bar Association
Member California Attorneys for Criminal Justice
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Portfolio

Contribution
Reputation Level 9
Answers: 14 Legal Answers
0 Best Answers
5 Answers marked as good
Guides: 9 Legal Guides
0 Staff Picks
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Publications
Article Publication Date
Felony Case Process Lawyer of the Americas 2011
Violation of Fourth Amendment Rights in Domestic Violence Cases Law and History Review 2011
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Speaking Engagements
Presentation Name Conference Date
DUI Defense Defending a California DUI Case 2002

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