Malcolm Wallace Ruthven

Malcolm Wallace Ruthven

9.3

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Experience 4.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 4.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Fees

Fixed (Sometimes), Free Consultation (60 minutes), Retainer (Sometimes)

Payment types

Cash, Check

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What might a financial "Fresh Start" mean to you? Do you know that Congress passed the Bankruptcy laws to give you that Fresh Start? Do you know how to... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Expertise, Confidence and Trust: Qualities You Can Rely On From Malcolm Ruthven”

Posted by: a Chapter 7 client, 2 months ago.

Client Review: As soon as I met Malcolm Ruthven for the initial consultation, I was confident he would be the right choice to handle my Chapter 7 bankruptcy. After... more
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5 star rating

“Painless!”

Posted by: a Chapter 7 client, almost 2 years ago.

Client Review: I couldn't have chosen a better bankruptcy attorney! Malcolm shepherded me through a process which I expected to be stressful and emotional with... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

18 endorsements


Natallia Mazina

I endorse this lawyer. Malcolm really cares about his clients and their businesses. He is very professional and enthusiastic about his practice.

Endorsement from lawyer: Natallia Mazina , San Anselmo (CA), 4 months ago
Michael Curtis Greenberg

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Ruthven consistently provides excellent responses to questions posed in the area of bankruptcy law. Mr. Ruthven... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Michael Greenberg , Philadelphia (PA), 9 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

44 years since Malcolm Wallace Ruthven was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California Active 1969 12/19/2012

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

Education

School Major Degree Graduated
UC Hastings College of the Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1968
University of Missouri Mathematics BS - Bachelor of Science

Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Wiley M. Manuel award for pro bono legal services State Bar of California 2006

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member Marin County Bar Association
Member National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys

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Contribution

Contributor Level 14
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Bankruptcy Clinics Bankruptcy Clinics - Legal Aid of Marin County