Ruth is the Founder of The Law Office of Ruth Chung, and exclusively practices Matrimonial and Family Law in New York City.
Ruth is the Founder of The Law Office of Ruth Chung, and exclusively practices Matrimonial and Family Law in New York City.
Education is paramount in making the right decisions and Ruth ensures that clients fully understand each step of the matter. Each client is guided to a resolution with a solution oriented approach, using tools of litigation only when necessary.
Ruth believes that the foundation of an attorney client relationship is communication, and makes certain that each client is heard regularly.
Prior to starting the firm, Ruth was an attorney with the Court Square Law Project (CSLP), a sliding scale non-profit firm dedicated to serving New Yorkers of moderate means. While there, she appeared in Supreme and Family Courts in all five New York City boroughs.
Ruth has prior experience with a boutique matrimonial firm in Manhattan, The Legal Aid Society - Juvenile Rights Practice, Brooklyn Family Defense Practice, Lawyers for Children, and in the Access to Justice program - Consumer Debt and Uncontested Divorce division.
Languages spoken
English
The Law Office of Ruth Chung, Esq.
225 Broadway
Suite 1515
New York, NY, 10007
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
The Law Office of Ruth Chung, Esq.
2 Court Sq Fl 6, Suite CLW
Long Island City, NY, 11101-4356
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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NY | Currently registered | 2017 | 02/24/2022 |
Legal answers | 52 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Client's Choice | Avvo | 2020 |
Client's Choice award 2019 | AVVO | 2019 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney Fellow | Court Square Law Project | 2016 - 2018 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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New York State Bar Association | Member - Family Law Section | 2020 - Present |
The New York City Bar Association Children and the Law Committee | Member | 2019 - Present |
New York Women's Bar Association | Member | 2019 - Present |
New York Women's Bar Association | Member- Solo and Small Firm Committee | 2019 - Present |
The New York City Bar Association | Member | 2016 - Present |
NYC Bar Association Professional Responsibility committee | Member | 2017 - 2019 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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City University of New York, John Jay College of Criminal Justice | MA - Masters in Forensic Psychology | N/A |
City University of New York Law School | JD - Juris Doctor | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Bootcamp 2020: Basic Training for Lawyers | Job Search: Finding your first job in uncertain times | 2020 |
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Peter Zhang, Unknown Attorney on Jan 9, 2021
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I endorse this lawyer.
Edward Carrasco, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 14, 2020
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I highly endorse Ruth Chung, if you're looking for a smart, tough, yet practical divorce attorney. I refer my own clients to her because I know they will treated well. Ruth is results-oriented; she works on getting the maximum without unnecessary and costly litigation--unless it is really needed.
Peter Zhang, Unknown Attorney on Jan 9, 2021
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I endorse this lawyer.
Edward Carrasco, Divorce and separation Attorney on Aug 14, 2020
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I highly endorse Ruth Chung, if you're looking for a smart, tough, yet practical divorce attorney. I refer my own clients to her because I know they will treated well. Ruth is results-oriented; she works on getting the maximum without unnecessary and costly litigation--unless it is really needed.
Barbara Schaffer, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 21, 2020
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with Ruth on several matters, and have been floored by her keen intelligence, her diligence, and her amazing work ethic. I endorse Ruth wholeheartedly and fully!
Joseph Dujmic, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 25, 2020
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ruth is an intelligent and highly competent attorney/litigator with excellent instincts. I highly endorse this lawyer.
Elen Krut, Family Attorney on Nov 21, 2019
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Ruth Chung is an amazing attorney. She is a dedicated and passionate advocate for her clients, and she goes above and beyond to provide competent representation to each client. I highly recommend her.
Rebecca Dahlen, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 1, 2019
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Ruth is an extremely knowledgeable attorney in her area of practice. She is passionate about her work and genuinely cares about her clients. I wholeheartedly endorse this attorney.
Julia Currie, Family Attorney on Jan 18, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ruth is a real asset in family law. As a former colleague I would often look to Ruth for guidance on how to proceed on a matter. She is diligent in her work and a strong advocate.
Andrew Tabenkin, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 18, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ruthie is a phenom in the courtroom, but more importantly, she knows how to work with her clients to achieve their goals. I recommend her to anyone going through a rough patch.
Seth York, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 18, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ruth is a phenomenal advocate and works tirelessly to fight for her clients.
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