Kim Michelle Ruder
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Cost
25%-40%
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Licensed in Georgia for 25 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2000
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Location
Dermer Appel Ruder LLC
708 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Duluth, GA, 30071
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Kim Michelle Ruder's Reviews
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12 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews
Posted by Stephany | April 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Amazing Representation, Thank You Kim!
For the past 4 years, Kim Ruder was there for my mom to help get justice for my late grandfather. Her support and understanding as a person was unlike anything I have ever seen. Her professionalism and genuine heart has been beyond exceptional through her representation for my mom. Her and the staff ...
Posted by Melissa | March 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Job!
Kim worked hard on my case for 3 years. She is very determined. We ended up winning and getting a nice settlement. She did a great job!
Kim Ruder
Replied last March 24, 2022Melissa-It was a pleasure to work with and for you and it was very satisfying to get you the result you deserved after the insurance carrier refused to pay you anything pre-suit. I wish you well.
Posted by anonymous | February 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Life saving finding Kim
I was served with a nonsense lawsuit. Finding Kim was a blessing. She was so awesome throughout the entire process. She explained each step for me so I could understand the legal steps happening. I couldn't have gotten dismissed without her! I highly recommend Kim!!
Posted by Iraz | February 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Knowledgeable and tenacious
Working with Kim Ruder has been a great experience from day 1 all the way to the day we settled our case. She sets up an realistic expectation in the beginning, and communicates through out the period even when there are no real updates. Kim is tenacious, detail oriented, professional, knowledgeable...
Posted by Jason | January 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Fantastic Person and Lawyer
I can’t say enough great things about Kim. She included me in the whole process and worked tirelessly on my behalf fighting the insurance companies for the best possible results.
Kim Ruder
Replied last January 26, 2022Jason-it was an absolute pleasure working with and for you.
Kim Michelle Ruder's Lawyer Endorsements
"Kim is an excellent attorney who takes pride in representing those injured by others. She is compassionate, hardworking and thorough. I highly endorse her."
"I endorse this lawyer. While handling a case with Kim, I found her to be well-prepared, tough, and responsive. I would welcome the opportunity to work with her again."
"I highly recommend Kim Ruder as an expert lawyer in the field of auto accidents and personal injury. Kim is a tireless advocate for her clients and does everything she can to get her clients the result they deserve. I would not hesitate to retain Kim Ruder if I needed representation for a car accident."
"As Kim's former partner, I had the pleasure of seeing her approach every case strategically and also aggressively advocate for her clients. An added bonus for personal injury is that she understands the ins and outs of how insurance works. She connects with her clients and she also has a solid reputation with other lawyers in Atlanta and Georgia in general. Highly recommended."
Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | Jan 02
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Kim is smart, dedicated, and a joy to work with. She works really for her clients and I've seen her get nothing but great results. Highly recommend!"
"I have worked with Kim on numerous cases throughout the years, and in each she has been a tenacious advocate for her client. She is always well-prepared and thorough. On occasion I'll reach out to her for advice and input because I trust her experience and knowledge of the law. She is an excellent lawyer, and I highly recommend her."
"Kim is a tenacious lawyer and has an excellent ability to understand and simplify medical issues so that the complex medical condition is easily understood. She always puts up a great fight for her clients. I have known Kim for over 18 years and highly recommend her as a Personal Injury attorney."
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Experience
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Partner, Dermer Appel Ruder, LLC
2014 - 2016
Partner, Cruser, Mitchell, Novitz, Sanchez, Gaston & Zimet, LLP
2002 - 2014
Attorney, Carlock, Copeland & Stair, LLP
2000 - 2002
Attorney, Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP
Associations
Member
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
settled for $3.25 million
Education
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2000
1999
1998
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
How do I go about suing a county jail for medical malpractice, deliberate indifference, and or standard care?
26 Jan 2022
Lawsuit for dental malpractice?
08 Sep 2021
Wwould like to know if I cancel and lawyer and hire another one do I have to pay both lawyers 40% after case is settled?
19 Jul 2021