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Ruchee Janardan Patel

also known as Ruchee J. Patel, Ruchee Patel
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Avvo Rating9.7
  • Memphis, TN
  • Licensed for 14 years
  • Free consultation
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About Ruchee

I am a Sole Practitioner Attorney in Memphis, TN licensed to practice in Tennessee. I regularly practice in all Shelby County and 25th District State Courts. My Office is in Downtown Memphis. I'm usually available for client meetings on weekdays after 2pm and on the weekends by appointment.

Practice areas

General practiceFamilySpeeding and traffic ticketCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 50%

    Felony, Misdemeanor, Traffic Citation, Commercial Vehicle, DUI defense work in Memphis, Shelby County, 25th District, Tipton County, Fayette County, and Hardeman County.

    14 years

  2. Speeding and traffic ticket: 25%

    Memphis, Shelby County, Germantown, Collierville, Millington, Fayette County, Oakland, Somerville, Hardeman County, Bolivar

    14 years

  3. Family: 20%

  4. General practice: 5%

    General Practice and Small Claims, experience with school law, real estate closings, probate, orders of protection, mental health, land lord tenant, guardian ad litem, estate planning, contracts, conservatorship, collections, administrative matters, and court appointed matters.

    15 years

Languages spoken

English

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Ruchee J. Patel - Attorney at Law

202 Adams Avenue
Memphis, TN, 38103-2634

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    TNActive200709/02/2021

    Professional misconduct


    This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority.

    • Probation
      issued in TN, 2011

      updated on 01/21/2014

      Probation means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

      Ruchee's comment:“Probation successfully completed.”

    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers952
    Legal guides2
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Leadership Forum GraduateMemphis Bar Association2013
    Volunteer of the YearFogelman YMCA2013
    Trial College GraduateTennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers2011
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    AttorneyRuchee J. Patel Attorney at Law2008 - Present
    AttorneyFerrell Law Firm2007 - 2008
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Fogelman YMCAAdvisory Board2012 - Present
    Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember2008 - Present
    Memphis Bar AssociationMember2007 - Present
    Tennessee Asian Pacific American Bar AssociationBoard of Directors2007 - Present
    Sigma Kappa Sorority, Memphis Alumnae ChapterMember2000 - Present
    Memphis Lawyers for the ArtsBoard of Directors2008 - 2010
    Publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    TN CCAAntonio Oliver v. State of Tennessee2011
    I Love MemphisThe 46′ Flood Update, Booker T.’s Tiny Desk and Memphian #1262011
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of Mississippi School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2007
    University of Tennessee, Knoxville (main)BS - Bachelor of Science2004
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    YLD CLE201 101: The Basics of Criminal Practice in Shelby County2014
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    State v. Wayne SandersAggravated Robbery reduced to jury verdict Aggravated Assault
    State v. Ladell WalkerFelony Class C Aggravated Assault reduced at trial to Misdemeanor Assault
    State of Tennessee V. Corey FieldsNolle Prosequi
    State v. Deangelo ThompsonReckless Aggravated Assault
    State of Tennessee v. Mary VaughtNolle Prossequi
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    Reviews

    (29)
    5 Star
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    4 Star
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    3 Star
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    Review Ruchee Patel

    The most helpful attorney I've ever worked with.

    Posted by

    Ruchee was immensely knowledgeable and helpful. She is willing to go above and beyond to help her clients. Within a very brief period of time it is clear to see that she values her clients as people and not just for a paycheck. Highly recommended.

    A very honest, smart, professional lawyer...

    Posted by

    I'm happy to say that I had a legal question answered by Ruchee J. Patel, with VERY SATISFYING RESULTS. I was very IMPRESSED with the way she handled my request to discuss my legal concern/situation. Ms Patel did a very PROFESSIONAL job explaining things to me in detail, and I would be MORE THAN HAPPY to recommend her Law Firm to anyone needing a professional attorney in TN, who pay attention to DETAIL....and very pleasant to speak with in the process .... "YOU ARE IN GOOD HANDS... with attorney Ruchee J. Patel. Due to my previous experience with other lawyers I had some doubts.....BUT THOSE DOUBTS WERE PROMPTLY REMOVED.

    Making the difficult process of divorce more bearable...

    Posted by

    I had spoken to another attorney at length about filing for divorce. I just felt unsure about the whole process. After one meeting with Ruchee, I had gotten far more information and felt like I knew exactly what I would be facing. She is extremely knowledgeable and has been helpful and kept me informed through the entire process.

    My Friend, the attorney

    Posted by

    Ruchee is always available for legal questions. If she is not experienced in the specific area, she will refer you to a colleague who can help you. She is fair in her pricing structure & works hard to satisfy her clients. In fact, I don't think of her a my friendly attorney, but as my friend who happens to be an attorney!

    Dependable Lawyer

    Posted by

    Ruchee J. Patel has provided her expertise for 3 traffic citations for my family. She is always dependable and is honest with you about what your options are. She always keeps me informed of the status of our citations and provides advice. She is flexible to work with and follows-up on her correspondence in a timely manner. I would highly recommend Ruchee J. Patel.

    Great Service

    Posted by

    Ms. Patel handled several tickets for me, resolving all them quickly and independently. She saved me from wasting my time dealing with them. I would absolutely recommend her for taking care of any criminal or traffic citations.

    Thanks for my clean driving record!

    Posted by

    Ruchee always does a great job keeping my driving record clean. She takes care of going to my court date and defending me, and I don't have to worry about missing work or unnecessary speeding tickets on my record.

    The Height of Integrity and Professionalism

    Posted by

    Ruchee informed me of my rights and the possible outcomes of my case. She responded to me in excellent timing. She made sure I had all of the proper documentation and fulfilled her portion of our agreement with integrity and professionalism. I have friends who have hired her and she has exceeded expectation with us all!

    Excellent Attorney

    Posted by

    Ruchee was very helpful and knowledgeable in resolving my speeding ticket. She let me know what I needed to do and kept me informed. It made handling the situation easy and stressfree!

    Speeding Ticket

    Posted by

    Ruchee Patel was excellent in assisting me with my speeding ticket. It was easily settled and very efficiently. No hassles or second guessing with her words.
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    Attorney endorsements

    (18)
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    Lauren Biloski, Family Attorney on Apr 10, 2019
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I am an attorney in East Tennessee and needed some assistance for a client in Memphis. I contacted Ms Patel and she instantly began assisting my client and I. She was direct, knowledgeable, and professional. She saved my client unnecessary fees and provided honest advice. I was beyond impressed!

    Megan House, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 22, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    A. Sais Phillips Finney, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 2, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Ruchee really cares about her clients and getting them the best outcomes. She is very knowledgeable and I fully endorse her.

    Eugene Belenitsky, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 30, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    James Lee, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 24, 2014
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Patrick Barnes, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 22, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Stephen Sauer, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 22, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Patrick Brooks, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 16, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. If you want a dedicated attorney that will work hard for the best results in your case Ms. Patel is a good choice

    Patrick Stegall, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 4, 2013
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse Ms. Patel. She is a skilled criminal attorney who fights for her clients.

    Kate Embry

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Taurus Bailey, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 6, 2012
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer as a well liked, professional and well respected attorney. Ms. Patel is diligent in her cases while zealously representing her clients.

    Robert Mosley, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 5, 2012
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    Ruchee is well prepared on the law

    Brian Wayson, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 29, 2011
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    It is clear from Attorney Patel's approach to her profession and her willingness to share her depth and breadth of knowledge on Avvo that she is a dedicated and zealous advocate for the rights of others. Potential clients in Tennessee would be well served in consulting with Ms. Patel and considering hiring her to represent them. I endorse this lawyer.

    Marianne Clendenen, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 21, 2011
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Howard Lewis, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 25, 2011
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Patel is an outstanding attorney and a strong zealous advocate for her clients. She is honest, ethical and affective. Attorney Patel is a credit to the legal community and an incredible attorney.

    Christian Lassen, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 13, 2011
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    David Willis, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 25, 2009
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I highly endorse this Attorney. Ms. Patel puts forth 100% plus in her representation of her Clients and has quickly build an excellent reputation in the Criminal Courts of Shelby County. Ms. Patel is an excellent Attorney that always appears well prepared, courteous and professional.

    Craig Raysor, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 16, 2009
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer's work as she is well known and well-respected within the Memphis criminal defense community, especially down at 201 Poplar. I send many of my criminal defense calls and client matters her way as she is competent and affordable.

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