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
Felony, Misdemeanor, Traffic Citation, Commercial Vehicle, DUI defense work in Memphis, Shelby County, 25th District, Tipton County, Fayette County, and Hardeman County.
14 years
Memphis, Shelby County, Germantown, Collierville, Millington, Fayette County, Oakland, Somerville, Hardeman County, Bolivar
14 years
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
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TN | Active | 2007 | 02/16/2021 |
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority.
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.”
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Leadership Forum Graduate | Memphis Bar Association | 2013 |
Volunteer of the Year | Fogelman YMCA | 2013 |
Trial College Graduate | Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | 2011 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Ruchee J. Patel Attorney at Law | 2008 - Present |
Attorney | Ferrell Law Firm | 2007 - 2008 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Fogelman YMCA | Advisory Board | 2012 - Present |
Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2008 - Present |
Memphis Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
Tennessee Asian Pacific American Bar Association | Board of Directors | 2007 - Present |
Sigma Kappa Sorority, Memphis Alumnae Chapter | Member | 2000 - Present |
Memphis Lawyers for the Arts | Board of Directors | 2008 - 2010 |
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Publication name | Title | Date |
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TN CCA | Antonio Oliver v. State of Tennessee | 2011 |
I Love Memphis | The 46′ Flood Update, Booker T.’s Tiny Desk and Memphian #126 | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Mississippi School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2007 |
University of Tennessee, Knoxville (main) | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2004 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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YLD CLE | 201 101: The Basics of Criminal Practice in Shelby County | 2014 |
Case name | Outcome |
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State v. Wayne Sanders | Aggravated Robbery reduced to jury verdict Aggravated Assault |
State v. Ladell Walker | Felony Class C Aggravated Assault reduced at trial to Misdemeanor Assault |
State of Tennessee V. Corey Fields | Nolle Prosequi |
State v. Deangelo Thompson | Reckless Aggravated Assault |
State of Tennessee v. Mary Vaught | Nolle Prossequi |
State of Tennessee v. Mario Jones | Nolle Prosequi |
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State of Tennessee v. Claude Burkett | Defendant plead guilty |
State v. Anthony Robinson | |
State v. Lorenzo Howard | |
State v. Deundra Matthews | All Charges Dismissed |
State v. Michael Rimmer | |
State of Tennessee v. Robert Vargas | |
State of Tennessee v. Lamarrick Butler | |
Mack Jones v. State of Tennessee | |
Clyde Chalmers v. State of Tennessee | Guilty Plea Set Aside |
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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
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I endorse this lawyer.
A. Sais Phillips Finney, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 2, 2015
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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
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I endorse this lawyer.
James Lee, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 24, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Patrick Barnes, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 22, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Stephen Sauer, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 22, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.
Patrick Brooks, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 16, 2013
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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
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I endorse Ms. Patel. She is a skilled criminal attorney who fights for her clients.
I endorse this lawyer.
Taurus Bailey, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 6, 2012
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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
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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
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I endorse this lawyer.
Howard Lewis, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 25, 2011
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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
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I endorse this lawyer.
David Willis, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 25, 2009
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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
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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.