Ruchee Janardan Patel

Ruchee Janardan Patel

also known as Ruchee J. Patel, Ruchee Patel

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Memphis, TN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

1545 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN

About Ruchee

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 75%

Federal Felony Misdemeanor Traffic Citation Commercial Vehicle DUI. Memphis Shelby County 25th District Tipton County Fayette County Hardeman County Madison County. West Tennessee Criminal Defense.

19 years

75%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 25%

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

19 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 350-500 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 19 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 2007

Active

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2011

Location

Ruchee J. Patel - Attorney at Law

1545 Union Avenue, Memphis, TN, 38104

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Ruchee Janardan Patel's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Blake | April 07, 2023 | Consumer Protection

Quick and correct legal advice, Thank you Ruchee!

I've known Ruchee for years, but never thought I would need to contact her to come save me, but sure enough I had the moment. Even though I'm usually so guarded, I was being taken by some phone scammers disguising as sheriff's department deputies when I decided there was just too much gray area about... the situation and ended the call with them (under threat of arrest) and called Ruchee. She answered immediately and quickly relieved all of my anxiety over the situation explaining that this was a common scam and I had nothing to worry about. She explained how their scam operates, the steps that I can take with my phone to avoid any type of situation like this in the future, and advised of how actual law enforcement does conduct itself and the steps I can take to ensure there was no problem. This was such a relief to me and I was so appreciative of her help. Without a doubt, for any legal needs Ruchee is going to be the person I call.

Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2014 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Dependable Lawyer

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 correspond...ence in a timely manner. I would highly recommend Ruchee J. Patel.

Posted by Susan | January 27, 2014

My Friend, the attorney

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 happ...ens to be an attorney!

Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2012 | Contracts & Agreements

Quick, helpful, intelligent, friendly!

I used her services to help with a contract issue. I had no idea what I was doing and she made it so easy. She was very responsive to my emails, and I trust that the advice she gave me was the best for the situation. She was wonderful; I would definitely recommend her!

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Ruchee Janardan Patel's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lauren Biloski

Family lawyer | Apr 10

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!"

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Megan House

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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A. Sais Phillips Finney

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

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."

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Eugene Belenitsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Lee

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Barnes

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Sauer

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Brooks

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 16

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"

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Patrick Stegall

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Kate Embry

Unknown lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Taurus Bailey

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 06

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."

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Robert Mosley

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Ruchee is well prepared on the law"

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Brian Wayson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 29

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."

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Marianne Clendenen

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Howard Lewis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jun 25

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."

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Willis

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 25

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."

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Craig Raysor

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 16

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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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2011.

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.”

Honors

2022

Rising Star, Mid-South Super Lawyers

2013

Leadership Forum Graduate, Memphis Bar Association

2013

Volunteer of the Year, Fogelman YMCA

2011

Trial College Graduate, Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Attorney, Ruchee J. Patel Attorney at Law

2007 - 2008

Attorney, Ferrell Law Firm

Associations

2019 - Present

Playhouse On The Square

Board Member

2008 - Present

Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2007 - Present

Memphis Bar Association

Board of Directors

2007 - Present

Tennessee Asian Pacific American Bar Association

Board of Directors

2000 - Present

Sigma Kappa Sorority, Memphis Alumnae Chapter

Member

2012 - 2016

Fogelman YMCA

Advisory Board

2008 - 2010

Memphis Lawyers for the Arts

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

United States of America v. Bates

All Counts Dismissed Without Trial

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 Prosequi

State of Tennessee v. Mario Jones

Nolle Prosequi

State of Tennessee v. Claude Burkett

Defendant plead guilty

Clyde Chalmers v. State of Tennessee

Guilty Plea Set Aside

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

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Education

2007

University of Mississippi School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

University of Tennessee, Knoxville (main)

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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