$ 300-350 per hour
Sarah Lynn Ruffi
About Sarah
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Business
55%
30 years
Litigation
20%
30 years
Contracts and Agreements
15%
30 years
Landlord or Tenant
10%
30 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Wisconsin for 29 years
State: Wisconsin
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Ruffi Law Offices, S.C.
627 Jackson St, Wausau, WI, 54403-5501
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Business
Posted by Lydia | September 08, 2014 | Business
An excellent lawyer!
I am a former client of Sarah Ruffi. I was very pleased with her representation of my business. She is personable, knowledgeable and to the point. Would definitely refer her to a friend!
Posted by Randy | June 28, 2012 | Business
Expert Legal Counsel
Sarah and her legal team at Ruffi Law provide legal counsel for our firm on a variety of business issues including; contracting, human resources, and ownership structure. We are very pleased with Sarah's common sense approach and professional response to our legal needs. I recommend Sarah and Ruf...
Sarah Lynn Ruffi's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have been adverse counsel to Sarah on more than one occasion and find her to be competent, professional, and a zealous advocate for her clients."
"Sarah represented an opposing party in a litigation matter, and I was pleased that she was there. Having a lawyer who is professional, knowledgeable, and perhaps most importantly, easy to work with, makes litigation much easier for everyone involved. ."
"I have had several cases with Attorney Sarah Ruffi over the last 10 years. In my opinion, she does an excellent job representing her client's interest. Most importantly, she gets to know her clients and fully understands their cares and concerns. I wholeheartedly endorse Attorney Ruffi! John Shull"
"Sarah is one of those rare attorneys that is both extremely personable and extremely competent. You will always want to be on her side...your opponent will be shown "no mercy". Her staff is also a major asset. Having worked in the same community and having been friends with Sarah for over 15 years I am very proud to recommend her services. Whether you have landlord/tenant, banking, real estate or other business issues, Sarah Ruffi, can be trusted with your matter!!"
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John Shull
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Experience
Honors
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Excellence in Teaching Award for Business Law, Upper Iowa University
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Shareholder, Ruffi Law Offices, S.C.
2007 - 2009
Adjunct Professor, Upper Iowa University
1996 - 2004
Shareholder, Tuchscherer, Eckert, Ruffi & Wagman, S.C.
1990 - 1996
Marketing Coordinator, Merrill Equipment Company
Associations
2013 - Present
YWCABoard Member
2011 - Present
Wausau Area Professional Women
2010 - Present
Central Wisconsin Society for Human Resource Management
2005 - Present
Wausau Area Builders Association
2004 - Present
Wausau West Side Business AssociationBoard of Directors (2005-2009); President (2008-2009)
2003 - Present
Wausau Area Apartment Association
1996 - Present
Kiwanis Club of WausauBoard of Directors (1997-2002); President (2002-2003)
1996 - Present
American Bar Association
1996 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin
1996 - Present
Marathon County Bar AssociationSecretary (2000-2004)
1996 - Present
Wausau Area Chamber of Commerce
1996 - Present
Wisconsin Valley Traffic Club, Inc.Board of Directors (1999-Present)
State Bar of Wisconsin, Intellectual Property Section
State Bar of Wisconsin, Litigation Section
State Bar of Wisconsin, Small Firm Section
1997 - 2010
American Association for Justice
Sample of Legal Cases
Ghidorzi v. Pergande
Court of Appeals affirmed. Landlord's retention of check constituted acceptance under theory of accord and satisfaction
Schorsch v. Blader
The Court of Appeals vacated the damage award, but affirmed the balance of the case including the award of attorney fees and costs of litigation.
Education
1996
Marquette University Law School
J.D.
1993
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater
MBA
1990
Marquette University
B.S.
Speaking Engagements
2013
Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce
Hiring with Confidence
2012
Small Claims & You. What Creditors Should Know about Small Claims Court
Creditors Rights
2012
Changes to Landlord Laws
Wisconsin Act 134
2012
Business Legal 101
Basic Legal Principles for New Business Owners
2012
Bankruptcy Basics for Business
Bankruptcy Law
2012
Bankruptcy Basics for Bankers
Bankruptcy Law
2011
Tips to Improve Your Profitability By Slashing Your Receivables
Boost Your Bottomline!
2011
Tips to Improve Your Profitability
Business Collections
2011
Tips for Lenders to Make Sure You're Protected
Are We Secured?
2011
Tips for Lenders to Make Sure You're Protected
Lender Rights
2011
Tips for Landlords to Level the Playing Field
Landlord Rights
2011
Solo & Small Firm Conference
Rainmaking on a Shoestring Budget
2011
Overview of Pitfalls from New Foreclosure Protection Laws
Changes to Foreclosure Actions
2011
Monthly Meeting
Landlord-Tenant Basics
2011
An Overview of the Pitfalls from the New Foreclosure Protection Laws
Lenders Beware!
2011
Although the laws are designed to protect tenants, landlords can win too
Landlord Update
2010
Monthly meeting
Collection Basics: From Start to Finish
2010
Employee Presentation
You Can Be a Busy Professional & Still Have a Life!
2010
Association Meeting
Copyright Law and the Internet
2009
You Can Practice Law & Still Have A Life
Work-Life Balance
2009
Monthly Meeting
Landlord/Tenant Law
2009
Life Planning
Estate Planning
2009
Basics of a Trust: Do I need one?
Estate Planning
2009
Basics of a Simple Will
Estate Planning
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Do you need liability insurance to lease land for hunting?
28 Jul 2015
Q&A
My girlfriend and I are buying a home on land contract ,her name is on deed. She has moved out not paying anything from day 1.
30 Jul 2015
Q&A
Is a verbal agreement legally binding in the state of Wisconsin?
07 Nov 2012