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Philip John Ruce
also known as Philip J. Ruce
About Philip
Biography
I am the estate planning director of Stone Arch Law Office. My team creates wills and trusts for families so they may achieve the peace of mind knowing they won't leave their loves ones a legal and financial mess.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Trusts
90%
13 years
Wills and Living Wills
10%
13 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in South Dakota for 5 years
State: South Dakota
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Minnesota for 17 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Stone Arch Law Office, PLLC
6009 Penn Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, 55419
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Practice Area Knowledge (71)
Communication Style (65)
Recommendation (65)
Professionalism (53)
Case Results (30)
General Knowledge (29)
Character & Conduct (23)
Responsiveness (23)
Cost of Services (13)
Trustworthiness (8)
Punctuality (7)
Compassion (6)
Advocacy (5)
Staff & Support (4)
Free Consultations (3)
Showing 6 - 10 of 71 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge
Posted by Dale Davisson | October 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Beyond our expectations!
Phillip was a fantastic attorney. He has such a friendly demeanor and makes the client so much at ease. We found him very intelligent and organized. His background and schooling make him very qualified to create wills or trusts tailored to your needs. We strongly recommend him!
Posted by anonymous | July 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Trust document
Phil did an excellent job of explaining every detail in terms I could understand. Reading the pamphlet he provided after the consultation, helped clarify the difference between a will and a trust. Phil is very knowledgeable and precise, patient and personable. I will definitely recommend him to an...
Posted by Ovide | July 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Review of Philip J. Ruce's performance in creating our Wills.
Our lawyer, Philip J. Ruce recently completed putting a Last Will and testament together for my wife and I. He accomplished this in a very efficient manner limiting our involvement to only two pre-signing meetings. Very smooth and without any complications. I have lots of confidence in his knowledge ...
Posted by Bob | May 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Handled my revocable trust
The whole process was really easy and all of the steps were explained in detail. Gave the pros and cons of both a will and revocable trust - ended up going with a trust since it made more sense for me in my situation.
Posted by anonymous | April 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Trusts, Wills and Probate
Phil was competent, patient, and clearly explained every step needed to complete a trust agreement. He answered questions at every step along the way, ensuring that we understood the explanations and that we were clear on the options and their implications for settling our estate. And Phil and his st...
Philip John Ruce's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Philip Ruce at Stone Arch Law. Phil is an approachable, knowledgeable Estate Planning attorney that I trust. I have learned a lot from Phil's 2-minute videos on YouTube. They are packed with information on trusts, wills, probate, deeds, and more. Thank you Phil for being an asset to our profession!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Phil does great work for his clients. If you are worried about estate taxes, go see Phil!"
"Phil has broad experience and I know he truly enjoys his work. He is able to communicate difficult concepts and help people plan effectively for their future. I highly recommend Phil."
"I endorse this lawyer. Phil is extremely knowledgeable, personable, and compassionate toward his clients. I would recommend him to anyone, looking to preserve, protect, or distribute your hard-earned wealth."
"Philip combines exceptional legal expertise with an ability to clearly explain complex subjects. I recommend him highly to persons seeking assistance with estate planning and probate matters."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2005
CALI Award, William Mitchell College of Law
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Attorney, Stone Arch Law Office, PLLC
2013 - Present
Adjunct Faculty, Thomas Jefferson School Of Law
2008 - 2014
Trust Officer, Private Company
Associations
2013 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Hennepin County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2015
Hennepin County Bar Association, Probate and Trust Law SectionChairperson
2015 - 2019
National Association of Insurance and Financial AdvisorsMember
2015 - 2017
Financial Planning AssociationMember
2012 - 2016
Minneapolis Animal Care and ControlBoard Member
Education
N/A
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
LL.M - Master of Laws
N/A
University of Minnesota
BA - Bachelor of Arts
N/A
William Mitchell College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2022
Understanding Trusts
A Good Way to Give: Irrevocable Trusts
2022
October Estate Planning Webcast Series
Drafting A-Z: The Basic Will
2022
Course chair, Presenter, Estate Planning for the Non-Specialist
Estate Planning for the Non-Specialist
2022
2022 Probate & Trust Law Conference
Current Problems and Solutions in Planning for the Small Estate
2021
Strategic Trust Planning and Administration - Beyond the Basics
Selecting the Right Trust for your Client
2020
Planning & Drafting for the Small Estate
Will Drafting: Guiding Those Who Don't Know What They Don't Know
2020
2020 Probate & Trust Law Section Conference
New Lawyer Panel: Advice, Q and A, Resources, etc.
2019
Planning & Drafting for the Small Estate
Will Drafting: Guiding Those Who Don't Know What They Don't Know
2019
2019 Probate & Trust Law Section Conference
New Lawyer Panel: Advice, Q and A, Resources, etc.
2018
The Complete Estate Planning Lawyer
Trust Administration
2018
National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors
Life Insurance and Estate Planning
2018
2018 Probate & Trust Law Section Conference
New Lawyer Panel: Advice, Q and A, Resources, etc.
2017
The Complete Estate Planning Lawyer
Trust Administration
2016
Scenerio Planning and Drafting for Trusts and Estates
Drafting, Planning and Communicating Effectively with Millennials
2016
Ramsey County Bar Association
The Fundamentals of Starting and Building Your Law Practice
2016
National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors
Life Insurance and Estate Planning
2012
Ramsey County Bar Association
Your Client and the Corporate Trustee: Advantages, Disadvantages, Tips, and Strategies for Working with a Corporate Fiduciary
Publications
2022
Lexis Nexis Publishing
LexisNexis Practice Guide: Estate Planning in Minnesota, 2022 Edition
2021
Lexis Nexis Publishing
LexisNexis Practice Guide: Estate Planning in Minnesota, 2021 Edition
2020
Lexis Nexis Publishing
LexisNexis Practice Guide: Estate Planning in Minnesota, 2020 Edition
2019
Lexis Nexis Publishing
LexisNexis Practice Guide: Estate Planning in Minnesota, 2019 Edition
2015
Archstone Publications, LLC
Trustee University: The Guidebook to Best Practices for Family Trustees
2012
2012
2011
QLR, the Quinnipiac Law Review
The Bank Secrecy Act: Considerations for Continuing Banking Relationships after the Filing of a Suspicious Activity Report
2011
Real Property, Probate and Trust Journal
The Trustee and the Remainderman: The Trustee's Duty to Inform
2011
2011
Languages
English