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Fernando Ruiz
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Biography
Fernando Ruiz originates from Brownwood Texas and was awarded his bachelor’s degree at The University of Texas at Austin in 2006. He received his Juris Doctor at the University of Arkansas and became a licensed attorney in the State of Texas in 2011.
He began his legal career working tirelessly for the immigrant community in Deportation, Consular Processing, and Family-Based Immigration. Coming from an immigrant family, he understands the urgency of resolving criminal matters in a competent manner with immigration consequences in mind.
At his prior employment, he worked with the indigent community in Hays, Caldwell, and Travis County to assist in providing quality criminal representation to individuals that may not have the resources to adequately represent themselves in criminal proceedings.
He has also dedicated himself to being the voice of abused and neglected children working as Ad Litem Guardian for the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) organization of Travis County and Northwest Arkansas.
During Law School, he was awarded the Robert F. Fussell Top Pro Bono Student Award for his countless voluntary hours. He interned for Circuit Judge Division III Jay Finch, who handled the majority of juvenile cases in the area. Mr. Ruiz interned for Wal-Mart Legal and Legal Aid of Arkansas. During his tenure with Legal Aid of Arkansas, he helped women who were victims of abuse with obtaining protection orders and with other legal issues.
Fernando's familiarity with the multitude of Courts in Central Texas makes him an effective advocate in his client’s legal matters.
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Licensed in Texas for 14 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Smith and Vinson
1411 West Avenue, Suite 124, Austin, TX, 78701
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Posted by Hussein | December 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Client
I just want to say one thing. This firm and lawyers are more than five starts. They’re THE BEST defense you could think of. I recommend them highly. My case was dismissed with no hassle and no headache. Their fees are reasonable and they deserve it. Cheers guys!
Posted by John | September 25, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Solid
Took care of the matter with little to no difficulty on my end. Would use again. They are pricey and my only issue is Mr. Smith told me he handle the matter directly but at first opportunity I was passed to another lawyer in his firm but luckily Fernado did an excellent job.
Posted by anonymous | August 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Excellent attorney
I would definitely recommend Mr. Ruiz, he was able to get my felony and two misdemeanor charges dismissed. They also have great communication and they have great relationship with the jury so that’s another advantage .
Posted by James | June 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Great communicator and quick workmanship
Fernando and his paralegal are great communicators. They answered every question I posed and they made me feel like they cared. Best of all, he got my case dismissed. Now I can live my life to the fullest without any more worries. Thank you Fernando and Pamela.
Posted by Jason | March 04, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Fantastic attorney who empathizes and fights for his clients
Fernando was instrumental to having a serious charge dismissed from my record. He was willing to patiently explain all aspects of the case with me and worked hard to get a resolution that would leave my future open to new possibilities. I recommend working with Fernando—he is practical, reliable,...
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Experience
Education
2011
University of Arkansas: Fayet
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
2006
University of Texas, Austin
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish
English