Fernando Ruiz

Fernando Ruiz

4.5
Rating: 6.9

Licensed for 14 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime

1411 West Avenue, Suite 124, Austin, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 14 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2011

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Smith and Vinson

1411 West Avenue, Suite 124, Austin, TX, 78701

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Fernando Ruiz's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Dr. Hisham | June 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Concerns with Communication, Billing, and Case Handling

I retained Fernando Ruiz of Smith & Vinson Law Firm for a sensitive legal matter, but my experience was not positive. Throughout the representation, communication was inconsistent. I often followed up with questions and concerns and frequently received delayed, vague, or no responses. There were a...lso unexpected billing issues. I was initially quoted a flat or standard fee, but later received a significantly higher balance without a clear explanation. My request for a detailed breakdown went unanswered, which I found frustrating. The firm also withdrew from my case at a critical point without directly contacting me first. I was temporarily out of the country for health and safety reasons, and there was no effort to confirm my status or ensure continuity of representation. This left me without legal counsel at a crucial time. I documented my communications and timeline and hope this review helps others make an informed decision. Based on my experience, I would not recommend this attorney.

Fernando Ruiz

Replied last June 18, 2025

I'll always welcome critical feedback, it's part of getting better but I've never spoken with, met, contracted with or worked on this individual's case before so it's hard to defend his critique. A careful reading of his narrative leads me to believe that the reason he was left without representation was due to him leaving the country " for health and safety reasons" which is in every case a violation of bond conditions. While I'm certainly not perfect, I can't take any responsibility for this individuals unhappiness.

Posted by Omar | February 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Courteous, fast and gets results

Fernando, was hired to represent me in case and he was great! I was not happy about the situation that I was in but Fernando was quick to assist me and had great communication with me throughout the whole process. His results came quickly and with the outcome in my favor! I would work with him agai...n.

Posted by James | June 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

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 Renson | December 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Thank you

I have no words to thank Lawyer Fernando Ruiz for his excellent work, I was always in constant communication with him to clear up any doubts about the process. My case was resolved the way he told me he would and without having to do anything at all. Today I can enjoy these festive dates with my fami...ly thanks to its incredible efficiency.

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Experience

Rating:  6.9 (Good)

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

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