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4.7 /5.0
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Attorney Ruben Ortiz has a reputation for client-centered advocacy. Most recently named 1st Place Winner of "The Personal Injury Law Office Category of El Paso Inc. Best of El Paso for past three years of 2021, 2022 & 2023, also 1st Place Winner of "The Criminal Law Office Category of El Paso Inc. Best of El Paso" for 2022 & 2023 and has been the winner in the past for “The Best Lawyer to Get You Out of Trouble” by El Paso’s What’s Up Entertainment Weekly and the recipient of the prestigious Client Distinction Award from Martindale-Hubbell® for three year period in a row in the past, you can have confidence in Attorney Ortiz. An El Paso native, he has helped thousands of clients pursue the best results in state and federal courts since beginning his career in 1998. Free Initial consultations for all Personal Injury Law Cases and Criminal Defense Cases. Ruben Ortiz does not charge any upfront fees for all Personal Injury Law Cases for cases such as Car/Trucking/Motorcycle Accidents/work injury/slip and fall/dog bite and wrongful death cases caused by such type of accidents & attorney fees are only paid when and if the case is won. When others may charge 33 1/3, 40, or 45% in attorney fees when a case is won, Mr. Ortiz will only charge a 25% contingency fee when the personal injury case is won without a lawsuit being filed. Contact the Law Offices of Ruben Ortiz to obtain Your free consultation today.
Free Initial Consultations for all Personal Injury Law Cases and Criminal Law Cases. No Upfront Fees paid to Attorney to work on all Personal Injury Law Cases and Attorney Fees are only paid if and after a case is won. Also Offer Affordable Payment Plans for All Criminal Defense Cases-Call Now!
Free Initial Consultation-No Upfront Fees paid to Attorney to work on all Personal Injury Law Cases- Attorney Fees are only paid if and after a case is Won-Call Now!
Free Initial Consultation-No Upfront Fees paid to Attorney to work on all Trucking Accident Law Cases- Attorney Fees are only paid if and after a case is Won-Call Now!
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Car Accident
40%
28 years
Trucking Accident
25%
28 years
Wrongful Death
15%
28 years
Animal Law
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
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Awards
2018 2017 2016
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4
Licenses
Licensed in New Mexico for 2 years
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 2023
No misconduct found
Licensed in Texas for 27 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Ruben Ortiz
(915) 591-1619
Fax
1141 East Rio Grande, El Paso, TX, 79902
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Ruben Ortiz's Reviews
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Litigation (7)
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Recommendation (40)
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Posted by Stella | October 02, 2012
Satisfied
I had a positive experience with Mr. Ortiz. I was skeptical at first, and had doubts that everything would work out, since my son constantly changed his story, but Mr. Ortiz made it all work, and kept my son and i both happy. He showed that he cared.
Posted by anonymous | May 26, 2010 | DUI & DWI
DUI
I hired Mr. Ortiz for a DUI case. He was succesfull in decreasing my probation period as well as lowering my fees with the court.
Posted by anonymous | February 02, 2012 | Criminal Defense
Is Ruben Ortiz a good lawyer?
When it comes to lawyers in El Paso, Ruben Ortiz is probably the best choice. Don't think he is best in the business though. I say best because he is the best out of all the horrible choices you find on Rio Grande St. Allow me to explain my review though. Ruben Ortiz is a smart lawyer. Smart in t...
Posted by anonymous | December 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Disappointing outcome
After my first trial for an assault case that I didn't go provoke or initiate, I had good things to say about Mr.ortiz. From the beginning he assured me i would get it dismissed which i was sure of too. I thought he had my back until the 2nd trial, (first was a mistrial)..it went from "we have this, ...
Ruben Ortiz
Replied last December 24, 2017When handling criminal law cases, I strive to either have the charges dismissed and/or obtain a not guilty verdict in each and every case that I take on. My number one goal is to win every case for every single one of my clients. However, it is impossible to win 100% of the time, but that does not ever prevent me from trying to obtain that result for everyone who hires me. Even though my philosophy is to win every case no matter how much evidence there may be against one of my clients, I never 100% guarantee or assure that a case will be won. On your case, we went to a jury trial and it ended in a mistrial, and then we were set to trial a second time on your case. If you will recall, a few minutes prior to the the commencement of the second trial, you were offered a way to have your charges dismissed against you without risking the possibility of you losing your case and having a conviction on your record for the rest of your life. This was the first time that this manner of obtaining a dismissal was offered, and you agreed to avert the trial and obtain a dismissal, without you having to plead guilty or being on probation, as you were never placed on probation. You agreed to a pre-trial program, which upon successful completion of it, your case would then be dismissed. You were also made aware that the program and the classes were not free, and that you would be responsible for that cost. By this time, you should have completed the program and the charges should have been dismissed against you. I wish you much luck in the future.
Posted by Bea | October 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Don't bother paying for ticket assistance
Why pay $75-100 for them to do what you can do for yourself? Anyone can ask for defensive driving! If I had known they were just going to take my money and take the easiest way out possible, I would've shown up and ask the judge for that MYSELF and saved the money! Now I paid $75 for NOTHING AND have...
Ruben Ortiz's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ruben knows his way around the courthouse, and his friendly attitude makes him a pleasure to deal with. I watched him haggle with the District Attorney until he got the deal he and his clients wanted ."
"I have known Ruben Ortiz for at least 15 years. I have seen him in action! This attorney knows his business and gets it done. I am a former prosecutor and have faced off against him. I have great respect for his talents."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Ortiz is a seasoned lawyer who is highly competent and personable in delivering legal services. He truly is one who looks after the best interests of his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. We have worked together on different matters over the past 15 years. He is always well prepared and handles each case with the utmost importance."
"I endorse this lawyer because of his zelous client representation and his successful and extensive experience."
"I very highly and with utmost enthusiasm endorse this lawyer. He embodies the highest degree of competence, professionalism and dedication. It has been a tremendous pleasure and honor working with him."
"I endorse this lawyer.Best criminal defense lawyer in El Paso, Texas."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Great Criminal Defense lawyer; he represented a family member in a case and did an excellent job."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ruben is a conscientious and tenacious advocate. He is competent various areas of the law. I've worked with him and against him in the past and I hold him in the highest regard."
"I endorse this lawyer, with my highest compliments. My colleague is a attorney of the highest caliber, and a professional second to none. I have known Mr. Ortiz for seventeen years, and I have always known him to be honest and very hard working. Ruben is a smart person and a great trial lawyer. When a client puts their faith in Ruben by hiring him, that client is assured of zealous, ethical representation and a lawyer who is dedicated to obtaining the best possible results for his client. I could go on all day about what a great attorney Mr. Ortiz is, but his record speaks for itself. Ruben has a sterling reputation among attorneys and judges alike, and the wider community knows him as a trusted professional. What more could a person ask for in a lawyer? I want to make it clear that I would say these things about Ruben even if I didn't work in his office. I give my unbiased opinion here. Ruben is a great lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. If you really need help, Mr. Ortiz is the lawyer for you. A class act, true professional, and absolutely the attorney who will fight the battle for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Best Personal Injury Law Office, El Paso Inc., Best of El Paso
2018
Client's Choice, Avvo
2017
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Preeminent 4.5 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Client Distinction Award for 2015, Martindale-Hubbell Publications
2014
Client Distinction Award for 2014, Martindale-Hubbell Publications
2013
Client Distinction Award for 2013, Martindale-Hubbell Publications
2012
The Best Lawyer To Get You Out Of Trouble for 2012, What's Up Entertainment Weekly
2011
The Best Lawyer To Get You Out Of Touble for 2011, What's Up Entertainment Weekly
2010
The Best Lawyer To Get You Out Of Trouble for 2010, What's Up Entertainment Weekly
2009
The Best Lawyer To Get You Out Of Trouble for 2009, What's Up Entertainment Weekly
2008
The Best Lawyer To Get You Out Of Trouble for 2008, What's Up Entertainment Weekly
2007
The Best Lawyer To Get You Out Of Trouble for 2007, What's Up Entertainment Weekly
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Attorney at Law, Law Offices of Ruben Ortiz
1998 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Ruben Ortiz
Associations
2002 - Present
Texas Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1999 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1999 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1998 - Present
El Paso Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Jury Trials
Not Guilty Verdicts
Education
1997
Washburn University School of Law, Topeka, Kansas
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Washburn University, Topeka, Kansas
MA - Masters
1992
University of Texas System, El Paso
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2021
The 24th Annual National Latina/o Law Student Association Virtual Conference & Moot Court Competition
“Starting your own firm: success in the law”
2017
Family Violence Seminar
Family Violence Defense
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I get off deferred adjudication probation without completing Court order GED?
06 Feb 2022
Q&A
If you plea not guilty at your arrraignment,are you sentenced that same day?
07 Feb 2022
Q&A
Will I get drug tested when I go to my first court date for a class a?
30 Jan 2022