Fred Ruotolo

Fred Ruotolo

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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family

202 E Earll Dr Ste 160, Phoenix, AZ

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 33 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1992

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Arizona Law Group

202 E Earll Dr Ste 160, Phoenix, AZ, 85012

Arizona Law Group

14362 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Suite #2136, Scottsdale, AZ, 85260

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Fred Ruotolo's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Tara | October 02, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Confident, Capable, and Experienced Attorney

Every step of the way Fred was an extraordinary attourney and representative. His confidence and support were guiding lights that paved the way to a mutual agreement that ultimately worked best for my kids and all parties while taking my utmost concerns into consideration. Above all that, he was grea...t to work with and I would hire him again without hesitation. His professional demeanor and ability to communicate, respond quickly, and affect change in my case went above and beyond. He offered down-to-earth advice that was priceless and enabled a valuable turning point in my case. Ultimately, my case, across state lines, was managed with care and expertise that was apparent when it mattered most. Thank you Fred!

Posted by Mike | June 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

This Attorney Truly Cares

Fred was outstanding to work with on my family law case. He was easy to talk to and provided great advice and guidance throughout the entire legal process. Over the several engagements we had, it was very apparent that he truly cared about helping my family and I. If I need family law services in the... future, Fred is the first person I am calling.

Posted by Craig | November 12, 2014 | Family

Outstanding legal representation

Initially my divorce ended amicably between my ex-wife and myself and we shared in joint custody. We had done everything through the self help system and neither of us had sought legal advice or representation. As time passed I found myself in a situation where I had neither the knowledge or experi...ence to effectively represent and protect myself or my children in the Child Support battle that ensued. After the third trip to Family Court I decided enough was enough, I needed professional help and representation. Fred Ruotolo took on my case after reviewing all of the documentation I had. He was compassionate, understanding, professional and always kept my children’s interest at the forefront. The court system often feels stacked in the mother’s favor, but Fred assured me that I had right’s and he would ensure those were protected. He provided sound legal advice, drew up all the necessary documents, and made sure everything was in order and filed appropriately. He listened to and answered my questions, and took time to explain the process and what to expect. I was kept in the loop at every stage. Fred was always available and never made me feel, like just another case number. He provided personal attention and guided me through a difficult and challenging time, all while giving me the best legal representation I could hope for. I cannot say enough to express my gratitude to Fred Ruotolo and his staff, they simply are the best at what they do and worth every penny when it comes to legal matters dealing with Family Law.

Posted by Jamie | July 30, 2013 | Child Custody

Child Custody

I hired Fred for a child custody case. I had previously worked with another attorney who I found to be unavailable, as well as lacking the necessary skill to handle my case. Fred, from the beginning was pleasant and courteous. He helped me through a very rough period through his kindness and expertis...e. He was always available, if there was ever a time I needed to talk, or just needed reassurance. He was knowledgeable, and provided the necessary skills to make the entire process a little more tolerable! I would 100% recommend him as an attorney.

Posted by Carol | July 17, 2013 | Divorce & Separation

Thorough, Compassionate and A Great Litigator

We worked with Fred over a period of a 3-5 years during a very difficult divorce. Complications from the other side kept unfolding and when we needed guidance or full representation, Fred couldn't have been more thorough in explaining the steps we'd need to take, what are options were and what the p...ossible outcome could be and why. Going through a divorce trial can be a very intimidating experience and although Fred was very aggressive in court, he fought fairly and professionally - which I can honestly say many attorney's don't from first hand experience. Through that process, Fred was also a very calming and reassuring influence for us. He's very knowledgeable and hugely compassionate - especially when there are children involved and I was very impressed that he kept our children's best interest's in mind throughout the whole ordeal. He's extremely thorough and detail oriented when it comes to presenting evidence - which is critical because you don't always know how a judge is going to react - but Fred's demeanor in and out of the courtroom is nothing short of approachable, respectful and professional. Fred also has a gift of being very understanding and objective in offering advice and sincere guidance during those emotionally intense moments you just want to go for the other side's jugular. Anytime a ruling came in, he called us immediately - he kept us informed, he explained what the ruling meant if it didn't make sense and he was patient with us through all the of questions. And there were 100's of those throughout this process. He truly was a GOD SEND and I'd recommend him highly!!! And because of his tireless efforts on our case, it's finally over and we owe that to him!

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Angela Peacock

Family lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Fred is a highly skilled attorney. He is settlement oriented, but he is also skilled in the courtroom. Fred has excellent communication skills, and he works hard to obtain excellent results for his clients. Not only is Fred a strong advocate, he has the ability to make his clients feel comfortable during a very difficult time in their lives. I wholeheartedly recommend Fred."

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Nicole Bernabe

Family lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amanda Reese Nuriddin

Family lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kaine Fisher

Family lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fred is as experienced and knowledgeable as they come. HIs solid reputation in the family law community here in Maricopa County is undisputed. I would highly recommend Fred to anyone in need of a passionate family law who can handle the most challenging family law matters."

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Angela Enholm

Family lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Fred is very knowledgeable in his area of practice. While a strong advocate for his client, he maintains a respectful working relationship with opposing counsel."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Dec 12

Relationship: Other

"This lawyer is knowledgeable, aggressive, efficient and talented. I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregory Riebesehl

Family lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Fred is a knowledgeable attorney, and has always been a pleasure to work with on family law matters."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Fred. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Christopher Leroi

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. As a former judge, magistrate and prosecutor over the past 24 years, I can tell you that he is an exemplary attorney. I would recommend anyone and everyone for his services. There is no better decision that you could make."

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Aubrey Srednicki

Unknown lawyer | Aug 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fred is a highly skilled and compassionate family law attorney. He is attentive to detail and advocates zealously for his clients. I highly recommend Fred."

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Ronald Ozer

Family lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Over the years, I have referred many clients to Fred for divorce and domestic relations issues, and I will continue to do so. Fred has great communication skills, and he works hard to obtain excellent results for his clients. Not only does Fred have a passion for the law, he has the ability to make his clients feel comfortable during a very difficult time in their lives. I wholeheartedly recommend Fred."

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Jessica Cotter

Family lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Fred places best interest of his clients first and does his best to make sure that all issues are addressed to prevent additional litigation."

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Robert Howard

Divorce and separation lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have known Fred for a great many years and I know he brings a true compassion for his clients and a desire to reach a fair result in every case."

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Tracy Krall

Family lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fred is a knowledgeable and polished attorney. He takes a genuine interest in his clients and that is clearly reflected in his vibrant advocacy."

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Michael Patterson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fred is an excellent family lawyer. I have referred people to him and they have felt that he listened to, and understood their individual needs and gave them excellent representation."

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Brian Starr

Family lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Fred is a top family attorney. I have referred many of my clients to Fred, and my clients always rave about Fred. I highly recommend Fred for any family law issue."

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Donna Heller

Family lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Attorney Ruotolo has exceptional communication skills. Being a journalism major myself, one his many areas of strength is his writing and editing ability. He is succinct and effective, which is very important in an industry where you get a very small window to make your case. His communication skills extend to working with clients and the opposing side, where he is both an advocate yet respectful, which explains why he in turn is respected by his peers."

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Alexander Nirenstein

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

10 Best Family Law Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2023

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2022

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2022

10 Best Family Law Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2021

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2021

Attorney of the Year, America's Top 100 Attorneys

2020

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2019

Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys

2019

10 Best Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2018

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2018

Family Law Top 10 Award, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2018

10 Best Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 10 Best Attorneys

2015

Arizona Certified Family Law Specialist, Arizona Board of Legal Specialization, Arizona State Bar

2013

Clients' Choice Award, AVVO

2006

Leading Lawyers, Who's Who in Law, The Business Journal

Work Experience

2017 - Present

Attorney, Arizona Law Group

2009 - 2017

Partner, Bishop Law Office, PC

2003 - 2009

Founding Partner, NRG

1997 - 2003

Attorney, Goldberg & Jones, PLLC Attorneys At Law

1992 - 1997

Owner, Fred Ruotolo, Law Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Superior Court of Arizona

Judge Pro Tem

1995 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association, Family Law Section

1993 - Present

Scottsdale Bar Association

1992 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

1992 - Present

Reserver Officer's Association

Past President

Education

1992

University of Tulsa College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

Arizona State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

Advanced Family Law

Violence in the Home

2013

Phoenix College of Law

Famil Law

2005

Negotiating the Best Possible Settlement for Divorce Clients

Divorce

2004

Women's Expo

Divorce and Family Law

Languages

English

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