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27 Client Reviews
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Kenneth Gary Ruttenberg
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About Kenneth
Biography
Known as a tough civil litigator who represents property owners in construction defect and real estate lawsuits, and employees in cases involving sexual harassment, discrimination and wrongful termination, Kenneth G. Ruttenberg is an AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell®, the highest designation an attorney can earn, nationwide. In 2014, he was named a Southern California “Super Lawyer” by his peers, and from 2015 through 2022, has been listed among the Top 100 Super Lawyers of Southern California. Ken’s aggressive approach to litigation has earned him rave reviews for acting as his clients’ voice and fierce advocate in the legal system. One of his past clients wrote: “You will never find an attorney as qualified and dedicated as Mr. Ruttenberg. His strength of character cannot be matched.” Over the 25+ years that he has been practicing law, he has settled numerous cases involving sexual harassment, disability and racial discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination.
Similarly, on matters of construction defects, he has obtained multiple six and seven-figure settlements and awards on behalf of property owners, both in court and in arbitration. Additionally, he has obtained verdicts or settled lawsuits involving real estate disputes, personal injury, mold exposure, medical malpractice, wrongful death, breach of contract, business disputes, and insurance bad faith. He also has two published opinions from the California Court of Appeals. All told, Ken is considered one of the best civil litigators in Southern California.
Ken’s expertise in representing the owners of single-family homes, apartment buildings and condos in construction defect lawsuits comes from his years of practicing real estate law. Over that time, Ken has built valuable relationships with construction experts in all fields to assist in uncovering hidden defects and calculating damages. With all of his clients, Ken is able to win their trust and get the job done.
Ken Ruttenberg is a Top 100 Super Lawyer and founder of The Ruttenberg Law Firm, P.C.
Ken handles your landlord-tenant claims involving exposure to lead, asbestos and mold. Call now
Practice Areas
8
Practice Areas
Real Estate
25%
33 years | 60 cases
Personal Injury
20%
33 years | 75 cases
Construction and Development
15%
30 years | 50 cases
Employment and Labor
15%
33 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
30%-45%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
2017
Licenses
Licensed in California for 32 years
State: California
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
The Ruttenberg Law Firm
(310) 207-4033
Fax
1901 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 1020, Los Angeles, CA, 90067
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Posted by Slavena | February 05, 2021 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent acumen, quality guidance and dedication. Highly recommend!
Words can’t suffice to express my gratitude to Mr. Ruttenberg. He is intelligent, experienced, professional, compassionate and kind. Not only his experience with civil litigation but also his knowledge of other legal areas make him so valuable in solving complex cases. I don’t know what I would have ...
Posted by Jane | March 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Construction & Development
Excellent and Dedicated Attorney
Ken, we are so appreciative of your tireless efforts to defend us. I would highly recommend you to anyone who needs legal representation in cases dealing with unlicensed contractors, home flippers and defective construction. As we discovered, these cases require "gutsy" legal representation and you...
Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Residential
Awe Inspiring Attorney
And they say attorneys’ have a bad reputation. . . Ken Rutteberg is truly an awe inspiring attorney who gives 100% of himself with his clients. Upon first meeting Mr. Ruttenberg, I knew I had found my attorney! There are two sides to Mr. Ruttenberg’s personality; that as a Bulldog and an empat...
Posted by Roberta | August 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Amazing Attorney
You will never find an attorney as qualified and dedicated as Mr. Ruttenberg. His strength of character cannot be matched. Thanks to his efforts Mr. Ruttenberg successfully resolved a real estate mold issue in my favor during the mediation process. I do not believe this could have happened without...
Posted by Barbara | July 08, 2014 | Personal Injury
Professional and Personable Attorney
Ken Ruttenberg was my Attorney on a recent personal injury suit. He was great. Very understanding, professional and informed. I would recommend him to anyone. He kept me updated during every step. I feel like he genuinely cared about me as a person, not just a client. His office staff was just...
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2022
Top 100, Southern California Super Lawyers
2022
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Top 100, Super Lawyers
2021
Top 100, Southern California Super Lawyers
2021
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2001 - 2016
Attorney, Tesser Ruttenberg & Grossman LLP
Sample of Legal Cases
Confidential
$980,000 settlement
Confidential
$670,000 settlement
Education
1993
Loyola Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
University of California - San Diego
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Confidential
How to handle a mold claim from the plaintiff’s perspective.
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers