Nakesha Steffler Dodson Ruegg

Nakesha Steffler Dodson Ruegg

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 17 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Domestic Violence

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Biography

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Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-400 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
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  • Credit Card

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Licensed in California for 17 years

State: California

Acquired: 2009

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Nakesha Steffler Dodson Ruegg's Reviews

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4.7 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Cost of Services

Posted by Jeanette | December 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best Attorney in Riverside!

Attorney NaKesha Ruegg is the best family law attorney in Riverside County. Ms. Ruegg is a true professional that truly puts her clients needs as her highest priority. Ms. Ruegg's Knowledge in Law, her Personal Experience & genuine care of concern for clients & their families shows in her work ethic.... I've retained Ms.Ruegg back in 2014 & have had her as my attorney in all my family matters. Ms. Ruegg has become a friend through the process & I wouldn't trust anyone else to handle our legal family matters. I highly Recommend NaKesha Ruegg, you won't be sorry & She is worth the financial investment. Hands Down. I absolutely love her & you will too!

Posted by Tyler | January 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Did right by me

Knowledgeble, smart, freindly, helpful and fought for the best interest of my kids and myself. I had been struggling with my divorce and custody battle for several year with a diffrent attourney and nothing being acomplished except my money being spent. I had not even been infront of a judge. Some ma...jor custody issues came about and I was and I was referred by a freind to Nakesha by a friend. He told me "she is exspensive but worth every penny". I will tell you she is worth every penny and i spent less then 1/4 of what I spent on my previous lawyer who did nothing but take my money. Nakesha had me infront of a Judge with amazing results in less then a few weeks. Nakesha and her staff a very knowledgeable infact the judge thanked her for her knowledge of the law.Nakesha and her staff always responded to any questions or comments I had. Also they did not just tell me what I wanted to hear they gave me honest and clear options and also positive results. My case ended up being moved back to the original state but Nakesha was still very helpful in the steps I should take and finding another Attourney. Then when I found another attourney her and her staff gave my New attourney more then enough knowledge and info to get positive results.

Posted by anonymous | August 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family

Nakesha is as STRONG as they come

Let me just say this ... The first time I conacted Nakesha was in November of 2010. I had a huge mess which took 7 months of paper work and going to court to finally accomplish our goal. But she handled it all effortlessly, and made it so easy for me. She is very STRONG at what she does! I contacte...d her again in 2012 for some advice, and i will be contacting her again tomorrow 8/25/2015 for a hearing in court. In my opinion she is the best family law attorney in Riverside and worth every dollar down to the penny.

Posted by Bill L. | August 14, 2014 | Divorce & Separation

THE BEST!

My ex and I were trying to save money and resolve our issues through a legal services paralegal service. Our case was dragging on FOREVER and it seemed like nothing was getting done. After I consulted with NaKesha, I decided to hire her. Three months later we came to a full agreement on everything!... I would recommend NaKesha to anyone.

Posted by Happy Ex-Husband | March 27, 2014 | Alimony

Happy Ex Husband

After having a terrible experience with another attorney-I consulted with Attorney Ruegg. She was very honest about my situation (I was trying to terminate spousal support) and didn't promise me I'd get everything I wanted like my last attorney-who ended up wasting my time and money. I didn't get t...he termination that I was looking for-but my support order was significantly reduced. Attorney Ruegg did a great job and I would hire her again if something came up in the future.

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Nakesha Steffler Dodson Ruegg's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jeffrey Sissung

Family lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Ruegg is knowledgeable, well respected, honest and a great advocate. She is an asset to our legal community."

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Heather Cullen

Family lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Ruegg is an experienced and knowledgeable family law attorney. Attorney Ruegg has a strong character and is an aggressive yet compassionate advocate for her clients."

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Michael Razo

Family lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Ruegg is an experienced and knowledgeable attorney who represents her client's best interests. A pleasure to work with and a strong advocate for her clients."

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William Peacock

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 12

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ilian Alchehayed

Family lawyer | Jun 17

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Travis Owen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nakesha is a bright legal mind with a sterling reputation. Her dedication to her client's is unmatched. I endorse this attorney."

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Douglas Borthwick

Family lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Martin Swanson

Family lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mary Swanson

Family lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Catherine Schwartz

Family lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lauren Patterson

Family lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"She's trustworthy and extremely professional!"

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Laura Rosauer

Family lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Ruegg

Family lawyer | Sep 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rebecca Perkins

Family lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kristen Holstrom

Family lawyer | Jan 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, Swanson and Ruegg

2009 - 2010

Attorney, Swanson and Myers

2005 - 2008

Paralegal, Kayajanian Law Firm

Associations

2015 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association

Chair

2015 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association, Family Law Section

Chair

2009 - Present

Riverside County Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Education

2008

Chapman Univ Sol

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

Marquette Univ

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Riverside County Bar Association, Family Law Section Ethics Update: New and Revised Rules of Professional Conduct

Publications

Languages

English

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