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Taras Rudnitsky has dedicated his entire legal career to representing consumers seeking justice under the law. His background as a consumer protection attorney, automotive engineer, and expert witness has provided invaluable insight for consumers in cases throughout Florida and the United States. Taras has been a featured speaker before consumer justice attorneys, governmental investigators, and corporate executives. He has also been interviewed by several television station and newspaper reporters regarding consumer justice issues.
This commitment to consumer justice is not new – in fact, it started before Taras even graduated from the University of Michigan Law School. As part of the Law School’s Clinical Law program, Taras was already representing consumers in court even before graduating. At the time, he was the only student to then earn a position in the Advanced Clinical Law program and focus on seeking justice for consumers.
Taras firmly believes all attorneys should contribute to their community. Over the past 10 years, Taras has earned numerous awards for his pro bono representation of consumers throughout Central Florida for 4 different legal aid organizations, donating well over 700 hours of his time. As a result of his commitment to his community, the Florida Supreme Court has repeatedly recognized Taras for Outstanding Pro Bono Service. In 2016, Taras was honored with the Florida Bar President’s Pro Bono Service Award for the 18th Judicial Circuit in a ceremony held at the Florida Supreme Court. In 2017, he earned 3 pro bono awards for his work in Seminole, Orange, and Volusia Counties.
Taras has also actively contributed to the legal profession. He previously served on the Florida Bar’s Small Claims Rules Committee (including as its Chair) and now serves on the Consumer Protection Law Committee. Taras has also served on the Board of Directors for Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida and the Legal Advocacy Center of Central Florida from 2011 through 2018, including as President; he continues to serve on both Boards and as a member of their Executive Committees. He is also on the Board of Governors of the Ukrainian American Bar Association, an international bar association. Taras is also an active member of numerous legal associations, and helps train other attorneys throughout the United States on consumer protection litigation and advocacy.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Consumer Protection
51%
28 years
Lemon Law
49%
28 years
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Licensed in Florida for 21 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2004
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Licensed in Michigan for 27 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1998
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Posted by NF-Happy Client | May 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Debt Settlement
Excellent Firm
I was dealing with a very stressful legal situation concerning a creditor. I was very nervous about finding an attorney who would be able to help me. When I found Taras and Tina they were professional, efficient, and quick with checking into my case. They were also very personable and easy to interac...
Posted by Silvia | March 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection
Incredibly pleased
Taras Rudnitsky was very detailed and knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to make sure I understood every step from day one to the day he got my settlement for the salvaged vehicle which was sold to me without my knowledge of it being a previously totaled vehicle. I am very satisfied and would re...
Posted by Leon | March 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection
Beyond Pleased!
Rudnitsky Law Firm is an outstanding law firm. I was recommended to the firm after multiple attorneys in my area were unable to help me with my problem. I even called the State Attorney and assistance programs and no help. Taras and Tina of Rudnitsky Law Firm are there whenever you need them. They ar...
Posted by Satisfied Client | February 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection
Great Experience
Taras Rudnitsky is a high achiever. He used his energy, knowledge of consumer laws, and thoroughness to win my case without ever stepping into the courtroom. I purchased a product which was defective, and I couldn't work it out with the dealer. I was referred to Taras who after speaking with me agr...
Posted by Shaakirah | January 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection
My experience with Taras and Tina
I hired this law firm for an old debt collection law suit after consulting with a different lawyer. It was important to me to find an attorney who listened and addressed all my concerns. He is very thorough and makes him self available to address questions or concerns both by email and phone. Hiring ...
Taras S. Rudnitsky's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have litigated several cases against Taras in the past and wouldn't hesitate to recommend his services. He is a knowledgeable attorney who was well prepared and genuinely interested in reaching amicable resolutions of his cases."
"I endorse attorney Rudnitsky. He is an excellent attorney and an asset to the legal community."
"Taras is one of those few attorneys that has a great deal of care for his clients. Taras handles any matter, big or small, with the attention to detail and zealous representation it deserves. I highly endorse Taras."
"I endorse this lawyer. I was very impressed with his court room demeanor and presence."
"I endorse this lawyer. Taras is an extremely hard working lawyer who gets results for his clients. He has a grasp of the law in the difficult areas of debt collection and products liability. These areas have many pitfalls and traps for the unwary. Taras has the experience and knowledge to effectively help consumers through these areas."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Ronald Burdge
Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Nov 29
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I think I've known Taras for about ten years now and I can confidently say that he is one of the best Consumer Protection Law attorneys that I have ever been lucky to work with. He understands the law from his years of experience in case after case of helping consumers get justice. He represents people with a human touch of understanding exactly what they feel like in a bad situation and he knows how to help them straighten their life back out again. On top of that he has a terrific knowledge of the mechanical side of motor vehicles so he knows when a dealer or factory rep is not being completely truthful about a vehicle's problems. Taras is, simply put, one of the very best that there is. I highly recommend him to you."
David Bernhard
Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Mar 20
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Taras is one of the most gifted lawyers I have had the privilege to meet, let alone work alongside. He has a unique brilliance of bringing to bear great legal skill and scientific understanding of highly complex matters, such as in unraveling defects in products that injure consumers. Taras has been at the cutting-edge of the law for some time, and the number of high profile cases wherein he served as either an expert or a lawyer are too numerous to mention here. Any consumer who desires personal attention, cutting-edge legal representation, and a brilliant lawyer, would do well in my opinion to look to Taras. I know if I was personally injured by a product, he is the first lawyer I would call."
David Gruskin
Defective and dangerous products lawyer | Feb 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this Taras. He is an experienced lawyer who provides the highest quality representation for his clients. He represents consumers in various practice areas including debt collection defense, Fair Debt Collection, products liability/defective products, auto fraud, and lemon law. If you need assistance with any of these matters on the Lake Mary area contact Taras to give you the honest and best advice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Taras practice is primarily involved in debt collection defense, FDCPA violations, auto fraud, lemon law and product liability/defective products."
"It is without reservation that I endorse Taras. I know him through our mutual involvement in helping consumers and have seen his passion for helping his clients. Taras is highly knowledgeable in consumer debt collection matters and is passionate in his work of helping consumers. There is no doubt in my mind that Taras is just as knowledgeable and passionate about the other areas of law in which he practices. He readily deserves the "SUPERB" rating that Avvo has given him."
"I highly endorse and recommend Taras Rudnitsky. I find Taras to be a very knowledgeable consumer attorney who proactively seeks recourse for violation of consumer rights and protections and make the offenders pay for their transgressions. If you have someone violating your Federal or State consumer rights....call Taras."
"Taras is a leading expert for personal injury matter regarding vehicle and, in particular, airbag defects."
"I have known Taras for several years through a variety of legal lists. When it comes to an airbag auto accident case, he really knows the subject. I would highly recommend him."
"Taras is an excellent source of information regarding automotive defects, safety and serious auto accident matters."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Guardian of Justice, Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida
2017
Pro Bono Merit Award, 9th Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Committee
2016
Pro Bono Service Award-18th Circuit, Florida Bar, President's Award
2015
Seminole County Pro Bono Attorney of the Year, Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida
2014
Guardian of Justice, Community Legal Services of Mid-Florida
2013
Seminole County Attorney of the Year-Pro Bono, Community Legal Services of Mid Florida
2012
Seminole County Attorney of the Year-Pro Bono, Community Legal Services of Mid Florida
2011
Advocate of Justice, Community Legal Services of Mid Florida
2010
Outstanding Pro Bono Service Award, Florida Supreme Court
2010
Certificate of Appreciation, Legal Advocacy Center of Central Florida
2009
Pro Bono Volunteer Award, Seminole County Bar Association Legal Aid
2008
Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2006
Outstanding Pro Bono Service Award, Florida Supreme Court
Work Experience
1998 - Present
Attorney, Rudnitsky Law Firm
1998 - 2004
Professional Engineer, Taras S. Rudnitsky, P.E.
1988 - 1995
Design Engineer and Performance (Test) Engineer, General Motors Corporation
Associations
2017 - Present
Ukrainian American Bar AssociationMember, Board of Governors
2017 - Present
Florida Bar, Consumer Protection Law CommitteeMember
2010 - Present
Ukrainian American Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Seminole County Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
National Association of Consumer AdvocatesMember
1998 - Present
Order of the CoifMember
1987 - Present
Tau Beta Pi (National Engineering Honor Society)Member
2017 - 2019
Ukrainian American Bar AssociationChairman
2015 - 2017
Ukrainian American Bar AssociationPresident
2014 - 2015
Legal Advocacy Center of Central FloridaPresident
2014 - 2015
Community Legal Services of Mid-FloridaPresident
2014 - 2015
Florida Bar, Small Claims Rules CommitteeChair
2013 - 2014
Florida Bar, Small Claims Rules CommitteeVice Chair
2013 - 2015
Ukrainian American Bar AssociationVice President
2011 - 2018
Legal Advocacy Center of Central FloridaBoard of Directors
2011 - 2018
Community Legal Services of Mid-FloridaBoard of Directors
2011 - 2017
Florida Bar, Small Claims Rules CommitteeMember
2006 - 2014
Attorneys Information Exchange GroupMember
2001 - 2009
Association for the Advancement of Automotive MedicineMember
1998 - 2009
American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice SectionMember
1998 - 2004
Michigan Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1998 - 2009
American Bar AssociationMember
1996 - 2018
American Association for JusticeMember
Education
1998
University of Michigan Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1993
Wayne State University
MA - Masters
1988
Wayne State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
2018 Auto Fraud National Conference
UCC and Warranties
2016
FDCPA Conference
Claim Spotting in Repossessions and Auto Loan Collections
2016
Auto Fraud Conference
Introduction to Products Liability Litigation for Auto Fraud Lawyers
2016
Auto Fraud Conference
Repo Cases and Defense of Repo Deficiency Actions
2014
Webinar
How to Recover the Full Amount of Attorney Fees to Which You are Entitled
2014
Debt Defense Training
Judicial Attitudes, Beliefs and Projections in Debt Collection Cases
2014
Consumer Rights Litigation Conference
Still Unsafe at Any Speed: Understanding Recalls and Their Impact on Auto Fraud Cases
2014
Auto Fraud Conference
Vehicle Design Process and What it Means for Discovery
2013
Annual Conference
Overview of U.S. Consumer Protection Litigation
2012
Habitat for Humanity
Consumer Protection Law
2011
Senior Presentation
Consumer Protection Law
2010
UABA Annual Convention
Developing a Law Practice From Your Roots
2010
Defending Debt Collection Cases
Defending Debt Collection Cases
2008
Air Bag Summit XI
Dangerous Air Bag Strategies at the Car Companies
2007
Presentation to Florida Law Firm
How to Identify Car Safety Defects
2007
Air Bag Summit X
Dangerous Air Bags and Sun Visors
2006
Presentation to Florida Law Firm
How to Spot a Car Defect Case
2006
Air Bag Summit IX
Dangerous Air Bags and Air Bag Injuries - an Update
2004
AIEG Conference
Defective Seat Belt Systems
2003
Air Bag Summit VI
Air Bag Manufacturing Defects and Quality Control
2002
Air Bag Summit V
Dangerous and Defective Air Bags - Lessons Learned
2000
Air Bag Summit III
Dangerous Air Bags and the Risks to Children
1999
Air Bag Summit II
Dangerous and Defective Air Bags - an Introduction
Publications
2008
www.CarSafetyLawyer.com
31 Ways to Determine if You Have a Car Defect Case
2008
www.CarSafetyLawyer.com
Air Bag Deployment - How Air Bags Work
2008
Rudnitsky Law Firm
My Air Bag Did Not Deploy - What Went Wrong?
2008
www.CarSafetyLawyer.com
Air Bags and Sun Visors - A Dangerous Combination?
2008
www.CarSafetyLawyer.com
How to Determine if your Air Bag Performed Properly
Languages
Ukrainian
English
Activity
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Bought a car from avis sales ? They tell me after two months my deal was rejected .Due to bank statements. I gave them to the
28 Jun 2021
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Can a county or electric contractor be held responsible for electric cable that was not installed to code?
02 Apr 2021
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I would like to find a lawyer to review my documents before going to small claims court.?
21 Jan 2020