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Atty. Andrew Nevitt Ruff

Atty. Andrew Nevitt Ruff

Andrew Nevitt Ruff is a lawyer practicing probate, family, divorce & separation and 2 other areas of law. Andrew has been licensed for 18 years.

New Bedford New Bedford 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Andrew Nevitt Ruff at a glance

Andrew Nevitt Ruff is an Associate based in New Bedford, Massachusetts, practicing at Moses Smith, Markey & Walsh, LLC. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, family law, estate planning, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (2008). Serands clients in New Bedford, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Andrew Nevitt Ruff is a lawyer practicing probate, family, divorce & separation and 2 other areas of law
  • Andrew has been licensed for 18 years
  • Andrew practices at Moses Smith, Markey & Walsh, LLC in New Bedford, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Andrew Nevitt Ruff's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew Nevitt Ruff handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Probate

Andrew Nevitt Ruff is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Massachusetts →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Andrew Nevitt Ruff is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Massachusetts →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Andrew Nevitt Ruff is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Andrew Nevitt Ruff is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in Massachusetts →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New Bedford are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Andrew Nevitt Ruff

Where is Andrew Nevitt Ruff's law office located?
Andrew Nevitt Ruff's law practice is located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. The firm is Moses Smith, Markey & Walsh, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Andrew Nevitt Ruff handle?
Andrew Nevitt Ruff focuses on divorce, probate, family law, estate planning, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Andrew Nevitt Ruff practiced law?
Andrew Nevitt Ruff has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
How can I contact Andrew Nevitt Ruff for a consultation?
You can contact Andrew Nevitt Ruff directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 2008

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