Atty. Arlen M. Ruff

Atty. Arlen M. Ruff

Arlen M. Ruff is a lawyer practicing banking law, debtor creditor law, real estate law and 3 other areas of law.

Mandan Mandan 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Arlen M. Ruff at a glance

Arlen M. Ruff is a Partner based in Mandan, North Dakota, practicing at Kelsch Ruff Kranda Nagle & Ludwig. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on probate, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (1979) and U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota (1980). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1979) and Jamestown College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar Association of North Dakota Big Muddy Bar Association. Serands clients in Mandan, ND and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Arlen M. Ruff is a lawyer practicing banking law, debtor creditor law, real estate law and 3 other areas of law
  • Arlen received a B.A. degree from Jamestown College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Arlen practices at Kelsch Ruff Kranda Nagle & Ludwig in Mandan, ND

Practice Areas Explained

Arlen M. Ruff's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Arlen M. Ruff is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in North Dakota →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Dakota

Practicing law in North Dakota. Legal matters in North Dakota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Mandan are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Dakota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Dakota 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 North Dakota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Arlen M. Ruff

Where is Arlen M. Ruff's law office located?
Arlen M. Ruff's law practice is located in Mandan, North Dakota. The firm is Kelsch Ruff Kranda Nagle & Ludwig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Arlen M. Ruff handle?
Arlen M. Ruff focuses on probate, business, real estate, bankruptcy, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Dakota.
How long has Arlen M. Ruff practiced law?
Arlen M. Ruff has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Arlen M. Ruff go to law school?
Arlen M. Ruff earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Arlen M. Ruff for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Arlen M. Ruff received?
Arlen M. Ruff's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1979
B.A.
Jamestown College
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Dakota
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, District of North Dakota
Admitted: 1980

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