Atty. Barbara A Ruga

Atty. Barbara A Ruga

Barbara A Ruga is a lawyer practicing collective bargaining, education, employment at will / contracts and 10 other areas of law. Barbara received a B.A. degree from The University of Michigan in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Grand Rapids Grand Rapids 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara A Ruga at a glance

Barbara A Ruga is a Member based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, practicing at Clark Hill PLC. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on discrimination, employment, wage & hour, litigation, and education. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1977) and Arizona (2018). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1977) and The University of Michigan (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Grand Rapids and American. Serands clients in Grand Rapids, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barbara A Ruga is a lawyer practicing collective bargaining, education, employment at will / contracts and 10 other areas of law
  • Barbara received a B.A. degree from The University of Michigan in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Barbara practices at Clark Hill PLC in Grand Rapids, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara A Ruga's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara A Ruga handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workplace Discrimination

Barbara A Ruga is one of 7,100 discrimination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse discrimination attorneys in Michigan →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Wage & Hour Disputes

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara A Ruga

Where is Barbara A Ruga's law office located?
Barbara A Ruga's law practice is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The firm is Clark Hill PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara A Ruga handle?
Barbara A Ruga focuses on discrimination, employment, wage & hour, litigation, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Barbara A Ruga practiced law?
Barbara A Ruga has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Barbara A Ruga go to law school?
Barbara A Ruga earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Barbara A Ruga for a consultation?
You can contact Barbara A Ruga 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.
What awards or recognition has Barbara A Ruga received?
Barbara A Ruga's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1977
B.A.
The University of Michigan
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1977
Arizona
Admitted: 2018

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