Atty. Barbara E. Ruark

Atty. Barbara E. Ruark

Ms. Barbara E.

Winston Salem Winston Salem 39 yrs experience 39 year
Call (336) 245-9967 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Barbara E. Ruark at a glance

Barbara E. Ruark is an Of Counsel based in Winston Salem, North Carolina, practicing at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on workers comp, insurance, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1987). Educated at Wake Forest University (B.A. Cum, 1984) and Wake Forest University School of Law J.D. Magna Cum Laude Wake Forest University School of Law J.D. 1987 Notes and Comments Editor Wake Forest University School of Law J.D. Wake Forest Law Re (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Winston Salem, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ms. Barbara E. Ruark is a lawyer practicing insurance, communications / media, workers' compensation defense
  • Barbara received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Barbara practices at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP in Winston-Salem, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara E. Ruark's Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Barbara E. Ruark is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in North Carolina →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara E. Ruark

Where is Barbara E. Ruark's law office located?
Barbara E. Ruark's law practice is located in Winston Salem, North Carolina. The firm is Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara E. Ruark handle?
Barbara E. Ruark focuses on workers comp, insurance, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Barbara E. Ruark practiced law?
Barbara E. Ruark has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Barbara E. Ruark go to law school?
Barbara E. Ruark earned their education at (B.A. Cum, 1984); (—).
How can I contact Barbara E. Ruark for a consultation?
You can contact Barbara E. Ruark 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 E. Ruark received?
Barbara E. Ruark's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

B.A. Cum
Wake Forest University
- 1984
Wake Forest University School of Law J.D. Magna Cum Laude Wake Forest University School of Law J.D. 1987 Notes and Comments Editor Wake Forest University School of Law J.D. Wake Forest Law Re
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1987

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