Atty. James David Ruffner II

Atty. James David Ruffner II

James David Ruffner II is a lawyer practicing business, corporate, health care and 9 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Wright State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Dayton Dayton 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About James David Ruffner II at a glance

James David Ruffner II is a Member based in Dayton, Ohio, practicing at Ruffner Law Offices LLC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1994) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Tax Court (1994). Educated at University of Dayton (J.D., 1994) and Wright State University (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Dayton, Ohio State and American Bar Associations, American Health Lawyers Association, and Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in Dayton, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James David Ruffner II is a lawyer practicing business, corporate, health care and 9 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Wright State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • James practices at Ruffner Law Offices LLC in Dayton, OH

Practice Areas Explained

James David Ruffner II's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James David Ruffner II handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Employment Law

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

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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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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James David Ruffner II

Where is James David Ruffner II's law office located?
James David Ruffner II's law practice is located in Dayton, Ohio. The firm is Ruffner Law Offices LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James David Ruffner II handle?
James David Ruffner II focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has James David Ruffner II practiced law?
James David Ruffner II has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did James David Ruffner II go to law school?
James David Ruffner II earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact James David Ruffner II for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James David Ruffner II received?
James David Ruffner II's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Dayton
- 1994
B.S.
Wright State University
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1994

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