Atty. Michael J. Ruder

Atty. Michael J. Ruder

Michael J. Ruder is a lawyer practicing commercial mortgage-backed securities, securitization & asset based finance.

Charlotte Charlotte 15 yrs experience 15 year
Call (844) 342-9439 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael J. Ruder at a glance

Michael J. Ruder is an Associate based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on business. Admitted to practice in New York (2011) and North Carolina (2019). Educated at Northwestern University, School of Law (J.D., 2010) and Texas Tech University (B.B.A., 2007). Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael J. Ruder is a lawyer practicing commercial mortgage-backed securities, securitization & asset based finance
  • Michael received a B.B.A. degree from Texas Tech University in 2007, and has been licensed for 15 years
  • Michael practices at Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Ruder's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Ruder handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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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 Charlotte 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 Michael J. Ruder

Where is Michael J. Ruder's law office located?
Michael J. Ruder's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Ruder handle?
Michael J. Ruder focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Michael J. Ruder practiced law?
Michael J. Ruder has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
Where did Michael J. Ruder go to law school?
Michael J. Ruder earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.B.A., 2007).
How can I contact Michael J. Ruder for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University, School of Law
- 2010
B.B.A.
Texas Tech University
- 2007

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2011
North Carolina
Admitted: 2019

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