Atty. Peter Scott Rukin

Atty. Peter Scott Rukin

Peter Scott Rukin is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, individual employment law claims, including claims for discrimination and 7 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter Scott Rukin at a glance

Peter Scott Rukin is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Rukin Hyland Doria & Tindall LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, contracts, sexual harassment, employment, and breach of contract. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1991), California (1995), New York (1998), and U.S. Supreme Court (1998). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1991) and University of Illinois (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter Scott Rukin is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, individual employment law claims, including claims for discrimination and 7 other areas of law
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Peter practices at Rukin Hyland Doria & Tindall LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Scott Rukin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter Scott Rukin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

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Contracts

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Sexual Harassment

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Employment Law

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

Peter Scott Rukin is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Breach of Contract

Peter Scott Rukin is one of 5,938 breach of contract attorneys indexed nationally. Browse breach of contract attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Scott Rukin

Where is Peter Scott Rukin's law office located?
Peter Scott Rukin's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Rukin Hyland Doria & Tindall LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Scott Rukin handle?
Peter Scott Rukin focuses on wrongful termination, contracts, sexual harassment, employment, breach of contract. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Peter Scott Rukin practiced law?
Peter Scott Rukin has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Peter Scott Rukin go to law school?
Peter Scott Rukin earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Peter Scott Rukin for a consultation?
You can contact Peter Scott Rukin 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 Peter Scott Rukin received?
Peter Scott Rukin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1991
B.A.
University of Illinois
- 1988

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1991
California
Admitted: 1995
New York
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2002

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