Atty. Samuel Stephen Rufer

Atty. Samuel Stephen Rufer

Samuel Stephen Rufer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate, litigation and 7 other areas of law. Samuel received a B.A. degree from St.

Detroit Lakes Detroit Lakes 23 yrs experience 23 year
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About Samuel Stephen Rufer at a glance

Samuel Stephen Rufer is a Member based in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, practicing at Pemberton, Sorlie, Rufer & Kershner, P.L.L.P.. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (2003) and North Dakota (2012). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 2003) and St. John's University (B.A. Biochemistry, 1999). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Detroit Lakes, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Samuel Stephen Rufer is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate, litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • Samuel received a B.A. degree from St. John's University in 1999, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Samuel practices at Pemberton, Sorlie, Rufer & Kershner, P.L.L.P. in Detroit Lakes, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Samuel Stephen Rufer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Samuel Stephen Rufer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Samuel Stephen Rufer is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Samuel Stephen Rufer is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Minnesota →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Samuel Stephen Rufer is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Minnesota →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Samuel Stephen Rufer is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Minnesota →

Product Liability

Samuel Stephen Rufer is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Minnesota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Samuel Stephen Rufer

Where is Samuel Stephen Rufer's law office located?
Samuel Stephen Rufer's law practice is located in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. The firm is Pemberton, Sorlie, Rufer & Kershner, P.L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Samuel Stephen Rufer handle?
Samuel Stephen Rufer focuses on personal injury, business, real estate, bankruptcy, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Samuel Stephen Rufer practiced law?
Samuel Stephen Rufer has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Samuel Stephen Rufer go to law school?
Samuel Stephen Rufer earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A. Biochemistry, 1999).
How can I contact Samuel Stephen Rufer for a consultation?
You can contact Samuel Stephen Rufer 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 Samuel Stephen Rufer received?
Samuel Stephen Rufer's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
William Mitchell College of Law
- 2003
B.A. Biochemistry
St. John's University
- 1999

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 2003
North Dakota
Admitted: 2012

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