Atty. William C. Ruggiero

Atty. William C. Ruggiero

Member, Moot Court Society. Member, Nova University Law Review.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 35 yrs experience 35 year
Call (754) 329-0362 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William C. Ruggiero at a glance

William C. Ruggiero is a Principal based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Law Offices of William C. Ruggiero. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Florida (1991), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar (1993), U.S. Supreme Court (1995), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida (2004). Educated at Nova Southeastern University (J.D. University, 1990) and Miami Dade College (A.A. Florida, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Broward County Bar Association The Florida Bar The Association of Trial Lawyers of America American Trial Lawyers Association and (Certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy). Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Member, Moot Court Society
  • Member, Nova University Law Review

Recipient

  • Book Award, Appellate Practice
  • Pro Bono Service Award, Put Something Back, 1997
  • Author, Legal Malpractice Litigation in Missouri, Hanna & Ruggiero, 48 J. Mo
  • Bar 97, March 1992

Practice Areas Explained

William C. Ruggiero's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William C. Ruggiero handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

William C. Ruggiero is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →

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.

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Product Liability

William C. Ruggiero is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William C. Ruggiero

Where is William C. Ruggiero's law office located?
William C. Ruggiero's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Law Offices of William C. Ruggiero. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William C. Ruggiero handle?
William C. Ruggiero focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William C. Ruggiero practiced law?
William C. Ruggiero has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did William C. Ruggiero go to law school?
William C. Ruggiero earned their education at (J.D. University, 1990); (A.A. Florida, 1985).
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What awards or recognition has William C. Ruggiero received?
William C. Ruggiero's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. University
Nova Southeastern University
- 1990
A.A. Florida
Miami Dade College
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida including Trial Bar
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
Admitted: 2004

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