Atty. William Peter Ruffa

Atty. William Peter Ruffa

Mr. William Peter Ruffa is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities, international law.

New York New York 67 Years Experience 67 year
Call (646) 797-2069

Profile Summary

About William Peter Ruffa at a glance

William Peter Ruffa is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Ruffa & Ruffa, P.C.. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on business, securities, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1959), District of Columbia (1982), and Connecticut (1986). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1959) and Fordham University (B.S., 1954). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. William Peter Ruffa is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities, international law
  • William received a B.S. degree from Fordham University in 1954, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • William practices at Ruffa & Ruffa, P.C. in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

William Peter Ruffa's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Securities Law

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International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is William Peter Ruffa's law office located?
William Peter Ruffa's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Ruffa & Ruffa, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Peter Ruffa handle?
William Peter Ruffa focuses on business, securities, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William Peter Ruffa practiced law?
William Peter Ruffa has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did William Peter Ruffa go to law school?
William Peter Ruffa earned their education at (J.D., 1959); (B.S., 1954).
How can I contact William Peter Ruffa for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William Peter Ruffa received?
William Peter Ruffa's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1959
B.S.
Fordham University
- 1954

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1959
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1982
Connecticut
Admitted: 1986

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