Michelle A. Rudderow
Experience:
20 years
Language(s):
English
Michelle Rudderow | Syracuse Personal Injury Lawyer
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About Michelle
Ms. Michelle Rudderow, founder of Rudderow Law, attended Boston University in Massachusetts, where she received her Bachelor’s degree in 2000 before attending the Syracuse University College of Law. At SU, she was an Associate Editor for the Journal of International Law and Commerce before graduating with her Juris Doctorate degree in 2004.
Rudderow Law's practice areas focus on personal injury and severe catastrophic injury cases, including defective products and liability cases, dental and medical malpractice, aviation crashes, auto accidents, bicycle accidents, boating accidents, motorcycle accidents, construction site injuries, premises liability, and wrongful death claims.
Ms. Rudderow is a former board member of the Central New York Women's Bar Association and a current board member of the Greater Syracuse Sports Hall of Fame, New York Academy of Trial Lawyers, and the New York State Bar Association's Executive Committee for the General Practice Section. She is a member of various local and state-wide bar organizations. She is a member of the American Auxiliary and supports various anti-human trafficking organization.
**SuperLawyers America's Top 100 Attorneys Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum Better Business Bureau***
Rudderow Law's practice areas focus on personal injury and severe catastrophic injury cases, including defective products and liability cases, dental and medical malpractice, aviation crashes, auto accidents, bicycle accidents, boating accidents, motorcycle accidents, construction site injuries, premises liability, and wrongful death claims.
Ms. Rudderow is a former board member of the Central New York Women's Bar Association and a current board member of the Greater Syracuse Sports Hall of Fame, New York Academy of Trial Lawyers, and the New York State Bar Association's Executive Committee for the General Practice Section. She is a member of various local and state-wide bar organizations. She is a member of the American Auxiliary and supports various anti-human trafficking organization.
**SuperLawyers America's Top 100 Attorneys Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum Better Business Bureau***
Free Consultation Contingency Fee
Experience
Founder/Attorney
Rudderow Law PLLC
06/2020 to present
Syracuse Ny
Partner
Porter Nordby Howe
08/2020 to 06/2020
Syracuse NY
Partner
Williams & Rudderow, PLLC
2002-2020
Syracuse, NY
Admission
New York
2005
Education
Syracuse University College of Law
Juris Doctor
2004
Boston University
Bachelors (International Relations and Affairs/Political Science)
2000
Recognitions & Achievements
Associations
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A member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Ms. Rudderow also holds prestigious affiliations with the Onondaga County Bar Association, the Women’s Bar Association of New York State, the New York State Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, and the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
Honors / Awards
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Super Lawyer Super Lawyers2017 - 2021
Questions & Answers
Please describe a case in the last year or two where you made a big difference.
I litigated against a large corporation that sold a defective product that endangered the public on a daily basis. I fought against the deception of the company while ensuring the client was protected at all times at all costs. Due to that litigation, the product is no longer sold or distributed.
How did you build a successful practice?
I built a successful practice by listening to my clients. In every case, the client's needs are different. Sometimes the client is only seeking an economic recovery, other times they are only seeking justice, and sometimes it is both or some other need on the spectrum. My clients trust me and long after their case is over, they continue to refer me new clients. This is the highest compliment and something Rudderow Law will endeavor to protect.
What should clients look for in a lawyer?
Honesty. Trustworthiness. Compassion. Answers.
How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases?
That depends on the case. However, if someone contacts me who I feel should retain someone more local to them, I have a long list of respectable, qualified colleagues who I consistently refer clients to because I deeply trust them.
What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?
I do not make any guarantees at any stage of a litigation. Any lawyer who does is not being honest with you. The free phone consultation is an opportunity to gather information, get to know each other, and discuss next steps if that becomes necessary or advisable.
What information do you need in a free phone consultation?
Date of incident, injuries, identification of potential defendants, photos, medical records, and any additional factual information is always much appreciated.
What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?
My focus is, and always will be, on the client. I don't advertise. My cases are all a result of trust.
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?
Building relationships.
What are your other interests in addition to law?
Sports. Being with my family at our lake house. Reading. Fighting human trafficking.
Are you involved in your community?
Yes.
Additional Info
Founded 2021
Rudderow Law, PLLC Highlights
Accident & Injury, Medical Malpractice, Products Liability
Firm Size:
1
Firm Locations:
1
Languages:
English