Guy Ruttenberg, Business Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Insurance
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing business in Los Angeles since 2000.
- 26+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Guy Ruttenberg is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Insurance. Guy has over 26 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Business · General · Insurance
- Handles Business, General, and Insurance matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Guy Ruttenberg: Guy Ruttenberg is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Insurance. Guy has over 26 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Guy Ruttenberg
Guy concentrates on business, general, insurance, ip, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Guy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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IP
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Business cases in Los Angeles, California
Guy takes business matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Guy agrees to represent you.
General cases in Los Angeles, California
Guy takes general matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Guy agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Los Angeles, California
Guy takes insurance matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Guy agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Los Angeles, California
Guy takes ip matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Guy agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Guy takes litigation matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Guy agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Guy Ruttenberg — Over 26 years of California business experience
Guy Ruttenberg is an attorney based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Insurance. Guy has over 26 years of legal experience.
Mr. Guy Ruttenberg is a lawyer practicing asia pacific, commercial, commercial litigation and 4 other areas of law. Guy received a B.A. degree from Univerity of California at Los Angeles in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years. Guy practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Guy on a business matter
Mr. Guy Ruttenberg is a lawyer practicing asia pacific, commercial, commercial litigation and 4 other areas of law. Guy received a B.A. degree from Univerity of California at Los Angeles in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years. Guy practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Guy represents
Guy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and insurance matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Guy Ruttenberg's legal education and bar admissions
Harvard Law School
J.D. · 1999
Univerity of California at Los Angeles
B.A. Political · 1996
Jurisdictions
Guy's state bar admissions
California
2000 · ACTIVE
California Supreme C
2000 · ACTIVE
Guy studied at J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.A. Political in Univerity of California at Los Angeles.
Law school and academic background
Guy completed J.D. in Harvard Law School and B.A. Political in Univerity of California at Los Angeles. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Guy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Guy's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of California
membership
Locations
Guy Ruttenberg's office in Los Angeles
Guy's primary office is at 777 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Guy Ruttenberg — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Guy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Guy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Guy's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Guy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Guy
Guy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Guy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Guy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Guy Ruttenberg
How much does it cost to hire Guy for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Guy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Guy offer a free consultation?
Guy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Guy's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Guy's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Guy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Guy take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Guy is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Guy will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Guy?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Guy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Guy accepting new business clients right now?
Guy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Guy handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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