Ruchun Ji, Business Attorney in Palo Alto, California
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Creditor Rights, and M&A
AttorneyatSidley Austin LLP
Palo Alto, CA
Practicing business in Palo Alto since 2008.
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Ruchun Ji is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and M&A. Ruchun has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP.
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- Palo Alto, CA
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- over 18 years
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- Business · Creditor Rights · M&A
- Handles Business, Creditor Rights, and M&A matters from Palo Alto, CA.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Ruchun Ji: Ruchun Ji is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and M&A. Ruchun has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP.
Areas of practice
Ruchun's practice areas in Palo Alto
Ruchun concentrates on business, creditor rights, m&a, securities, and consumer. Each area below outlines the kind of case Ruchun handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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M&A
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Business cases in Palo Alto, California
Ruchun takes business matters in Palo Alto, 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 Ruchun agrees to represent you.
Creditor Rights cases in Palo Alto, California
Ruchun takes creditor rights matters in Palo Alto, 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 Ruchun agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Palo Alto, California
Ruchun takes m&a matters in Palo Alto, 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 Ruchun agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Palo Alto, California
Ruchun takes securities matters in Palo Alto, 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 Ruchun agrees to represent you.
Consumer cases in Palo Alto, California
Ruchun takes consumer matters in Palo Alto, 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 Ruchun agrees to represent you.
Biography
Ruchun Ji, business attorney serving Palo Alto
Ruchun Ji is an attorney based in Palo Alto, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Creditor Rights, and M&A. Ruchun has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. Ruchun works from Palo Alto, California and takes on business matters across the region.
Ruchun Ji is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, venture capital, debt collection and 2 other areas of law. Ruchun received a B.A. degree from Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade in 1999, and has been licensed for 18 years. Ruchun practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Palo Alto, CA.
Working with Ruchun on a business matter
Ruchun Ji is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, venture capital, debt collection and 2 other areas of law. Ruchun received a B.A. degree from Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade in 1999, and has been licensed for 18 years. Ruchun practices at Sidley Austin LLP in Palo Alto, CA.
Who Ruchun represents
Ruchun reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, creditor rights, and m&a matters in Palo Alto and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Ruchun studied and practices
Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade
LL.M. English · 2002
Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade
B.A. English · 1999
Jurisdictions
Ruchun's state bar admissions
California
2014 · ACTIVE
New York
2008 · ACTIVE
Ruchun studied at LL.M. English in Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade and B.A. English in Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade.
Law school and academic background
Ruchun completed LL.M. English in Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade and B.A. English in Shanghai Institute of Foreign Trade. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Ruchun runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Ruchun Ji's office in Palo Alto
Ruchun's primary office is at Bldg. 1, 1001 Page Mill Rd., Palo Alto, CA, 94304. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Ruchun Ji — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Ruchun usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Ruchun charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ruchun'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; Ruchun will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Palo Alto, 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 Ruchun
Ruchun 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. Ruchun confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Ruchun'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 Ruchun Ji
How much does it cost to hire Ruchun for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Ruchun walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Ruchun offer a free consultation?
Ruchun charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Ruchun's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Ruchun'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. Ruchun gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Ruchun take my case if I'm outside Palo Alto?
Ruchun 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 — Ruchun 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 Ruchun?
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. Ruchun will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Ruchun accepting new business clients right now?
Ruchun'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 Palo Alto, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Ruchun handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- 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
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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