King & Ruiz LLP
About King & Ruiz LLP
King & Ruiz LLP is a leading law firm represented in the Best Lawyers® Awards by Stephen R. Halpin, acknowledged for work in Civil Rights Law, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Litigation - Securities, and Securities Regulation.
The firm's tenure with Best Lawyers began in 2023. Recognition through the Purely Peer Review® process reflects how colleagues in their field view the quality of the lawyer’s work and the contribution they make within their practice area and region. It also speaks to the strength of the team at King & Ruiz LLP.
These honors come directly from peer feedback, reflecting the strong regard other leading attorneys have for King & Ruiz LLP's skill, advocacy, and commitment to clients.
Office Locations:
- Miami, Florida
- New York, New York
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Recognized Lawyer at King & Ruiz LLP
Stephen R. Halpin III is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Civil Rights Law, Commercial Litigation, Criminal Defense: General Practice, Criminal Defense: White-Collar, Litigation - Securities and Securities Regulation. Stephen R., who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Stephen R. is held by other top lawyers in the same geograp...
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