As an attorney at Cogan & Power, P.C., Miguel A. Ruiz represents clients in Chicago and throughout Illinois. He focuses his practice on personal injury law, specifically those cases that involve catastrophic injuries and wrongful death.In 1989, Mr. Ruiz received a Bachelor of Arts in English literature and Latin American history from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He went on to earn his law degree from the University of Wisconsin Law School in 1992.Mr. Ruiz is well-versed in the strategies defendants use, and he combines that knowledge with his strong background in tort defense. He is a skilled trial attorney who has a knack for delivering compelling closing arguments. Over his career, Mr. Ruiz has taken several significant cases to trial in state and federal courts.Though he is fierce in the courtroom, he is compassionate with clients. Mr. Ruiz understands the significant emotional, physical and financial challenges that a personal injury can create. He takes the time to understand his clients' position, and he uses that familiarity to create a strong case that clearly illustrates a defendant's culpability.Mr. Ruiz has lectured at the Loyola University Chicago School of Law and he serves as president of The Society of Trial Lawyers. Additionally, Mr. Ruiz holds memberships with the Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois, the State Bar of Wisconsin and the Illinois State Bar Association. Mr. Ruiz is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit.
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