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About the Firm
Firm History
Ruane Attorneys has been part of the criminal defense community since founding partner Jim Ruane first started as a public defender in 1978. Since that time, we have continued to expand and attract the most talented criminal defense attorneys in the state, known for their passion for the defense of their clients and innovation in legal theory and defenses. Since the founding of the firm in its current form in 2001, Ruane Attorneys has grown to have a national reputation as fearless fighters throughout our state.
Firm Timeline
The Firm is Founded
The firm is founded by Jim Ruane, then a partner at Bridgeport’s Gaston & Ruane, and Jay Ruane, then a private practitioner beginning to focus on DUI defense. They quickly add Krista Anroman as the primary paralegal to the team.
US Supreme Court
Attorneys Jim and Jay Ruane are admitted to the United States Supreme Court.
CCDLA President
Attorney Jim Ruane is elected the President of the Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.
Expansion North & East
Attorney Teresa DiNardi, a family friend, joins the firm. Teresa expands the southern Connecticut footprint of Ruane Attorneys and expands our DUI defense capabilities into the Hartford area as well as eastern Connecticut.
A New Homebase
Jim Ruane celebrates his 20th year of being a Certified Criminal Trial Specialist as the firm moves to its new headquarters in Shelton, Connecticut.
CCDLA President
Attorney Jay Ruane is elected the President of the Connecticut Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.
CT Law Tribune Lifetime Achievement
Attorney Jim Ruane receives the Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognizes veterans of the industry who have had a widespread positive impact on their colleagues, and have improved the practice of law. The award often encompasses aspects of all other honors, epitomizing true greatness.
The Future Begins
The firm begins expansion into additional locations throughout the state of Connecticut so that we can easily meet clients wherever they may be. We are continuing this expansion today.
US Supreme Court
Attorney Teresa DiNardi is admitted to argue in front of the United States Supreme Court.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Attorney Jim Ruane receives the CCDLA Lifetime Achievement Award for over 45 years of fighting for justice for his clients.