Virginia Beach, VA
Born in Montgomery, West Virginia, on November 19, 1945, Mr. Ruloff’s journey into law was preceded by his service in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1968 to 1970, during which he received two Meritorious Promotions and a Meritorious Mast.
Having embarked on his journey as a real estate lawyer, Mr. Ruloff has not shied away from embracing challenging and unique cases that delve into human and constitutional rights. One notable instance was his appearance before the Supreme Court of Virginia in a case centered around Sovereign Immunity. Here, he ardently advocated that citizens’ rights should prevail over those of the Sovereign, urging for the abolition of Sovereign Immunity in Virginia.
A graduate of Washington & Lee University School of Law, Mr. Ruloff is licensed to practice in Virginia and the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia. His accolades include being listed in the Best Lawyers in America and the Best Lawyers Consumer Guide, along with an AV Preeminent rating in the Martindale-Hubbell. Moreover, he has been recognized as a Legal Elite by Virginia Business for his expertise in real estate and land use and has been honored as a Super Lawyer by the Virginia Super Lawyers Magazine.
Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Ruloff has left a significant mark in academia and legislative reform. Serving as an adjunct professor at Regent University School of Law, he imparted his knowledge on real estate law. Additionally, his involvement in rewriting the Mechanics Lien Laws in Virginia in 1992 played a pivotal role in resolving a crisis within the real estate industry, earning him special recognition from the Home Builders Association of Virginia.
Throughout his career, Mr. Ruloff has represented notable sports figures like Guillermo Vilas and Ion Tiriac. Presently, he serves as legal counsel to retired professional football player Dre Bly, a member of the St. Louis Rams Super Bowl Team in 2000.
Notably, Mr. Ruloff has dedicated his legal expertise to represent organizations committed to humanitarian causes, including Operation Smile and EQU-KIDS’. His advocacy extends to broader social issues, as evidenced by his role in championing marriage equality in Virginia, which earned him the prestigious Oliver White Hill Courageous Advocate award from the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association in 2015.
