About Kim Michelle
Kim Michelle Ruder is a private damage attorney based in Norcross, Georgia. She is a founding partner at Dermer Appel Ruder, LLC, a firm that specialize in personal damage, medical negligence claims, nursing home abuse, and products liability cases. The firm is positioned at 708 Holcomb Bridge Road, Norcross, Georgia 30071. Kim earned her law degree (J.D.) from Mercer University Walter F — George School of Law in 2000, graduating cum laude. Prior to law program, she completed her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) on the University of Florida in 1997, additionally graduating cum laude.
After law program, Kim started her professional legal career at one of Atlanta's pinnacle insurance defense regulation companies. There, she represented large countrywide coverage firms, protecting entities such as trucking companies, commercial vehicle operators, developers, buying malls, theme parks, country clubs, safety contractors, nursing houses, and docs. In 2000, Kim was licensed to the State Bar of Georgia, where she remains an active active member. She is also licensed to practice earlier than the highest court of Georgia, the Georgia Court of Appeals, and the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Georgia.
Additionally, she is admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit and the United States Supreme Court. In 2016, Kim co-founded Dermer Appel Ruder, LLC, with companions Adam Appel and Stephen Dermer. The firm focuses on personal injury cases, including automobile accidents, trucking accidents, medical malpractice, elder abuse, and merchandise liability. Kim's knowledge as a defense attorney provides her with unique insights into the strategies employed by coverage firms, which she leverages to advocate for her clients.
Clients have praised Kim for her tenacity, professionalism, and commitment. One client famous, "Kim is tenacious, detail-oriented, professional, knowledgeable. Will work in your best interest." Another client shared, "She covered me in the entire process and worked tirelessly on my behalf." Kim is living in Roswell, Georgia, together with her husband and two young people. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her household, attending her children's sporting occasions, and playing tennis. For extra data or to book a consultation, you can touch Dermer Appel Ruder, LLC at (404) 892-8884 or visit their internet site at darlawllc.com.
