Ruben Law Firm

Ruben Law Firm stands as a respected, full-service law practice in Dundalk, Maryland with additional offices in Glen Burnie, Columbia, Westminster, and the Eastern Shore. Founded in 1991 and led by David L. Ruben, the firm has spent over 30 years building a reputation for aggressive but reasonable legal representation in family law, personal injury, bankruptcy, criminal defense, and estate planning. With over 27 years of continuous legal practice and numerous recognitions for excellence, David Ruben and his team offer comprehensive legal services to families and individuals throughout the greater Baltimore region.

David L. Ruben is a native of Silver Spring, Maryland who has made the Maryland legal system his professional home. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Baltimore School of Law and was admitted to the Maryland Bar in 1991, marking the beginning of a legal career now spanning 27+ years. During his law school years and continuing throughout his legal practice, David has maintained deep connections to Maryland legal practice and the Maryland community. His decision to establish his firm in Maryland rather than relocating to pursue larger firm opportunities reflects his commitment to serving the Maryland community.

David has been recognized as a Super Lawyer from 2017 through 2026—a ten-year continuous designation reflecting sustained professional excellence. Super Lawyers recognition requires meeting stringent criteria based on professional achievement and peer recognition, and the fact that David has maintained this recognition for a decade signals consistent, sustained excellence in his legal practice. Additionally, David has been selected as a Maryland Top Lawyer on multiple occasions, reflecting recognition from the business community and legal profession of his legal accomplishments and professional standing.

Ruben Law Firm's family law practice represents a cornerstone of David's work. With over 30 years of experience handling Maryland family law cases, the firm has achieved status as one of the top family law practices in the region. David and his team provide representation in divorce, custody disputes, support determinations, prenuptial agreements, and related family law matters. The firm's approach is characterized as "aggressive but reasonable and affordable"—reflecting a commitment to vigorous client advocacy while maintaining professional ethics, avoiding unnecessary litigation expense, and ensuring quality legal representation remains accessible to families of varying economic circumstances.

The firm's divorce representation covers the full spectrum of family law issues. The firm handles contested divorces where spouses fundamentally disagree about key issues, preparing cases for litigation and representing clients vigorously before judges. The firm also handles uncontested divorces where spouses have reached agreement, streamlining the process and reducing costs and emotional toll. This flexibility in service delivery acknowledges that different families have different circumstances and divorce experiences.

Child custody and visitation matters receive particular care and attention. The firm understands that custody determinations profoundly affect children's lives and parent-child relationships. Rather than viewing custody purely as litigation to be won at any cost, the firm works with clients to develop arrangements that serve children's welfare while respecting both parents' legitimate interests in maintaining meaningful contact and relationships. Child support calculations receive meticulous attention to ensure accuracy under Maryland law and fairness to all involved.

Spousal support (alimony) determinations require sophisticated financial analysis and understanding of Maryland family law. The firm's experience navigating these complex determinations enables effective representation for both obligors and obligees. Prenuptial agreements receive careful drafting to ensure they meet legal requirements and achieve couples' intentions, helping couples understand their rights and plan for their futures.

Beyond family law, Ruben Law Firm maintains substantial practice in bankruptcy, particularly consumer bankruptcy. David's experience navigating both family law and bankruptcy matters enables comprehensive representation for clients facing these intersecting challenges. Estate planning and probate services reflect recognition that family law frequently intersects with estate planning, particularly for families with minor children or previous family relationships. Personal injury representation and criminal defense round out the firm's practice areas, demonstrating David's broad legal knowledge and commitment to serving clients across diverse legal needs.

What distinguishes Ruben Law Firm is David's 27+ years of continuous legal practice in Maryland, his recognition as a Super Lawyer for ten consecutive years, his multiple Maryland Top Lawyer designations, and his commitment to providing aggressive but reasonable, affordable representation. David's decision to maintain an independent practice rather than joining a larger firm reflects his commitment to community service and client-centered representation.

The firm's multiple office locations—Dundalk, Glen Burnie, Columbia, Westminster, and the Eastern Shore—reflect David's commitment to making legal representation geographically accessible to families and individuals throughout Maryland. This multi-location presence enables the firm to serve clients throughout the greater Baltimore region and beyond with convenient, accessible legal services.

Clients consistently praise David for his professionalism, accessibility, and commitment to achieving positive outcomes while maintaining affordable fees. His unparalleled accessibility—a value consistently mentioned in testimonials—means clients can actually communicate with their attorney and receive timely guidance on developing legal issues. This hands-on approach combined with his substantial legal expertise and 27+ years of experience creates exceptional value for clients.

For families in Dundalk, Glen Burnie, Columbia, Westminster, and throughout Maryland seeking family law representation from an attorney with 27+ years of practice experience, Super Lawyer recognition for ten consecutive years, multiple Maryland Top Lawyer designations, and genuine commitment to aggressive but reasonable, affordable representation, Ruben Law Firm offers exceptional representation. David Ruben's decades of legal practice, professional recognition, accessibility, and commitment to the Maryland community make him an outstanding choice for anyone navigating family law, bankruptcy, or other legal challenges in Maryland.