On Monday, October 7, 2024, Wanda I. Rufin filed a petition for reinstatement to The Florida Bar in the Supreme Court of Florida. According to the petition, Rufin had been suspended from practicing law for one year by the court on September 7, 2023, due to violations involving fairness to opposing parties, dishonest conduct, and trust account rules.
The case is entitled “In the Matter of Wanda I Rufin.”
In the petition, Rufin details her income sources during the suspension period, which included social security, rental income, and prior legal work. She states that she resided at her Miami home and took care of her 16-year-old grandson during this time. Rufin performed 100 hours at a homeless shelter.
If reinstated, Rufin would like to resume practicing law. She asserts that she has met all requirements for reinstatement by showing remorse, fulfilling the criteria for readmission, and staying current on bar dues and legal education. Rufin did not have any arrests or applications for other licenses during her suspension.
The petition seeks to prove that Rufin has been financially responsible and argues she should regain her license to practice law in Florida.
The petition states:
“WHEREFORE, Petitioner prays that she be reinstated as a member in good standing of The Florida Bar.”
According to avvo.com, Ms. Rufin is a family attorney in Miami, Florida. She acquired her law license in Florida in 1999.
A copy of the original filing can be found here.
