About

As a general practice law firm, Ruyle & Sims is prepared to handle almost any client matter whether serving corporations, business owners, municipalities, farmers and individuals alike. The firm has earned a strong reputation for its abilities in plaintiff’s personal injury litigation and wrongful death cases, representing injured persons and families from Illinois and out of state. The firm represents business clients in matters involving business law, contracts, leases, agricultural law, employment law, real estate and other issues. Ruyle & Sims advises and represents individuals in matters involving estate planning and administration, family law, elder law, bankruptcy, real estate and other matters. The firm traces its roots back to 1966, when Ed Phelps and John Russell partnered up to practice law together. Little did either man know the tradition of service, commitment to community and lineage of distinction had been launched. Today, more than 40 years later, Ruyle & Sims continues to build upon that foundation of professionalism established by Edward Phelps and John Russell and is recognized as the preeminent law firm in Macoupin County and Southern Illinois. Our attorneys carry on the firm’s rich heritage and high standards, bringing a depth and breadth of legal know-how that is sought by clients throughout the country. For a consultation with a lawyer at Ruyle & Sims, call toll free 888-308-7536 or send the firm an email.