Stella M. Rugama

Associate

Stella Rugama combines her analytical critical thinking skills with a collaborative approach to assist clients in all aspects of litigation.

Stella’s practice encompasses a broad range of litigation topics, including employment disputes, food and agriculture matters, and trust and estate litigation. She recognizes clients’ challenges when navigating complex legal issues and works to help them attain their goals. During law school, Stella participated in the Civil Rights Clinic. Through this participation, Stella gained significant experience in client communications, complicated legal research, and drafting litigation documents. These skills allow Stella to be her client’s best advocate.

Professional, Community And Pro Bono Involvement

  • Sacramento County Bar Association, Litigation Section, 2024
  • UC Davis School of Law Civil Rights Clinic
  • KIND (Kids in Need of Defense), Volunteer Attorney

Honors & Rankings

  • Dean’s Merit Scholarship
  • UC Davis King Hall Public Service Law Program

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In her time outside the office, Stella enjoys trying out coffee shops throughout Sacramento and watching history documentaries. She is a voracious reader, reading dozens of books a year.

Professional, Community And Pro Bono Involvement

  • Sacramento County Bar Association, Litigation Section, 2024
  • UC Davis School of Law Civil Rights Clinic
  • KIND (Kids in Need of Defense), Volunteer Attorney

Honors & Rankings

  • Dean’s Merit Scholarship
  • UC Davis King Hall Public Service Law Program