About Doug

Doug has practiced law in NW Ohio for almost 28 years, and handled cases in 18 different counties.  He's also practiced in federal court in Toledo, OH and Grand Rapids, MI and is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court.

Doug is a father of three, an Eagle Scout, and the father of three Eagle Scouts—Tyler, Holden, and Carys. He's a lifelong scouter and leader who strongly believes in the Scout Oath's "duty to God and Country."  Doug's wife Lisa, a kindergarten teacher, also has been a 4H advisor, youth coach and youth music director. The Rucks have a special passion and concern for youth as evidenced by their many youth-focused community activities.

Doug enjoys running, hiking, and spending time outdoors.

Doug and his family, his children in BGSU in marching band uniforms holding brass instruments, his wife wearing sunglasses and a white jacket, and Doug in an orange hoodie, all smiling at the camera.
Doug and his children standing outdoors after a race, wearing race medals and bibs. All dressed in athletic gear suitable for cold weather, with trees and overcast sky in the background.
Doug with his sons at an event
Dog and his daughter dressed in costumes resembling a piece of toast and an avocado for a Turkey Trot race, on a partly cloudy day in a park.
Doug with his dog

Education  

  • Eastwood High School "Diploma of Distinction" (1987)

  • BGSU - BS in Biology (1993)

  • University of Toledo College of Law - Juris Doctor cum laude (1997)

Legal Credentials

Admitted to:

  • The Ohio Bar (1998)

  • United States District Court Northern District of Ohio

    • Northern District of Ohio (1998)

    • Western District of Michigan (2007)

  • Western District of MI (2007)

  • United States Supreme Court (2015)

Professional and Community Affiliations

Wood County Bar Association

  • President 2004

  • Past Member Certified Grievance Committee

  • Past Member Wood County Law Library Board

Ohio State Bar Association

  • Member since 1998

  • Served on Council of Delegates
    Recipient of the District 3 Community Service Award for Lawyers Under 40

  • OSBA Foundation Life Member

  • Member of the Fellows Class of 2008

Elected and Appointed Positions

  • Served on Wood County Republican Central Committee

  • Served on Wood County Board of Elections

Scouting

  • Eagle Scout

  • Father of 3 Eagle Scouts

  • Assistant Scoutmaster and Scoutmaster for 20 plus years

  • Received Wood District "WOODY" Award

Eastwood Mock Trial Team Legal Advisor

Mock Trial Judge

Bowling Green Kiwanian

Fork’s Conservation Club

Past Board Member of Otterbein Portage Valley Retirement Community

Past Board Member, Eastwood Education Foundation

Past Founding Board Member Wood-Henry Sportsmen’s Alliance

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