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James F. Rutherford
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Biography
James F. Rutherford is a North Carolina native and graduate of the Michigan State University School of Law. He is genuinely passionate about advocating for the rights of the accused and guiding them through the criminal justice system. He is a highly rated attorney who earned an AV Preeminent® Rating by Martindale-Hubbell® for his legal ethics and talent and named a Super Lawyers® Rising Star™ from 2013-2015. James received certification as a criminal law specialist by the North Carolina State Bar in 2011 and is certified to administer standardized field sobriety tests.
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Licensed in North Carolina for 20 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2005
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James Rutherford, Attorney at Law
615 Princess St, Wilmington, NC, 28401-4131
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James F. Rutherford's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 16 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Joel | September 5, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Absolutely "THE BEST"
I was dealing with a horrible situation. The rest of my life on the line. The biggest thing I learned is to listen when he says hes got it...he has it. Not guilty all counts. Simply, absolutely, positively "THE BEST!!!!" I owe him more than I can ever repay.
Posted by Justin | April 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent!
James Rutherford is knowledgeable, kind and professional. Fantastic Lawyer! I can't recommend him more!
Posted by anonymous | February 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Academic Honor Code Case
James was careful and attentive, and worked with me to DISMISS charges relating to academic dishonesty that threatened my career. Would absolutely recommend to any other student who finds themselves in a similar scary situation.
Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Attorney!
Mr Rutherford was excellent! He listened, asked for additional details, was friendly, understanding, professional, efficient, and kept me informed each step of the way until my case was dismissed!
Posted by anonymous | August 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney
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Highly recommend
He was able to help me while I was in California and returned. He was highly recommended to me by my former attorney’s office that is now a judge. He was able to get my community service dropped and another charge. I still pleaded guilty but the sentence was reduced. Highly recommend
James F. Rutherford's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I've worked with James on two occasions where he handled the criminal aspects of an issue while I handled the civil aspects. He is an excellent attorney and I recomend him highly."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Criminal Law, North Carolina State Bar Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Principal Attorney, James Rutherford, Attorney at Law
2005 - 2015
Partner, Mason & Rutherford, Attorneys at Law
Associations
2005 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2016
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeMember
Education
2005
Michigan State University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
University of North Carolina – Wilmington
Languages
English