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John P Rutkowski
About John
Biography
Retired deputy sheriff and former assistant state attorney helping good people in bad times.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Criminal Defense
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31 years | 250 cases
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Licensed in Georgia for 27 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 30 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 15 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
John P Rutkowski, Attorney at Law
3941 Tamiami Trail, Suite 3157-211, Punta Gorda, FL, 33950
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Posted by Kristina | October 19, 2017 | Divorce & Separation
Divorce and Custody
I hired John to represent my daughter and her 4 children in Divorce/Custody case. At first, he seemed interested but as time went on, a very short period of time, she could see clearly that he was not all that interested. In the short period of time he was her attorney - an abusive husband who flew...
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Replied last October 19, 2017This was a very contentious and stressful divorce for the parties. My client ended up hiring a firing four attorneys over the course of the litigation. I wish I could have gotten her full custody, however, Equal Custody Trumps Long Commute to School Brian Vertz April 12, 2015 Child Custody, Court Decisions When one parent moves to a new neighborhood after having equal shared custody, the move might cause a longer commute time for a children traveling to and from school. In a recent published decision, the Superior Court of Pennsylvania considered whether it was reasonable to shift primary custody to one parent in order to limit the child’s commuting time. In R.S. v. T.T., 2015 Pa. Super. 72 (April 10, 2015), the mother of a 6 year old child was awarded primary custody because equally shared custody would require the child to commute up to 40 minutes to and from school if he stayed with Father during the week. Both parents agreed that a shared custody schedule would require the child to spend too much time riding back and forth in a car. Mother testified that a shared custody schedule had become impractical when the child start to attend full day elementary school, as it would prevent the child from establishing predictable routines and establishing roots. The trial court agreed, holding that the commuting would undermine the child’s stability. The Superior Court disagreed, overturning the trial court’s decision. First, the Court noted that Mother and Father had not agreed to terminate the shared custody arrangement in order to avoid commuting. Next, the Court held that a child’s attachment to his parent was more important than avoidance of a 40 minute daily commute. The Court even suggested a week on/week off custody schedule to minimize the number of weekly custody exchanges. The Court also emphasize the importance of considering all ramifications stemming from a change in the custody arrangement. Finding that the trial court had not adequately considering the potential damage to the child’s relationship with his father, the Superior Court vacated the order.
Posted by Lauren | June 20, 2011 | DUI & DWI
Fantastic Lawyer
John was an incredible lawyer. My fiance and I hired him for 2 - 10 year old dui cases and a possession case. After dealing with a lawyer that made my fiance and I feel like morons that didn't deserve his time he was a breath of fresh air. He took as much time as necessary to explain things to us to ...
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"John is an excellent criminal defense attorney who cares about his clients. He is an active member of the AVVO community and I would reccomend him to any client seeking criminal representation."
"I met John while volunteering with Wills for Heroes (wills for first responders) and have met with him from time to time as he works in the criminal courts in Philadelphia. He is a diligent and artful practitioner of criminal defense and his substantial background in law enforcement helps him, and his clients, navigate the criminal justice system. I strongly recommend John."
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Experience
Honors
1984
Meritorious Service Award, Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Attorney, Criminal Defense Attorney
1995 - 2007
Assistant State Attorney, Office of the State Attorney, 5th Judicial Circuit of FL
1980 - 1995
Deputy Sheriff, Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
Associations
2010 - Present
Pennsylvania BarMember
1998 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
1995 - Present
Florida BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Attempt Murder
Not Guilty All Charges After Jury Trial
DUI
Dismissed after completing ARD
Robbery, Aggravated Assault
Dismissed at Premliminary Hearing
Possession with Intent to Deliver (PWID)
Dismissed at preliminary hearing
Burglary, Reciving Stolen Property
Dismissed Lack of Evidence
Sex Crime
Not Guilty after trial
Education
1995
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
JD - Juris Doctor, Deans List
1990
St Leo University
BA - Bachelor of Arts Cum Laude
1978
PA National Guard Military Academy
Commissioned Second Lieutenant
Publications
2018
HG.org Global Legal Resources
Search and Seizure
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I get a no contest conviction expunged?
13 Jan 2019
Q&A
If I get ror for my new charges while on probation will that violate me?
14 Jan 2019
Q&A
I gave a statement to the police which was considered domestic violence? I had taken my prescribed medication and don't recall t
15 Aug 2018
Legal Guides
Video Legal Guide
What is the criminal court procedure in Florida
08 Jul 2018
Video Legal Guide
What is statutory rape
15 Jun 2018
Video Legal Guide
What is sexual battery
15 Jun 2018