John P Rutkowski

John P Rutkowski

3.9
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 30 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Punta Gorda, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

3941 Tamiami Trail, Suite 3157-211, Punta Gorda, FL

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Criminal Defense, Post Conviction Relief, Criminal Appeals, DUI, BUI, Traffic Offenses

31 years | 250 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 27 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1998

Emeritus

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 30 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1995

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 15 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2010

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

John P Rutkowski, Attorney at Law

3941 Tamiami Trail, Suite 3157-211, Punta Gorda, FL, 33950

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John P Rutkowski's Reviews

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3.9 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jay | October 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Only lawyer I would ever use!

John was very knowledgeable about my case and the out come. He made me feel reassured that he was going to do the best job he could for me and he did. Knowing that he knew all sides of the law from start to finish was very comforting. I have recommended him to other people in similar situations and I... would call him again in a heartbeat.

Posted by anonymous | September 08, 2011 | Criminal Defense

bench warrant

for almost 22 years i had an open bench warrant, these 22 years i had a lfe but was not living, being impressed by Mr Rutkowski's, website and track record of helping good people who blundered, i contacted Mr Rutkowski explained my situation, he immediately checked my background he noted it was an ol...d case, he could advocate on my behalf and I might not have to attend the hearing, but could not determine an outcome of the case, the conversation alone with Mr Rutkowski gave me a gut feeling, this attorney could be trusted and would do his best to help me, Mr Rutkowski as a defence attorney was the best decision I made in my entire life, the cases was called up and dismissed, I hold Mr Rutkowski in high regard and will recommend him to all good people who had a brush with the law and had been brushed off. thanks Mr Rutkowski. May God bless you more and God bless the USA

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John P Rutkowski's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jason Young

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 11

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"I endorse this lawyer. His contributions in this community demonstrate he is a knowledgeable and skilled advocate for his clients."

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Illon Fish

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Amanda O'Driscoll

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 22

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"I endorse this lawyer. He is an asset to the avvo community."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Samuel Di Matteo

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.I find john to be a very adept Attorney who really is looking out for his client's best interests."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Matisyahu Wolfberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Edelberg

General practice lawyer | Nov 01

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Rick

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Andrew Cole

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Friend

"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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Samuel Di Matteo

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

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 Bar

Member

1998 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

1995 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

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

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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

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