Robert Paul Rutter
About Robert
Biography
Bob represents policyholders only. Never insurance companies. He is a Board Certfield Specialist in Insurance Coverage Law, and represents policyholders in fire, water, wind, life, disability, and casualty insurance matters.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Fees and Rates
Cost
15%-40%
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Licensed in Ohio for 46 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 1979
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 29 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Rutter & Russin, LLC
1 Summit Ofc Park #650, 4700 Rockside Rd, Cleveland, OH, 44131
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Robert Paul Rutter's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 28, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Disability (case type)
Very thorough and competent. Familiarized himself with facts of the case and opposing party's position before offering any opinion or strategy. Secure enough with his expertise to seek clarification/consultation from outside the office if necessary (as with accounting with my case!) Highly recommende...
Posted by Pam | April 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Homeowner's savior
Mr. Rutter represented me against one of the major insurance companies after I suffered a house fire and was successful in getting me what I deserved. He has been supportive, fair and most of all an expert in homeowner's insurance claims. He's the best!
Robert Paul Rutter's Lawyer Endorsements
Consumer protection lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Super Lawyer, Insurance Coverage, Super Lawyers
2017
Best Lawyers In America, Insurance Law, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Top 50 List in Cleveland, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 100 List in Ohio, Super Lawyers
2016
Certified Specialist in Insurance Coverage Law, Ohio State Bar Association
2016
Cleveland Insurance Law "Lawyer of the Year", Best Lawyers
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1991 - Present
Member, Rutter & Russin, LLC
Associations
2010 - Present
International Association of Arson Investigators, Ohio ChapterMember
2010 - Present
National Association of Public Insurance AdjustersAssociate Member
2009 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Cleveland Metropolitan Bar AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Cleveland Academy of Trial AttorneysMember
1990 - Present
Ohio Association for JusticeMember
Sponsor
2009 - 2014
Ohio State Bar AssociationChairman, Insurance Coverage Specialization Committee
Education
1979
J.D
1975
B.S
Speaking Engagements
2015
"Interpreting Insurance Policies for Fun and Success: How to Find Ambiguity in Insurance Policies Using Grammar Rules You Ignored in High School”
2015
“Bad Faith Strategies and Tactics: Do Bad Faith Allegations Move the Needle?”
2015
"Presenting Evidence of Consequential and Punitive Damages"
2014
"Conditions and Exclusions: When is a Property Vacant?"
2013
"Professional Liability Claims Against Independent Adjusters and Public Adjusters: What you Need to Know"
2012
"Bifurcation Issues in Bad Faith Litigation"
2011
"Developments in Insurance Coverage Litigation"
2011
"Insurance Agent Liability"
2011
"Issues in Insurance Bad Faith Litigation"
2009
"Homeowners Insurance Coverage"
2009
"Insured's Cooperation and Duties - How to Prevent a Problem"
2008
"Fire and Property Insurance"
2008
"Bad Faith Update: Is There Life After Tort Reform?"
Publications
2015
2014
2004
1995
1993
1987
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Can I sue my husbands employer ? If yes, what type of lawyer do I contact?
19 Jan 2018
Should I sue my homeowners insurance for not paying policy due to arson not caused by myself, the home owner.
01 Mar 2017
Do my minor child have to preform and examinations under oath in a insurance claim
15 Oct 2015