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Joseph E. Rupp
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Biography
Salt Lake City criminal defense lawyer Joseph Rupp began pursuing a life in the legal field after a successful 27-year career in the Marine Corps. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Utah S. J. Quinney College Of Law and interned at the Salt Lake Legal Defender Association. He also has a Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish from Weber State University and Master’s Degrees in International Studies and Diplomacy. When he is not with clients, Joseph proudly volunteers at the Veteran’s Legal Clinic. To learn more about the team at Collins Rupp, P.C., call their office today and schedule your consultation!
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Licensed in Utah for 8 years
State: Utah
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Location
Collins Rupp, P.C.
563 West 500 South, Suite 400, Bountiful, UT, 84010
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Character & Conduct
Posted by David | April 13, 2026
Not my cup of tea
Would not use treated victims family wrong ! And is not on top of getting things done in an appropriate time can’t even do paperwork or money on time !
Joseph E. Rupp's Lawyer Endorsements
"Joe cares deeply about people, about rights of the accused, and about the law. He is well known for his deep engagement and investigation of cases and his zealous advocacy. His clients are in good hands. I endorse his work."
"Joe is an incredibly competent, honest, and diligent attorney. As a retired Marine Corps Colonel, Joe is great with people and has an excellent courtroom presence."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Jonathan Rupp
General practice lawyer
Logan Collins
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
David T. Lewis Clinical Award, S. J. Quinney College of Law
2017
Outstanding Clinical Student Award, Clinical Legal Education Association
2016
Excellence for the Future Award, CALI
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Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, U.S. Marine Corps
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Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, U.S. Marine Corps
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Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, U.S. Marine Corps
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Air Medal – Individual Action, U.S. Marine Corps
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Air Medal – Strike/Flight, U.S. Marine Corps
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Meritorious Service Medal, U.S. Marine Corps
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Defense Meritorious Service Medal, U.S. Marine Corps
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Partner, Collins Rupp, P.C.
2017 - 2017
Family Law Internship, Fontenot Law
2016 - 2016
Criminal Defense Internship, Salt Lake Legal Defender Association
2015 - 2015
Immigration Law Internship, Holy Cross Ministries Immigration Law
1987 - 2014
Lieutenant Colonel, Aviator, Retired, United States Marine Corps
Associations
2017 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2017 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2017 - Present
Utah State BarMember
2016 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2016 - Present
Utah State Bar, Young Lawyers SectionMember
2014 - Present
Utah Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2014 - Present
Disabled American VeteransMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Metabolite DUI
DUI dismissed with prejudice
Retail Theft
Not Guilty
Education
2016
University of Utah S.J. Quinney College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Tufts University - Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy
MA - Masters
1993
Weber State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Veterans Legal Clinic
Volunteer Attorney
Publications
2026
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Blog
2026
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Testimonials
2026
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News and Press Releases
2006
Languages
Spanish
English