Gerritt Adrian Rutgers

Gerritt Adrian Rutgers

5.0
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 35 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Redwood City, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile

600 Allerton St., Ste. 200, Redwood City, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 35 years

State: California

Acquired: 1990

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Law Offices of Gerritt Adrian Rutgers

600 Allerton St., Ste. 200, Redwood City, CA, 94063

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6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Seante | July 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Undoubted Loyalty from the start to the finish

My son was arrested as a juvenile (charged as an adult) and faced 2 Life sentences, for crimes he never committed. Mr. Rutgers showed us utmost respect, loyalty and faith that was unexpected due to our experience with attorneys in San Mateo County. Throughout or case Mr. Rutgers never let us down, he... was on top of everything and handled things in a timely fashion. From the start Mr. Rutgers believed in my sons innocence. My sons case exceeded a very stressful 9 months and due to my sons impatience, when the district attorney offered a plea bargain a number of factors caused his desire to accept the deal. Nonetheless, Mr. Rutgers did not allow it, and the case continued and finally "DISMISSED" for reasons I am unable to state. Mr.Rutkers conveys a high level of professionalism that is unmatched. With his no nonsense demeanor and keen sense of the law, without a doubt Mr. Rutgers definitely is "the man." I highly recommend Mr.Rutgers for any serious and/or difficult case that one may be faced with. Give him a call and listen to his advice. Mr. Rutgers can show you better than I can tell you for sure.

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"Gerritt is widely recognized as one of the finest criminal defense lawyers in San Mateo County. He is hardworking, experienced and fights like hell for each of his clients. He is a no-nonsense attorney who takes cases to jury trial and WINS on a regular basis. If you're looking for a compassionate, hand-holding lawyer who will make you feel good about your case no matter how bad the facts are, there are plenty of sweet but less-effective lawyers who will gladly take your money. If you are facing criminal charges and need a true advocate who will protect your rights, make your goal his own and obtain the best possible outcome, hire Gerritt. You won't get a better result with any other lawyer, period. "

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Lead Counsel Rated, Thomson Reuters

2016

Certified Specialist - Criminal Law, State Bar of California

2011

Certified Specialist - Criminal Law, State Bar of California

2006

Certified Specialist - Criminal Law, State Bar of California

2005

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2001

Certified Specialist - Criminal Law, State Bar of California

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Owner, Gerritt A. Rutgers. Attorney At Law

1989 - 1995

Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Los Angeles County Public Defender's Office

Associations

2017 - Present

San Mateo County Private Defender Committee

Board Member

1995 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1995 - Present

San Mateo County Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

San Mateo County Private Defender Program

Member

1990 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

2000 - 2002

San Mateo County Private Defender Committee

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Shoplifting

Dismissed

Kidnapping and Robbery

Case returned to juvenile delinquency court.

Two Counts of Kidnapping for Purpose of Robbery

Dismissed

Solicitation

Reduced Charge and Small Fine

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Education

1989

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of the Pacific

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Continuing Education of the Bar Digitizing Your Legal Practice

2007

Continuing Education of the Bar Defending Gang Cases
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