Atty. John R. Sutton

Atty. John R. Sutton

John R. Sutton, a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, has practiced law in the Miami area since 1972.

South Miami South Miami 54 yrs experience 54 year
Call (305) 939-5465 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John R. Sutton at a glance

John R. Sutton is a Member based in South Miami, Florida, practicing at Sutton Law Group, P.A.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (1972), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1978), and U.S. Supreme Court (1981). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1972) and Gettysburg College (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dade County and American Bar Associations Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers American Trial Lawyers Association The Florida Bar. Serands clients in South Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John R. Sutton, a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, has practiced law in the Miami area since 1972
  • Mr. Sutton is among the fewer than 7% of Florida attorneys who are Board Certified
  • This means Mr. Sutton has taken and passed additional exams, submitted his cases for review and received positive references from both judges and other attorneys
  • Mr. Sutton has been Certified since 1985

Practice Areas Explained

John R. Sutton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John R. Sutton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

John R. Sutton is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in South Miami are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John R. Sutton

Where is John R. Sutton's law office located?
John R. Sutton's law practice is located in South Miami, Florida. The firm is Sutton Law Group, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R. Sutton handle?
John R. Sutton focuses on personal injury, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has John R. Sutton practiced law?
John R. Sutton has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John R. Sutton go to law school?
John R. Sutton earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact John R. Sutton for a consultation?
You can contact John R. Sutton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John R. Sutton received?
John R. Sutton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami
- 1972
B.A.
Gettysburg College
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1992

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