Atty. David Arthur Rutherford

Atty. David Arthur Rutherford

David Arthur Rutherford is a lawyer practicing lawsuits & disputes, employment & labor, construction and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.C.E. degree from Auburn University in 1979, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Atlanta Atlanta 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About David Arthur Rutherford at a glance

David Arthur Rutherford is a Member based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Hobgood & Rutherford LLC. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1990) and Florida (1990). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Auburn University (B.C.E., 1979). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Arthur Rutherford is a lawyer practicing lawsuits & disputes, employment & labor, construction and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.C.E. degree from Auburn University in 1979, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • David practices at Hobgood & Rutherford LLC in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

David Arthur Rutherford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Arthur Rutherford handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

David Arthur Rutherford is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Georgia →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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

David Arthur Rutherford is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Georgia →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

David Arthur Rutherford is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Georgia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia 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 Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Arthur Rutherford

Where is David Arthur Rutherford's law office located?
David Arthur Rutherford's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Hobgood & Rutherford LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Arthur Rutherford handle?
David Arthur Rutherford focuses on employment, business, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has David Arthur Rutherford practiced law?
David Arthur Rutherford has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did David Arthur Rutherford go to law school?
David Arthur Rutherford earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.C.E., 1979).
How can I contact David Arthur Rutherford for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Arthur Rutherford received?
David Arthur Rutherford's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Emory University School of Law
- 1990
B.C.E.
Auburn University
- 1979

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1990
Florida
Admitted: 1990

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