Atty. Douglas Marvin Rutherford

Atty. Douglas Marvin Rutherford

Mr. Douglas Marvin Rutherford is a lawyer practicing structured finance, derivatives, project finance and 2 other areas of law.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Marvin Rutherford at a glance

Douglas Marvin Rutherford is a Member based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Rutherford & Bechtold LLC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on securities and consumer. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1983), District of Columbia (1988), Minnesota (1998), and Colorado (2002). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Carleton College (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Douglas Marvin Rutherford is a lawyer practicing structured finance, derivatives, project finance and 2 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Douglas practices at Rutherford & Bechtold LLC in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Marvin Rutherford's Areas of Practice

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

Securities Law

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Consumer Protection

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas Marvin Rutherford

Where is Douglas Marvin Rutherford's law office located?
Douglas Marvin Rutherford's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Rutherford & Bechtold LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Marvin Rutherford handle?
Douglas Marvin Rutherford focuses on securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Douglas Marvin Rutherford practiced law?
Douglas Marvin Rutherford has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Douglas Marvin Rutherford go to law school?
Douglas Marvin Rutherford earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Douglas Marvin Rutherford for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas Marvin Rutherford 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 Douglas Marvin Rutherford received?
Douglas Marvin Rutherford's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1983
B.A.
Carleton College
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1983
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988
Minnesota
Admitted: 1998
Colorado
Admitted: 2002

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