Atty. James J. Ruttler

Atty. James J. Ruttler

James J. Ruttler is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent/ trademark/ copyright.

Seattle Seattle 20 yrs experience 20 year
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About James J. Ruttler at a glance

James J. Ruttler is a Member based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Ruttler Law PLLC. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, and ip. Admitted to practice in Washington (2006) and Idaho (2018). Educated at Seattle University J.D. magna cum laude (—) and University of Washington B.A University of Washington Neurobiology (—). Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James J. Ruttler is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, patent/ trademark/ copyright
  • James received a degree from University of Washington, and has been licensed for 20 years
  • James practices at Ruttler Law PLLC in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

James J. Ruttler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James J. Ruttler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is James J. Ruttler's law office located?
James J. Ruttler's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Ruttler Law PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James J. Ruttler handle?
James J. Ruttler focuses on trademark, copyright, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has James J. Ruttler practiced law?
James J. Ruttler has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
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Education

Seattle University J.D. magna cum laude
- In Progress
University of Washington B.A University of Washington Neurobiology
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 2006
Idaho
Admitted: 2018

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