Atty. John C. Rutherford

Atty. John C. Rutherford

Mr. John C.

Dallas Dallas 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About John C. Rutherford at a glance

John C. Rutherford is a Shareholder based in Dallas, Texas, practicing at Winstead PC. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Texas (1983). Educated at University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Texas at Austin (B.B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dallas Bar Association State Bar of Texas. Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John C. Rutherford is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities/mergers & acquisitions, business and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.B.A. degree from University of Texas at Austin in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • John practices at Winstead PC in Dallas, TX

Practice Areas Explained

John C. Rutherford's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

John C. Rutherford is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Texas →

Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John C. Rutherford

Where is John C. Rutherford's law office located?
John C. Rutherford's law practice is located in Dallas, Texas. The firm is Winstead PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John C. Rutherford handle?
John C. Rutherford focuses on business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has John C. Rutherford practiced law?
John C. Rutherford has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did John C. Rutherford go to law school?
John C. Rutherford earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.B.A., 1980).
How can I contact John C. Rutherford for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John C. Rutherford received?
John C. Rutherford's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas School of Law
- 1982
B.B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1983

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