Atty. John J. Ruskin

Atty. John J. Ruskin

Mr. John J.

New Orleans New Orleans 42 yrs experience 42 year
Call (504) 552-8724 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John J. Ruskin at a glance

John J. Ruskin is a criminal defense, business, litigation, and insurance attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1984) and U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana (1985). Educated at Tulane University (J.D., 1984) and Tulane University (B.S. Tulane, 1978). Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John J. Ruskin is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, commercial litigation, criminal law
  • John J. received a B.S. degree from Tulane University in 1978, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • John J. practices in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

John J. Ruskin's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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

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Insurance Law

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John J. Ruskin is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John J. Ruskin

Where is John J. Ruskin's law office located?
John J. Ruskin's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John J. Ruskin handle?
John J. Ruskin focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has John J. Ruskin practiced law?
John J. Ruskin has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did John J. Ruskin go to law school?
John J. Ruskin earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S. Tulane, 1978).
How can I contact John J. Ruskin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Tulane University
- 1984
B.S. Tulane
Tulane University
- 1978

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1985

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