Atty. John L. Runft
John L. Runft is a lawyer practicing business law, business litigation, corporate law and 7 other areas of law.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Boise, ID · 61+ Years Experience
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About John L. Runft at a Glance
John L. Runft is a Partner based in Boise, Idaho, practicing at Runft & Steele Law Offices, PLLC. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, business, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Idaho (1965), Idaho Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, District of Idaho (1965), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1970), and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at University of Chicago (J.D., 1965) and College of Idaho (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Idaho State Bar American Bar Association. Serves clients in Boise, ID and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John L. Runft
- John L. Runft is a lawyer practicing business law, business litigation, corporate law and 7 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from College of Idaho in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
- John practices at Runft & Steele Law Offices, PLLC in Boise, ID
Practice Areas Explained
John L. Runft's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John L. Runft handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boise.
Contracts in Boise
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Personal Injury in Boise
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
John L. Runft is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Idaho →
Business & Corporate Law in Boise
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John L. Runft is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Idaho →
Civil Litigation in Boise
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John L. Runft is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Idaho →
Government & Administrative Law in Boise
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
John L. Runft is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Idaho →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boise
Practicing law in Idaho. Legal matters in Idaho are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boise are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Idaho state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Idaho brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Idaho courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Boise Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boise-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Boise Choose John L. Runft
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John L. Runft's practice in the field of contracts, personal injury, business, litigation, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John L. Runft brings 61+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Idaho, Idaho Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, District of Idaho, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, John L. Runft can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, personal injury, and business, John L. Runft can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boise
A Boise-based practice means John L. Runft attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues John L. Runft Handles in Boise
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John L. Runft directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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