Please sign in or create a free account to schedule a consultation.
Atty. John R. Rutz

Atty. John R. Rutz

John R. Rutz is a lawyer practicing business/ commercial, estate planning/ probate/ wills, litigation and 1 other area of law.

Port Angeles Port Angeles 52 yrs experience 52 year
Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John R. Rutz at a glance

John R. Rutz is a Member based in Port Angeles, Washington, practicing at Johnson Rutz & Tassie. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Washington (1974). Educated at University of Washington (J.D., 1974) and Lewis and Clark College (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Clallam County, Washington State and American Bar Associations Washington State Trial Lawyers Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Port Angeles, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John R. Rutz is a lawyer practicing business/ commercial, estate planning/ probate/ wills, litigation and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from Lewis and Clark College in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices at Johnson Rutz & Tassie in Port Angeles, WA

Practice Areas Explained

John R. Rutz's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

John R. Rutz is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Washington →

Personal Injury

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 R. Rutz is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

John R. Rutz is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John R. Rutz is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

John R. Rutz is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →

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 Port Angeles 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.

Looking for additional Washington attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Port Angeles or all attorneys in Washington.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about John R. Rutz

Where is John R. Rutz's law office located?
John R. Rutz's law practice is located in Port Angeles, Washington. The firm is Johnson Rutz & Tassie. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John R. Rutz handle?
John R. Rutz focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has John R. Rutz practiced law?
John R. Rutz has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John R. Rutz go to law school?
John R. Rutz earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1971).
How can I contact John R. Rutz for a consultation?
You can contact John R. Rutz 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 John R. Rutz received?
John R. Rutz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Washington
- 1974
B.S.
Lewis and Clark College
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1974

Reviews

5.0
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.