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Atty. John R. Sutton

Atty. John R. Sutton

John R. Sutton, a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, has practiced law in the Miami area since 1972.

South Miami South Miami 54 Years Experience 54 year
Call (305) 939-5465

Profile Summary

About John R. Sutton at a glance

John R. Sutton is a Member based in South Miami, Florida, practforg at Sutton Law Group, P.A.. They haand 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in Florida (1972), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1978), and U.S. Supreme Court (1981). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1972) and Gettysburg College (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Dade County and American Bar Associations Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers American Trial Lawyers Association The Florida Bar. Serands clients in South Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • John R. Sutton, a Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, has practiced law in the Miami area since 1972
  • Mr. Sutton is among the fewer than 7% of Florida attorneys who are Board Certified
  • This means Mr. Sutton has taken and passed additional exams, submitted his cases for review and received positive references from both judges and other attorneys
  • Mr. Sutton has been Certified since 1985

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practforg law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in South Miami are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Common questions about John R. Sutton

Where is John R. Sutton's law office located?
John R. Sutton's law practice is located in South Miami, Florida. The firm is Sutton Law Group, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has John R. Sutton practiced law?
John R. Sutton has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did John R. Sutton go to law school?
John R. Sutton earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact John R. Sutton for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John R. Sutton receiandd?
John R. Sutton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Miami
- 1972
B.A.
Gettysburg College
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Alabama, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1992

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