John A. Butzer

John A. Butzer is an associate attorney in the Public Law Group at Gust Rosenfeld. His practice focuses on education law, municipal law, and employment law, where he advises public entities and organizations on a variety of legal matters. John assists clients with regulatory compliance, employment issues, and governance concerns affecting schools, municipalities, and public institutions. Through thoughtful legal analysis and practical guidance, he helps clients address complex legal challenges while supporting effective operations.

John earned his J.D., cum laude, from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University. He received his B.A. in Political Science, summa cum laude, from California State University, Channel Islands. During law school, he was inducted into the Order of Barristers for excellence in oral advocacy and legal writing. He also served as a Note and Comment Editor for the Arizona State Law Journal and worked as a teaching assistant for a first-year legal writing course.

Early in his legal career, John gained valuable experience through judicial clerkships and legal internships. He served as a judicial law clerk for Justice James P. Beene of the Arizona Supreme Court and for Judge Susan M. Brnovich of the United States District Court. These clerkships provided him with insight into appellate and federal court procedures and strengthened his legal research, writing, and case analysis skills.

John A. Butzer’s legal work focuses on helping public institutions navigate complex legal frameworks and policy requirements. His background in public law and education law allows him to assist clients with employment issues, administrative matters, and regulatory compliance. By combining careful legal research with practical problem-solving, he supports public organizations in resolving disputes and making informed legal decisions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Associate Attorney, Gust Rosenfeld P.L.C.
• Member, State Bar of Arizona

Licensed State

• Arizona

Education

• Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, Arizona State University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• California State University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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