LAWYER PROFILE

Karl Rutledge

USA 2026

Womble Bond Dickinson (US)

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Sports Law: Esports

USA - Nationwide

4 years ranked

Gaming & Licensing

Nevada

6 years ranked

Gaming & Licensing

USA - Nationwide

8 years ranked

About

Provided by Womble Bond Dickinson (US)

Practice Areas

Gaming

Interactive Gaming

International Business Services

Real Estate and Development Projects

Sweepstakes and Promotions

Liquor Law

Career

Karl Rutledge focuses on land-based and Internet gaming as well as promotional marketing, with a particular emphasis on eSports, skill-based contests, sports betting, social gaming, sweepstakes, official rules, and terms and conditions. In his practice, Karl helps established and emerging gaming companies operate legally in the U.S. under state and federal gaming and sweepstakes laws. Karl also serves as an ongoing advocate for his clients and their gaming interests. He often interfaces with gaming regulators, social media platforms, advertisers, and payment processors to present his clients' positions on why their operations are lawful.

Karl is an adjunct professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration, where he teaches "Gaming Industry Regulation." He is also an accomplished speaker and author, and previously served as Chair of the Gaming Law Committee of the American Bar Association Business Law Section.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Guide to the USA

Sports Law: Esports - USA - Nationwide

Band 1

Individual Editorial

Karl Rutledge of Womble Bond Dickinson specializes in gaming, promotional marketing and esports, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws. He advocates for clients and navigates negotiations with regulators and other stakeholders.

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Gaming & Licensing - Nevada

Band 2

Individual Editorial

Karl Rutledge is the managing partner of the firm's Nevada office. He advises on both land-based and online gaming matters ranging from sweepstakes and sports betting to skill-based contests and e-sports. He also works with clients on promotional marketing regulations.

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Gaming & Licensing - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

Individual Editorial

Former chair of the firm's commercial gaming group and currently managing partner of their Nevada offices, Karl Rutledge regularly handles traditional gaming matters for established and startup companies. He is commended for his work in online gaming and fantasy sports. His experience includes representing clients before regulatory bodies.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Karl is a go-to expert in this space. The advice he gives is very thoughtful and accurate.
Gaming & LicensingChambers Guide to the USA
Karl is a go-to expert in the space; he is a lifesaver. I don't have to think about the advice he give; it is very thoughtful, driven and accurate for compliance.
Gaming & LicensingChambers Guide to the USA