Atty. Bob Collie

Atty. Bob Collie

Bob Collie serves as bond, disclosure, and underwriters’ counsel in tax-exempt bond transactions for clients including cities, counties, school districts, and special authorities throughout Texas. He has also worked on education, transportation, utility, aviation, port, convention center, and sports facility financings.

Houston Houston 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Bob Collie at a glance

Bob Collie is an Of Counsel based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on government. Admitted to practice in Texas (1972). Educated at University of Texas at Austin (J.D., 1972) and University of Texas at Austin (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional & Community Involvement •Director, Sanders Morris Harris Group, Inc and (now Edelman Financial), 2004-2007 •Director, Daniel and Edith Ripley Foundation, 1990-Present •Trustee, Kinkaid Endowment Fund, 1990-2008 •Trustee, The Kinkaid School, 1989-1977 •Member of various boards, Memorial Hermann Hospital System. Serands clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Bob Collie serves as bond, disclosure, and underwriters’ counsel in tax-exempt bond transactions for clients including cities, counties, school districts, and special authorities throughout Texas
  • He has also worked on education, transportation, utility, aviation, port, convention center, and sports facility financings
  • Bob draws on his experience as City Attorney of Houston to represent local governments as special counsel in joint public/private development, election, redistricting, and annexation matters
  • He has been involved in many local political races and advises candidates and officeholders on various public meetings, open records, and ethics issues, as well as the laws governing political contributions
  • Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades •Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Public Finance Law, 1993-2026

Practice Areas Explained

Bob Collie's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bob Collie

Where is Bob Collie's law office located?
Bob Collie's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bob Collie handle?
Bob Collie focuses on government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Bob Collie practiced law?
Bob Collie has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Bob Collie go to law school?
Bob Collie earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Bob Collie for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Bob Collie received?
Bob Collie's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1972
B.A.
University of Texas at Austin
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Texas
Admitted: 1972

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