Atty. Gary C. Robb
Mr. Robb has obtained numerous record-breaking results on behalf of past clients, including the two highest jury verdicts in U.S. history for helicopter crash wrongful death, $350 million and $70 million , and the largest pre-trial settlement for an injury in a helicopter crash, $100 million which is also the largest pretrial settlement in U.S. history for a single plaintiff in a personal injury case.
Aviation Law & More Attorney · Serving Kansas City, MO · 45+ Years Experience
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About Gary C. Robb at a Glance
Gary C. Robb is a personal injury, product liability, and aviation attorney based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Robb & Robb LLC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981) and Missouri (1982). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1981) and University of Missouri – Kansas City (M.A., 1978). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serves clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gary C. Robb
- Mr. Robb has obtained numerous record-breaking results on behalf of past clients, including the two highest jury verdicts in U.S. history for helicopter crash wrongful death, $350 million and $70 million, and the largest pre-trial settlement for an injury in a helicopter crash, $100 million which is also the largest pretrial settlement in U.S. history for a single plaintiff in a personal injury case
- Mr. Robb is past President of the Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys (MATA)
- Mr. Robb has been selected by his peers as one of “The Best Lawyers In America,” which has come to be regarded by both the legal profession and the public as the definitive guide to legal excellence in the United States
- He has been a Board-Certified Civil Trial Lawyer since 1994
- He has served as Co-Chair of the Aviation Litigation Committee of the American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Litigation, and is Past Chair of the Aviation Section of the American Association for Justice (AAJ) (formerly ATLA)
- He has also served as Chair of AAJ’s Product Liability Section and of the Trial Evidence Committee of the ABA’s Section of Litigation
- Mr. Robb serves on the AAJ Board of Governors
- In 2010, Mr. Robb authored the book, Helicopter Crash Litigation, published by Lawyers & Judges Publishing Company
- The Second Edition of this acclaimed book was published in 2015
- In 2009, Forbes Magazine referred to Mr. Robb as “by far the most successful helicopter crash trial lawyer in the country.” Mr. Robb has authored numerous articles on trial technique, products liability, and aviation matters published in Trial Magazine Journal of Products Liability, National Law Journal, Journal of The Missouri Bar, Northwestern University Law Review, and has been General Editor of the Missouri Products Liability Handbook since 1984
- His writings have been cited by a number of courts and legal scholars throughout the United States
- Mr. Robb has received numerous honors and awards
- Most recently in 2014 Mr. Robb received the “Influential Appellate Advocate” award in the state of Missouri for his work on the successful appeal of a $52.5 million plane crash case
- In 2014 Mr. Robb was also the recipient of the Thomas G. Strong Trial Attorney Award for the Missouri attorney “who most exemplifies the qualities of Professionalism, Ethics, Character, and Courtroom Success.” Gary C. Robb is a Cum Laude graduate of The University of Michigan School of Law and has a Masters Degree in Economics
- In addition to his many trial successes, Mr. Robb is extremely active in professional legal organizations and is a sought-after speaker and prolific author
- Mr. Robb is one of only a handful of Plaintiffs’ trial lawyers nationwide to have obtained at least five (5) jury verdicts and five (5) settlements in personal injury or wrongful death cases in excess of $20 million
Practice Areas Explained
Gary C. Robb's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary C. Robb handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Kansas City.
Personal Injury in Kansas City
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.
Gary C. Robb is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →
Product Liability in Kansas City
Gary C. Robb is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Missouri →
Aviation Law in Kansas City
Aviation attorneys for aircraft accidents, FAA regulation, pilot defense, and aviation industry matters.
Gary C. Robb is one of 9,145 aviation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse aviation attorneys in Missouri →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Kansas City
Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Kansas City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Kansas City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Kansas City-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Kansas City Choose Gary C. Robb
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Gary C. Robb's practice in the field of personal injury, product liability, and aviation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gary C. Robb brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and Missouri, Gary C. Robb can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, product liability, and aviation, Gary C. Robb can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Kansas City
A Kansas City-based practice means Gary C. Robb attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Gary C. Robb Handles in Kansas City
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