Atty. Robert A. Hingston

Atty. Robert A. Hingston

Council Member/Vice-Mayor, Village of Pinecrest, Florida, 1996-2006; Village of Pinecrest Planning and Zoning Board, 2008-2011, Chairman 2009-2011; Community Center Advisory Committee, 2011; Village Manager Search Committee, 2011. Co-Author: "Alternative Dispute Resolution," Chapter, Florida Construction Law and Practice, 2ed., The Florida Bar.

Coral Gables Coral Gables 52 Years Experience 52 year
Call (786) 607-8048 Email

Profile Summary

About Robert A. Hingston at a glance

Robert A. Hingston is a Member based in Coral Gables, Florida, practicing at Welbaum Guernsey. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, construction, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Florida (1974). Educated at University of Florida (J.D., 1974) and Ripon College (B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Coral Gables, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Council Member/Vice-Mayor, Village of Pinecrest, Florida, 1996-2006
  • Village of Pinecrest Planning and Zoning Board, 2008-2011, Chairman 2009-2011
  • Community Center Advisory Committee, 2011
  • Village Manager Search Committee, 2011

Co-Author

  • "Alternative Dispute Resolution," Chapter, Florida Construction Law and Practice, 2ed., The Florida Bar
  • Co-Author and Lecturer: "Florida Construction Law: What Do You Do When.?
  • National Business Institute, 1993 and 1997
  • "Construction Payment Remedies in Florida," National Business Institute, 1999 and 2000
  • "Florida Law for Design Professionals," Lorman Educational Services, 2000 and 2001
  • "Construction Lien Law and Strategies in Florida," National Business Institute, 2001
  • "Construction Insurance, Bonding, and Liens in Florida," Lorman Educational Services, 2005 and 2006
  • "Understanding Structural Engineering for the Construction Industry in Florida," Lorman Educational Services, 2005
  • "Resolving Construction Disputes in Florida: Effective Use of Mediation, Arbitration, and Other Processes," National Business Institute, 2005
  • "Resolving Problems and Disputes on Construction Projects," National Business Institute, 2006
  • "Construction Change Orders," National Business Institute, 2007
  • Lecturer, "Basic Construction Law," The Florida Bar, 1992
  • Member, National Panel of Arbitrators (Construction), American Arbitration Association, 1982-
  • Named in Florida Super Lawyers, 2011

Practice Areas Explained

Robert A. Hingston's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Coral Gables 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 venue, and the substantive 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert A. Hingston

Where is Robert A. Hingston's law office located?
Robert A. Hingston's law practice is located in Coral Gables, Florida. The firm is Welbaum Guernsey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert A. Hingston handle?
Robert A. Hingston focuses on business, construction, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Robert A. Hingston practiced law?
Robert A. Hingston has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Robert A. Hingston go to law school?
Robert A. Hingston earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
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What awards or recognition has Robert A. Hingston received?
Robert A. Hingston's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Florida
- 1974
B.A.
Ripon College
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1974

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