Atty. Robert A. Prentice
Robert A. Prentice is a lawyer practicing construction litigation, alternative dispute resolution, mediation and 8 other areas of law.
Alternative Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 55+ Years Experience
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About Robert A. Prentice at a Glance
Robert A. Prentice is an Of Counsel based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Duane Morris LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on contracts, construction, litigation, government, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1971), Massachusetts (1976), Pennsylvania (1977), and District of Columbia U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania U.S. District Cour (1988). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D. Harvard, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Activities •American Bar Association •Pennsylvania Bar Association •Philadelphia Bar Association - Chairman, Real Property Section -- Former Chair, Construction Law Committee. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert A. Prentice
- Robert A. Prentice is a lawyer practicing construction litigation, alternative dispute resolution, mediation and 8 other areas of law
- Robert has been licensed for 55 years
- Robert practices at Duane Morris LLP in Philadelphia, PA
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Robert A. Prentice's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert A. Prentice handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Contracts in Philadelphia
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Construction Law in Philadelphia
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Civil Litigation in Philadelphia
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert A. Prentice is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Government & Administrative Law in Philadelphia
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Robert A. Prentice is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Mediation & Arbitration in Philadelphia
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Robert A. Prentice is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia Choose Robert A. Prentice
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 Robert A. Prentice's practice in the field of contracts, construction, litigation, government, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert A. Prentice brings 55+ 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 New York, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania, Robert A. Prentice can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, construction, and litigation, Robert A. Prentice can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Robert A. Prentice 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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