Atty. Robert Alan Salerno

Atty. Robert Alan Salerno

Mr. Robert Alan Salerno is a lawyer practicing securities litigation, enforcement & white-collar defense, commercial litigation, white-collar defense and 8 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Alan Salerno at a glance

Robert Alan Salerno is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Morrison And Foerster Llp. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, white collar, whistleblower, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1990) and District of Columbia (1991). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1990) and Brown University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Robert Alan Salerno is a lawyer practicing securities litigation, enforcement & white-collar defense, commercial litigation, white-collar defense and 8 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Robert practices at Morrison & Foerster LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Alan Salerno's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Alan Salerno 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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White Collar Crimes

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Whistleblower & Retaliation

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Securities Law

Robert Alan Salerno is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Alan Salerno

Where is Robert Alan Salerno's law office located?
Robert Alan Salerno's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Morrison And Foerster Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Alan Salerno handle?
Robert Alan Salerno focuses on business, white collar, whistleblower, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Robert Alan Salerno practiced law?
Robert Alan Salerno has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Robert Alan Salerno go to law school?
Robert Alan Salerno earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Robert Alan Salerno for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Alan Salerno directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Robert Alan Salerno received?
Robert Alan Salerno's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1990
B.A.
Brown University
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1990
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1991

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