Atty. Robert B Shanks
Robert B Shanks is a lawyer practicing international transactions, acquisitions, strategic alliances and 4 other areas of law. Robert received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years.
Acquisitions & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 49+ Years Experience
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About Robert B Shanks at a Glance
Robert B Shanks is a V.P. & Dep. Gen. Coun. based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and international. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia Virginia (1977) and U.S. Supreme Court (1982). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1975) and Brown University (A.B., 1972). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert B Shanks
- Robert B Shanks is a lawyer practicing international transactions, acquisitions, strategic alliances and 4 other areas of law
- Robert received a A.B. degree from Brown University in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Robert practices in Washington, DC
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Robert B Shanks's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert B Shanks handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Business & Corporate Law in Washington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert B Shanks is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in District of Columbia →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Washington
Robert B Shanks is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in District of Columbia →
International Law in Washington
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
Robert B Shanks is one of 39,787 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in District of Columbia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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 Washington Choose Robert B Shanks
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 B Shanks's practice in the field of business, m&a, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert B Shanks brings 49+ 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 District of Columbia Virginia and U.S. Supreme Court, Robert B Shanks can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and international, Robert B Shanks can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Robert B Shanks 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 Robert B Shanks Handles in Washington
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert B Shanks has experience with under District of Columbia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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