Atty. Robert C. Crabtree
Mr. Crabtree received his Bachelor of Arts degree with a double major in U.S.
Civil Trial Law & More Attorney · Serving Tallahassee, FL · 47+ Years Experience
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About Robert C. Crabtree at a Glance
Robert C. Crabtree is a Founder based in Tallahassee, Florida, practicing at Andrews, Crabtree, Knox & Longfellow, LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, real estate, construction, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Florida (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1985). Educated at Florida State University College of Law (J.D., 1979) and University of Virginia (B.A. U.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar Florida Defense Lawyers Association Defense Research Institute. Serves clients in Tallahassee, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert C. Crabtree
- Mr. Crabtree received his Bachelor of Arts degree with a double major in U.S
- History and U.S
- Government from the University of Virginia in 1976
- He received his Juris Doctorate degree with honors from the Florida State University College of Law in 1979
- Following his admission to The Florida Bar in 1979, Mr. Crabtree practiced law as an associate with Holland & Knight from 1979 to 1981
- He then joined Fuller, Johnson & Farrell, P.A. in 1981 as an associate, and in 1985 became a shareholder
- Mr. Crabtree continued in that position until March, 2000, when he became a founding partner of Andrews, Crabtree, Knox & Longfellow, LLP. Mr. Crabtree has extensive experience representing insureds, self-insureds, and insurers in the areas of toxic torts, environmental liability, construction defects, motor vehicle liability, premises liability, product liability and coverage disputes
- Mr. Crabtree has been board certified as a civil trial lawyer by The Florida Bar since 1988
- He is admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit, and all Florida Courts
- Other professional affiliations include: Defense Research Institute (DRI), Florida Defense Lawyers Association (FDLA), and Tallahassee Bar Association (TBA)
Practice Areas Explained
Robert C. Crabtree's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert C. Crabtree handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tallahassee.
Car Accidents in Tallahassee
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Tallahassee
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.
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Real Estate Law in Tallahassee
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Robert C. Crabtree is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →
Construction Law in Tallahassee
Robert C. Crabtree is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Florida →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in Tallahassee
Robert C. Crabtree is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tallahassee
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 Tallahassee 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.
Tallahassee Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tallahassee-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 Tallahassee Choose Robert C. Crabtree
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 C. Crabtree's practice in the field of car accidents, personal injury, real estate, construction, and slip & fall.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert C. Crabtree brings 47+ 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 Florida, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, Robert C. Crabtree can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, personal injury, and real estate, Robert C. Crabtree can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tallahassee
A Tallahassee-based practice means Robert C. Crabtree attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert C. Crabtree Handles in Tallahassee
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