Atty. Robert Clive Chiles
Robert Clive Chiles is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law, insurance, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law. Robert received a degree from Brown University School of Engineering, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Admiralty and Maritime Law & More Attorney · Serving Palo Alto, CA · 53+ Years Experience
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About Robert Clive Chiles at a Glance
Robert Clive Chiles is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Chiles and Prochnow, LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business, construction, litigation, insurance, and maritime. Admitted to practice in California (1973). Educated at University of Santa Clara (J.D., 1967) and Brown University School of Engineering 1962-1964 University of California (A.B. Political, 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Clive Chiles
- Robert Clive Chiles is a lawyer practicing admiralty and maritime law, insurance, commercial litigation and 1 other area of law
- Robert received a degree from Brown University School of Engineering, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Robert practices at Chiles and Prochnow, LLP in Palo Alto, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Clive Chiles's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Clive Chiles handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Palo Alto.
Business & Corporate Law in Palo Alto
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Construction Law in Palo Alto
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Civil Litigation in Palo Alto
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Insurance Law in Palo Alto
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Maritime & Admiralty Law in Palo Alto
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Palo Alto
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Palo Alto are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Palo Alto Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Palo Alto-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 Palo Alto Choose Robert Clive Chiles
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 Clive Chiles's practice in the field of business, construction, litigation, insurance, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Clive Chiles brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, construction, and litigation, Robert Clive Chiles can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Palo Alto
A Palo Alto-based practice means Robert Clive Chiles 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 Clive Chiles Handles in Palo Alto
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