Atty. Robert Cole Christenson

Atty. Robert Cole Christenson

Robert Cole Christenson is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, qualified and nonqualified retirement plans, profit sharing and defined contribution plans and 9 other areas of law. Robert received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University, Evanston, IL in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years.

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Profile Summary

About Robert Cole Christenson at a glance

Robert Cole Christenson is a Partner based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Fisher & Phillips LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on employment, securities, health care, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1974), Supreme Court of Illinois (1974), Georgia U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the (1985), and Georgia Supreme Court Georgia Court of Appeals (1985). Educated at Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Chicago, IL (J.D., 1974) and Northwestern University, Evanston, IL (B.S., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Activities Bob is a frequent speaker around the country on employee benefits issues, and he has been quoted in publications such as the Wall Street Journal , the Atlanta Journal & Constitution , and the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Bob has also been interviewed on national television programs such as 48 Hours, Dateline NBC and Court TV, and Bob also served as a Field Artillery, First Lieutenant XO, and FDO & Battery Commander in the Army from 1968-1971. Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Cole Christenson is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, qualified and nonqualified retirement plans, profit sharing and defined contribution plans and 9 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.S. degree from Northwestern University, Evanston, IL in 1968, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Robert practices at Fisher & Phillips LLP in Atlanta, GA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Cole Christenson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Cole Christenson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Securities Law

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Health Care Law

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Cole Christenson

Where is Robert Cole Christenson's law office located?
Robert Cole Christenson's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Fisher & Phillips LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Cole Christenson handle?
Robert Cole Christenson focuses on employment, securities, health care, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
How long has Robert Cole Christenson practiced law?
Robert Cole Christenson has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Robert Cole Christenson go to law school?
Robert Cole Christenson earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.S., 1968).
How can I contact Robert Cole Christenson for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Cole Christenson 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 Cole Christenson received?
Robert Cole Christenson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Chicago, IL
- 1974
B.S.
Northwestern University, Evanston, IL
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1974
Supreme Court of Illinois
Admitted: 1974
Georgia U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the
Admitted: 1985
Georgia Supreme Court Georgia Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1985

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