Atty. Robert D. Haws
Robert Haws, Chair of the firm’s Employment and Education Law Practice Groups, concentrates his practice on employment and education law, advising employers on the full range of challenges and opportunities arising from employees. Robert is an experienced litigator and legal counselor, having successfully represented clients before juries, state and federal judges, appellate courts, numerous government boards, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the United States Department of Labor, and the Attorney General’s office, as well as in a number of alternative dispute resolution formats.
Education Law & More Attorney · Serving Phoenix, AZ · 37+ Years Experience
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About Robert D. Haws at a Glance
Robert D. Haws is a Member based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Gust Rosenfeld P.L.C.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, education, and government. Admitted to practice in Arizona (1989), U.S. District Court, District of Arizona (1989), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1998), and Utah (1999). Educated at University of Utah (J.D. Finance, 1989) and University of Utah (B.S. Finance, 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of past chairman, Executive Committee, Professional Associations •State Bar of Arizona •Employment & Labor Law Section •Maricopa County Bar Association •Employment Law Section •American Bar Association •Arizona Council of School Attorneys. Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert D. Haws
- Robert Haws, Chair of the firm’s Employment and Education Law Practice Groups, concentrates his practice on employment and education law, advising employers on the full range of challenges and opportunities arising from employees
- Robert is an experienced litigator and legal counselor, having successfully represented clients before juries, state and federal judges, appellate courts, numerous government boards, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the United States Department of Labor, and the Attorney General’s office, as well as in a number of alternative dispute resolution formats
- Robert was recognized as one of Arizona’s Top100 Lawyers by AZ Business Magazine in 2020
- He was named by Best Lawyers as the 2022 and 2019 Education Law “Lawyer of the Year” in Phoenix and has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America for approximately the last 15 years in Labor and Employment, Employment Litigation, and Education Law
- He is AV Preeminent-rated by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards
- Mr. Haws also sits on the firm’s Executive Committee
- Legal Updates & Firm News Jan 10, 2025 - Legal Alerts 2024 Title IX Rules Blocked Aug 16, 2024 - General Gust Rosenfeld P.L.C
- Attorneys are once again Recognized as “Best Lawyers” and “Ones to Watch” in the 2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America Professional Recognition •The Best Lawyers in America, Education Law
- Employment Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment (2008-2025) •Lawyer of the Year Phoenix, Education Law (2019 and 2022) •Top 100 Attorneys in Arizona, AZ Business Magazine (2020) •Phoenix Magazine 2022 Top Lawyers - Education
- Labor & Employment Community Involvement •Southwest Tennis Foundation (member, Board of Directors) •University of Utah Alumni Association (past vice president, Arizona Chapter)
Practice Areas Explained
Robert D. Haws's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert D. Haws handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Phoenix.
Employment Law in Phoenix
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Robert D. Haws is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Arizona →
Education Law in Phoenix
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
Robert D. Haws is one of 23,864 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Arizona →
Government & Administrative Law in Phoenix
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Robert D. Haws is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Arizona →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Phoenix
Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona 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 Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Phoenix Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Phoenix-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 Phoenix Choose Robert D. Haws
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 D. Haws's practice in the field of employment, education, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert D. Haws brings 37+ 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 Arizona, U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Robert D. Haws can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, education, and government, Robert D. Haws can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Phoenix
A Phoenix-based practice means Robert D. Haws 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 D. Haws Handles in Phoenix
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