Atty. Robert Duane Benton

Atty. Robert Duane Benton

Mr. Robert Duane Benton is a lawyer practicing corporate, business, internet and 2 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 27 yrs experience 27 year
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About Robert Duane Benton at a glance

Robert Duane Benton is an Of Counsel based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Wiley Rein Llp. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on business, tax, environmental, and internet. Admitted to practice in New York (1999), Texas (2003), and District of Columbia (2005). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1999) and Baylor University (B.A., 1994). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Robert Duane Benton is a lawyer practicing corporate, business, internet and 2 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1994, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Robert practices at Wiley Rein LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Duane Benton's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Internet & Cyber Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Duane Benton

Where is Robert Duane Benton's law office located?
Robert Duane Benton's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Wiley Rein Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Duane Benton handle?
Robert Duane Benton focuses on business, tax, environmental, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Robert Duane Benton practiced law?
Robert Duane Benton has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Robert Duane Benton go to law school?
Robert Duane Benton earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Robert Duane Benton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1999
B.A.
Baylor University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1999
Texas
Admitted: 2003
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2005

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