Atty. Robert Francis Riley

Atty. Robert Francis Riley

Robert Francis Riley is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, energy, environment & infrastructure, environmental law and 5 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from St.

Washington Washington 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Robert Francis Riley at a glance

Robert Francis Riley is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Williams Mullen. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, securities, consumer, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1985), District of Columbia (1987), and Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circ (1991). Educated at Case Western Reserve Law School (J.D., 1985) and St. Louis University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Francis Riley is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, energy, environment & infrastructure, environmental law and 5 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from St. Louis University in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Robert practices at Williams Mullen in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Francis Riley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Francis Riley 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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Securities Law

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Consumer Protection

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Environmental Law

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

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 Francis Riley

Where is Robert Francis Riley's law office located?
Robert Francis Riley's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Williams Mullen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Francis Riley handle?
Robert Francis Riley focuses on business, securities, consumer, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Robert Francis Riley practiced law?
Robert Francis Riley has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Robert Francis Riley go to law school?
Robert Francis Riley earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Robert Francis Riley for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert Francis Riley received?
Robert Francis Riley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Case Western Reserve Law School
- 1985
B.A.
St. Louis University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1985
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1987
Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circ
Admitted: 1991

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