Atty. Robert G. Howie

Atty. Robert G. Howie

Since 1973, Robert "Skip" Howie has been engaged in an active trial practice. More than three decades of trial experience stands behind every case handled by Howie & Smith ("H&S").

San Mateo San Mateo 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert G. Howie at a glance

Robert G. Howie is a Partner based in San Mateo, California, practicing at Howie Smith Llp. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on employment, real estate, construction, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1973). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1973) and Duke University (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Mateo, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Since 1973, Robert "Skip" Howie has been engaged in an active trial practice
  • More than three decades of trial experience stands behind every case handled by Howie & Smith ("H&S")
  • Since beginning his practice, Mr. Howie has tried more than two hundred fifty criminal and civil cases to jury verdict

Practice Areas Explained

Robert G. Howie's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert G. Howie 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Construction Law

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Product Liability

Robert G. Howie is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 San Mateo 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert G. Howie

Where is Robert G. Howie's law office located?
Robert G. Howie's law practice is located in San Mateo, California. The firm is Howie Smith Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert G. Howie handle?
Robert G. Howie focuses on employment, real estate, construction, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Robert G. Howie practiced law?
Robert G. Howie has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Robert G. Howie go to law school?
Robert G. Howie earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Robert G. Howie for a consultation?
You can contact Robert G. Howie 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 G. Howie received?
Robert G. Howie's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1973
B.A.
Duke University
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973

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