Atty. Robert Gibbs Watt

Atty. Robert Gibbs Watt

Robert Gibbs Watt is a lawyer practicing construction, fidelity and surety, international construction and 3 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years.

McLean McLean 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Gibbs Watt at a glance

Robert Gibbs Watt is a Chairman based in McLean, Virginia, practicing at Watt, Tieder, Hoffar & Fitzgerald, L.L.P.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on litigation, government, adr, and international. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1971) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. Distric (1974). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 1971) and Grinnell College (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia (Construction and Public Contracts Law Section) and American (Fidelity and Surety Law Committee, Tort and Insurance Practice Section) Bar Associations The District of Columbia Bar Virginia State Bar Virginia Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in McLean, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert Gibbs Watt is a lawyer practicing construction, fidelity and surety, international construction and 3 other areas of law
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Robert practices at Watt, Tieder, Hoffar & Fitzgerald, L.L.P. in McLean, VA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Gibbs Watt's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Robert Gibbs Watt is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Virginia →

International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Gibbs Watt

Where is Robert Gibbs Watt's law office located?
Robert Gibbs Watt's law practice is located in McLean, Virginia. The firm is Watt, Tieder, Hoffar & Fitzgerald, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Gibbs Watt handle?
Robert Gibbs Watt focuses on litigation, government, adr, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Robert Gibbs Watt practiced law?
Robert Gibbs Watt has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Robert Gibbs Watt go to law school?
Robert Gibbs Watt earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Robert Gibbs Watt for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Gibbs Watt 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 Gibbs Watt received?
Robert Gibbs Watt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University Law School
- 1971
B.A.
Grinnell College
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1971
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. Distric
Admitted: 1974

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