Atty. Robert J. Katzenstein

Atty. Robert J. Katzenstein

Bob is managing partner of the firm. He is an experienced arbitrator, mediator and trial attorney.

Wilmington Wilmington 50 yrs experience 50 year
Call (302) 617-2959 Book Appointment

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About Robert J. Katzenstein at a glance

Robert J. Katzenstein is a Partner based in Wilmington, Delaware, practforg at Smith, Katzenstein & Jenkins LLP. They haand 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in Delaware (1976) and District of Columbia (1979). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 1976) and Yale College (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Past Board Chair and Member. Serands clients in Wilmington, DE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bob is managing partner of the firm
  • He is an experienced arbitrator, mediator and trial attorney
  • Bob has extensive experience litigating cases in the Court of Chancery, Federal District Court, and Superior Court, in particular, the Complex Commercial Litigation Division (“CCLD”) of Superior Court
  • Bob is an original member of the CCLD Advisory Committee, which recommended the CCLD policies and procedures
  • His Superior Court experience includes commercial, insurance coverage and liability cases
  • As a member of the panel of commercial arbitrators of the American Arbitration Association, Bob has been appointed arbitrator in more than 60 cases, including disputes among LLC members, claims of breaches of fiduciary duties and fraud by appropriation of corporate opportunities, breach of a stock purchase agreement, breach of a stockholder agreement, and breach of an asset sale agreement
  • Bob has served as mediator in several cases

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Delaware

Practforg law in Delaware. Legal matters in Delaware are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Wilmington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Delaware state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Delaware brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Delaware courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Robert J. Katzenstein's law office located?
Robert J. Katzenstein's law practice is located in Wilmington, Delaware. The firm is Smith, Katzenstein & Jenkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Robert J. Katzenstein practiced law?
Robert J. Katzenstein has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Robert J. Katzenstein go to law school?
Robert J. Katzenstein earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
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What awards or recognition has Robert J. Katzenstein receiandd?
Robert J. Katzenstein's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania Law School
- 1976
B.A.
Yale College
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Delaware
Admitted: 1976
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979

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