Atty. Robert J. Smith

Atty. Robert J. Smith

Robert J. Smith is a lawyer practicing federal regulation, labor and employment law, complex employment litigation and 7 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 75 yrs experience 75 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert J. Smith at a glance

Robert J. Smith is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Morgan Lewis And Bockius Llp. They have 75+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1951. Their practice focuses on employment, wage & hour, trade secrets, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1951), District of Columbia (1973), Florida (1978), and U.S. Supreme Court (1984). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1972) and Cornell University (M.S. Mount, 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert J. Smith is a lawyer practicing federal regulation, labor and employment law, complex employment litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • Robert received a M.S. degree from Cornell University in 1966, and has been licensed for 75 years
  • Robert practices at Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Robert J. Smith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert J. Smith 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.

Robert J. Smith is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in District of Columbia →

Wage & Hour Disputes

Robert J. Smith is one of 4,935 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in District of Columbia →

Trade Secrets

Robert J. Smith is one of 6,644 trade secrets attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trade secrets attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Robert J. Smith is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Robert J. Smith is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in District of Columbia →

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 J. Smith

Where is Robert J. Smith's law office located?
Robert J. Smith's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Morgan Lewis And Bockius Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert J. Smith handle?
Robert J. Smith focuses on employment, wage & hour, trade secrets, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Robert J. Smith practiced law?
Robert J. Smith has 75+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1951.
Where did Robert J. Smith go to law school?
Robert J. Smith earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (M.S. Mount, 1966).
How can I contact Robert J. Smith for a consultation?
You can contact Robert J. Smith 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 J. Smith received?
Robert J. Smith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1972
M.S. Mount
Cornell University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1951
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1973
Florida
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984

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