Atty. Robert John Robinson
Robert John Robinson is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, financial markets and services, global finance and 13 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Financial Markets And Services & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 38+ Years Experience
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About Robert John Robinson at a Glance
Robert John Robinson is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, securities, consumer, insurance, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1988) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2012). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1987) and Swarthmore College (B.A., 1982). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert John Robinson
- Robert John Robinson is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, financial markets and services, global finance and 13 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1982, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Robert practices at Sidley Austin LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Robert John Robinson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert John Robinson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Securities Law in New York
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Consumer Protection in New York
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
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Insurance Law in New York
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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International Law in New York
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Robert John Robinson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert John Robinson's practice in the field of business, securities, consumer, insurance, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert John Robinson brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Robert John Robinson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, securities, and consumer, Robert John Robinson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Robert John Robinson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Robert John Robinson Handles in New York
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert John Robinson has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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