Atty. Robert Knight Cox

Atty. Robert Knight Cox

Robert Knight Cox is a lawyer practicing construction, litigation, government contracts and 1 other area of law. Robert received a A.B. degree from Cornell University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

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Profile Summary

About Robert Knight Cox at a glance

Robert Knight Cox is a Partner based in Tysons, Virginia, practicing at Williams Mullen. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on litigation, government, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1976), District of Columbia (1977), and Maryland U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Cir (2006). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 1976) and Cornell University (A.B., 1973). Serands clients in Tysons, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Knight Cox is a lawyer practicing construction, litigation, government contracts and 1 other area of law
  • Robert received a A.B. degree from Cornell University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Robert practices at Williams Mullen in Tysons, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Knight Cox's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Knight Cox 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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Entertainment & Sports 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 Tysons 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 Knight Cox

Where is Robert Knight Cox's law office located?
Robert Knight Cox's law practice is located in Tysons, Virginia. The firm is Williams Mullen. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Knight Cox handle?
Robert Knight Cox focuses on litigation, government, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Robert Knight Cox practiced law?
Robert Knight Cox has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Robert Knight Cox go to law school?
Robert Knight Cox earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B., 1973).
How can I contact Robert Knight Cox for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
George Washington University Law School
- 1976
A.B.
Cornell University
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1976
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1977
Maryland U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Cir
Admitted: 2006

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