Atty. Robert Livingston

Atty. Robert Livingston

My practice is focused on workers' compensation, personal injury, appeals, and insurance . I am also regularly called upon to consult or serve as local counsel.

Council Bluffs Council Bluffs 26 yrs experience 26 year
Call (531) 365-9731 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Robert Livingston at a glance

Robert Livingston is a Partner based in Council Bluffs, Iowa, practicing at Stuart Tinley Law Firm LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on personal injury, construction, slip & fall, civil rights, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2000), Nebraska (2000), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa, U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska and U.S. C (2002), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa (2002). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 2000) and Colorado State University (B.S. Iowa, 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Board of Trial Advocates. Serands clients in Council Bluffs, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • My practice is focused on workers' compensation, personal injury, appeals, and insurance
  • I am also regularly called upon to consult or serve as local counsel
  • My clients are generally located in the western half of Iowa and the Council Bluffs/Omaha metro area
  • However, I regularly have cases throughout Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota
  • I have many years of experience litigating cases and in state and federal courts within the Eighth Circuit
  • One of my cases has been argued before the Supreme Court of the United States

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Livingston's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Robert Livingston is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Construction Law

Robert Livingston is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Iowa →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Robert Livingston is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Iowa →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Robert Livingston is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Iowa →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Robert Livingston is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

Looking for additional Iowa attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Council Bluffs or all attorneys in Iowa.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Livingston

Where is Robert Livingston's law office located?
Robert Livingston's law practice is located in Council Bluffs, Iowa. The firm is Stuart Tinley Law Firm LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Livingston handle?
Robert Livingston focuses on personal injury, construction, slip & fall, civil rights, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Robert Livingston practiced law?
Robert Livingston has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Robert Livingston go to law school?
Robert Livingston earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.S. Iowa, 1993).
How can I contact Robert Livingston for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Livingston 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 Livingston received?
Robert Livingston's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 2000
B.S. Iowa
Colorado State University
- 1993

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 2000
Nebraska
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa, U.S. District Court, District of Nebraska and U.S. C
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Iowa
Admitted: 2002
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2008
South Dakota
Admitted: 2018
U.S. District Court, District of South Dakota
Admitted: 2019

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