Atty. Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt

Atty. Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt

Bob Robenalt is a partner in the firm's Columbus office. He represents management in a variety of labor and employment issues, including workers' compensation, employment litigation and traditional labor matters.

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About Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt at a glance

Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt is a employment, workers comp, and litigation attorney based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Fisher Phillips LLP. Admitted to practice in Ohio, Ohio Bar. Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1989). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers (2026). Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Bob Robenalt is a partner in the firm's Columbus office
  • He represents management in a variety of labor and employment issues, including workers' compensation, employment litigation and traditional labor matters
  • Bob has defended numerous wrongful discharge, Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), workers' compensation and employment discrimination actions in state and federal courts, and has argued in defense of employment actions before the 4th and 6th Circuit Federal Courts
  • He has also represented a variety of entities faced with government and civil liability relating to environmental issues
  • Bob has served as an adjunct professor at Capital University and is a frequent author and lecturer on labor and employment matters and workers' compensation defense issues
  • Bob was listed as a Ohio Super Lawyer in 2013, 2014 and 2016
  • He was also selected for inclusion in Best Lawyers in 2016 and 2017

Practice Areas Explained

Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt 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 M. "Bob" Robenalt is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ohio →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

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

Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt

Where is Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt's law office located?
Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Fisher Phillips LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt handle?
Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt focuses on employment, workers comp, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
Where did Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt go to law school?
Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt earned their education at (J.D., 1989).
How can I contact Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt received?
Robert M. "Bob" Robenalt's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment; Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law.

Education

J.D.
Cleveland Marshall College of Law
- 1989

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Ohio, Ohio Bar

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