Atty. Robert Michael Austin
Mr. Robert Michael Austin is a lawyer practicing international law, trial lawyers, appellate practice.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 41+ Years Experience
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About Robert Michael Austin at a Glance
Robert Michael Austin is a Member based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Austin & Laurato, P.A.. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on appellate and international. Admitted to practice in Florida (1985) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1986). Educated at Cumberland School of Law of Samford University (J.D., 1984) and University of South Florida (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Hillsborough County and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Michael Austin
- Mr. Robert Michael Austin is a lawyer practicing international law, trial lawyers, appellate practice
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Robert practices at Austin & Laurato, P.A. in Tampa, FL
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Robert Michael Austin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Michael Austin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Appellate Practice in Tampa
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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International Law in Tampa
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-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 Tampa Choose Robert Michael Austin
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 Michael Austin's practice in the field of appellate and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Michael Austin brings 41+ 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 Florida and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, Robert Michael Austin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering appellate and international, Robert Michael Austin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Robert Michael Austin 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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