Atty. Robert R. Jones

Atty. Robert R. Jones

Robert joined Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP in 1990 and is a partner with the firm. He received a BA degree from Binghamton University with Honors in 1987 and received his JD from the State University of New York at Buffalo Law School, cum laude, in 1990.

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About Robert R. Jones at a glance

Robert R. Jones is a Partner based in Binghamton, New York, practicing at Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1991), U.S. District Court Northern District of New York (1991), U.S. District Court Western District of New York (1993), and Pennsylvania (2007). Educated at State University of New York, Buffalo School of Law, Buffalo, New York (J.D., 1990) and Binghamton University, Binghamton, New York (B.A. With, 1987). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Professional Associations • New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in Binghamton, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert joined Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP in 1990 and is a partner with the firm
  • He received a BA degree from Binghamton University with Honors in 1987 and received his JD from the State University of New York at Buffalo Law School, cum laude, in 1990
  • He is a former member of the firm’s Executive Committee and former Practice Group Leader of the firm’s Litigation Practice Group
  • He is experienced in handling civil trials and appeals in a wide range of litigation, including real property litigation, personal injury, contract disputes, products liability, and estate litigation
  • Currently, he limits his practice to civil litigation in the areas of oil & gas lease disputes, serious personal injury (motor vehicle, construction site accident, wrongful death and products liability), estate litigation, contract disputes, and theft of cable & satellite TV
  • Robert has received a “BV Distinguished” very high rating from Martindale-Hubbell in both legal ability and ethical standards and has been named as a New York Upstate Super Lawyer since 2012
  • National Trial Lawyers named him to their Top 100 Civil Plaintiff’s Lawyers of 2017 and 2019
  • Robert is a member of the Broome County and New York State Bar Associations
  • He is an active member of the New York State Trial Lawyers and American Association for Justice
  • He is licensed to practice in the States of New York and Pennsylvania, and all federal courts in New York and the Middle District of Pennsylvania
  • He has lectured at legal education seminars for NYSTLA and the Broome County Bar Association
  • He is an active member of St. Michael’s Orthodox Church of Binghamton
  • Publications & Presentations • Civil Trial Practice Tricks of the Trade (Lecturer, Broome County Bar Association CLE) (October 2016) • Ethics and Professionalism (Lecturer, Broome County Bar Association CLE) (December 2013) • Decisions (New York State Trial Lawyers) (2011) • Update: Oil & Gas Litigation (Lecturer, Broome County Bar Association CLE) (March 2011) Leadership & Community Involvement • St. Michael’s Orthodox Church (2009 - Present) • Legal Aid Society of Broome County (1993 - Present) • Apalachin Youth Football League (1995 - Present) Honors • N. Theodore Sommer Advocacy Award, Broome County Bar Association, 2019 • Listed, Best Lawyers in America, 2017 - Present • Listed, Upstate New York Super Lawyers, 2012 - Present • Peer Rated “BV Distinguished” by Martindale-Hubbell, 2017 - Present • National Trial Lawyers - Civil Plaintiff’s Lawyers Top 100, 2017, 2019 • Robert J. Connelly Award, Western NY Trial Lawyers, 1990

Practice Areas Explained

Robert R. Jones's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Binghamton 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert R. Jones

Where is Robert R. Jones's law office located?
Robert R. Jones's law practice is located in Binghamton, New York. The firm is Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert R. Jones handle?
Robert R. Jones focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert R. Jones practiced law?
Robert R. Jones has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Robert R. Jones go to law school?
Robert R. Jones earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. With, 1987).
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What awards or recognition has Robert R. Jones received?
Robert R. Jones's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
State University of New York, Buffalo School of Law, Buffalo, New York
- 1990
B.A. With
Binghamton University, Binghamton, New York
- 1987

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court Western District of New York
Admitted: 1993
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2013
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2014
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2015

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