Atty. Robert R. Long
Directors and officers call on Robert Long to serve as lead counsel in their high-stakes business problems. He has defended corporations and financial institutions in securities class actions, regulatory actions, and internal investigations.
Litigation - Securities Attorney · Serving Atlanta, GA
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About Robert R. Long at a Glance
Robert R. Long is a litigation attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 2000). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026). Serves clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert R. Long
- Directors and officers call on Robert Long to serve as lead counsel in their high-stakes business problems
- He has defended corporations and financial institutions in securities class actions, regulatory actions, and internal investigations
- Robert is the chair of the Securities Litigation Group
- He focuses on shareholder matters, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, internal investigations, and director and officer liability
- He is an experienced trial lawyer and has substantial experience as lead counsel in matters regarding shareholder disputes, fiduciary duties, and numerous federal agencies, including the Securities and Exchange Commission, Department of Justice, and various banking agencies
- Robert also advises corporations on director and officer insurance coverage issues
- He frequently publishes and speaks on securities, corporate governance, and director and officer liability and has served as a guest lecturer on securities and corporate governance issues at Emory University’s Goizueta Business School and the University of Georgia School of Law
- He has been honored by the Burton Awards as a recipient of a “Law360 Distinguished Legal Writing Award.” He began private practice following a federal district court clerkship
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Robert R. Long's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert R. Long handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Atlanta.
Civil Litigation in Atlanta
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Atlanta
Practicing law in Georgia. Legal matters in Georgia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Atlanta are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Georgia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Georgia 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 Georgia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Atlanta Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Atlanta-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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Why Clients in Atlanta Choose Robert R. Long
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 R. Long's practice in the field of litigation.
Focused Litigation Practice
Concentrating on litigation means Robert R. Long's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Atlanta
A Atlanta-based practice means Robert R. Long 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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