Atty. Robert Stuart Plotkin
Mr. Robert Stuart Plotkin is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, white collar defense, sec enforcement defense and 5 other areas of law.
Corporate & Incorporation & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 55+ Years Experience
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About Robert Stuart Plotkin at a Glance
Robert Stuart Plotkin is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Mcguirewoods Llp. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on formation, criminal defense, class action, white collar, and securities. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1971), District of Columbia (1973), and New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Ninth and District of Columbia Circuit U.S. Ta (2005). Educated at New York University School of Law (LL.M. University, 1972) and University of Cincinnati College of Arts and Sciences (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Stuart Plotkin
- Mr. Robert Stuart Plotkin is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, white collar defense, sec enforcement defense and 5 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Cincinnati College of Arts and Sciences in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Robert practices at McGuireWoods LLP in Washington, DC and 1 other location
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Robert Stuart Plotkin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Stuart Plotkin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Business Formation in Washington
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Criminal Defense in Washington
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Class Action in Washington
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White Collar Crimes in Washington
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Securities Law in Washington
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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 Washington Choose Robert Stuart Plotkin
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 Stuart Plotkin's practice in the field of formation, criminal defense, class action, white collar, and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Stuart Plotkin brings 55+ 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 Ohio, District of Columbia, and New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Ninth and District of Columbia Circuit U.S. Ta, Robert Stuart Plotkin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, criminal defense, and class action, Robert Stuart Plotkin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Robert Stuart Plotkin 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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