Atty. Robert T. "Bob" Stewart

Atty. Robert T. "Bob" Stewart

Robert T. Stewart represents a broad array of industrial and commercial clients, focusing on air pollution control, toxic torts, environmental criminal investigations, cost recovery for waste remediations and environmental enforcement defense.

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Profile Summary

About Robert T. "Bob" Stewart at a glance

Robert T. "Bob" Stewart is a litigation and environmental attorney based in Austin, Texas, practicing at Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas, California, The State Bar of California, and Ohio, Ohio State Bar Association. Educated at The University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1977) and Lehigh University (—, 1973). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Austin, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert T. Stewart represents a broad array of industrial and commercial clients, focusing on air pollution control, toxic torts, environmental criminal investigations, cost recovery for waste remediations and environmental enforcement defense
  • He has extensive experience handling matters before the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the US Environmental Protection Agency
  • Prior to becoming a lawyer, Mr. Stewart worked as a chemical engineer for Union Carbide Corporation
  • He is annually named a Texas Super Lawyer by Thomson Reuters and included in The Best Lawyers in America and Chambers Guide to America’s Leading Lawyers for Business
  • Mr. Stewart is a 1977 magna cum laude graduate of the University of Michigan Law School where he was Order of the Coif
  • He received his Chemical Engineering Bachelors of Science from Lehigh University in 1973
  • Mr. Stewart chaired the Environmental and Natural Resources Law Section of the State Bar of Texas in 2001-2002

Practice Areas Explained

Robert T. "Bob" Stewart's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert T. "Bob" Stewart handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Texas

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert T. "Bob" Stewart

Where is Robert T. "Bob" Stewart's law office located?
Robert T. "Bob" Stewart's law practice is located in Austin, Texas. The firm is Kelly Hart & Hallman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert T. "Bob" Stewart handle?
Robert T. "Bob" Stewart focuses on litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
Where did Robert T. "Bob" Stewart go to law school?
Robert T. "Bob" Stewart earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (—, 1973).
How can I contact Robert T. "Bob" Stewart for a consultation?
You can contact Robert T. "Bob" Stewart directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Robert T. "Bob" Stewart received?
Robert T. "Bob" Stewart's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Administrative/Regulatory; Best Lawyers in America — Air Quality.

Education

J.D.
The University of Michigan Law School
- 1977
Lehigh University
- 1973

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Environmental
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Administrative/Regulatory
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Air Quality
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Constitutional
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Counseling
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Enforcement Defense
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Crimes
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Permitting
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Industry
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — RCRA/Hazardous Waste
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Solid Waste
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Superfunds/Environmental Remediation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Toxic Tort
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — ,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Attorney,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — 360 West
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — magazine, 2021
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA: Guide to America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, 2014-2019
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named Top Austin Attorney,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Austin Monthly
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — , 2019
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar of Texas
California, The State Bar of California
Ohio, Ohio State Bar Association

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