Atty. Robert V. Fitzsimmons
Bob Fitzsimmons is a Florida Supreme Court Certified mediator and Florida Bar Certified construction lawyer with vast experience in complex state, federal and multidistrict litigation. Bob has recently changed the nature of his practice to serve as a mediator in multiparty litigation.
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Robert V. Fitzsimmons is a Partner based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Rumberger, Kirk & Caldwell Professional Association. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on litigation and adr. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Courts of Louisiana, (Eastern) U.S. District Courts of Florida (Middle, Southe (1982). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1982) and College of the Holy Cross (A.B., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Bob Fitzsimmons is a Florida Supreme Court Certified mediator and Florida Bar Certified construction lawyer with vast experience in complex state, federal and multidistrict litigation
- Bob has recently changed the nature of his practice to serve as a mediator in multiparty litigation
- His practice had primarily focused on multiparty construction defect litigation around the State of Florida
- Bob also serves as national counsel for Burger King, Popeyes Louisiana Chicken, Tim Hortons Donuts and Firehouse Subs
- Bob has extensive involvement in his community, serving as board member and chair of the Sports Council of the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, board member and past president of the Coconut Grove Chamber of Commerce, the Coconut Grove Civic Club and the Coconut Grove Park Homeowners’ Association and was a founding member of the Coconut Grove Village Council
- Bob is a frequent speaker on legal and civic issues, locally, nationally and internationally
- Certifications •Certified County and Circuit Court Mediator by Florida Supreme Court •Board Certified in Construction Law by The Florida Bar Articles & Presentations •Moderator, 'Notre Dame and Beyond: Reviewing Recent Construction Catastrophes to Discuss the Appropriate Response and Defense,' International Association of Defense Counsel (IADC), February 2020 •Co-Author, 'No Rest for the Weary: Project Completion Is the Beginning of Litigation,' Construction Executive, May 2019 Awards & Honors •David Wilson Award, DRI Construction Law Committee, April 2026 Bob's News and Insights 06.05.2024 Firm News Bob Fitzsimmons Elected to the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors RumbergerKirk is pleased to announce that Miami Partner Bob Fitzsimmons... 05.01.2019 Construction No Rest for the Weary: Project Completion Is the Beginning of Litigation Reposted from constructionexec.com, May 1, 2019, a publication of Associated... 08.27.2018 Firm News Bob Fitzsimmons Addresses Ethical Considerations in a Complicated Defense Construction industry owners, contractors and industry professionals gathered for the... 02.08.2018 Firm News Bob Fitzsimmons Speaks with Miami Today about Business Growth in Coconut Grove In the article, “Chamber a Key Player as Coconut Grove... 09.13.2016 Beyond the Bio Miami Partner Bob Fitzsimmons Chairs Hall of Champions Induction Ceremony Business and community leaders honored South Florida’s outstanding professional athletes... 01.15.2016 Firm News Rumberger Attorney Bob Fitzsimmons Invited to Join the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance RumbergerKirk is pleased to announce that Bob Fitzsimmons has been... 09.03.2015 Firm News Rumberger Attorney Robert Fitzsimmons Elected To Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors ORLANDO - September 3, 2015 - RumbergerKirk is pleased to... 09.10.2014 Firm News Bob Fitzsimmons to Speak at DRI Seminar on Construction Law RK Partner, Bob Fitzsimmons will be co-speaking with Judge Fallon,... 05.30.2014 Beyond the Bio Whether in the Office or at Home, Bob Fitzsimmons Considers his View to be From Paradise Bob Fitzsimmons represents general contractors, developers and subcontractors in large,
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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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 Miami 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 andnue, 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.
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