Atty. Robert Vaught
Rob Vaught advises employers on a variety of employment law matters, including Title VII, ADEA, FMLA, ADA, wrongful discharge, bad faith, wage and hour, breach of contract, hiring and discipline issues. Rob also represents employers in related administrative and court proceedings.
Labor Employment Attorney · Serving Phoenix, AZ · 26+ Years Experience
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About Robert Vaught at a Glance
Robert Vaught is an Of Counsel based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on employment. Admitted to practice in Arizona U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona (2000). Educated at University of Kansas School of Law (J.D., 2000) and University of Kansas (B.A., 1997). Active member of Arizona Bar Association Maricopa County Bar Association. Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Vaught
- Rob Vaught advises employers on a variety of employment law matters, including Title VII, ADEA, FMLA, ADA, wrongful discharge, bad faith, wage and hour, breach of contract, hiring and discipline issues
- Rob also represents employers in related administrative and court proceedings
- Rob also has significant experience counseling employers regarding trade secrets and restrictive covenants
- Prior to joining the firm, Rob served as associate general counsel for Arizona State University
- He advised university administration on a wide range of faculty and staff employment issues, including hiring, termination, leave management, accommodations, promotion and tenure, wage and hour compliance, and workplace policies
- He also provided guidance on student misconduct, faculty grievance, academic integrity, and Title IX matters
- In addition, Rob represented the university before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Department of Education
- Concentrations • Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation claims • Wage and hour complaints and audits • Non-competition agreements and trade secrets • ADA accommodations and leave management • Title IX investigations and compliance Experience In-House Experience • Associate General Counsel, Arizona State University, 2018-2025 Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades • Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, Southwest Super Lawyers, “Rising Stars,” 2012-2014 Professional & Community Involvement • Member, Arizona Bar Association • Member, Arizona Society for Human Resource Management • Member, Maricopa County Bar Association
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Robert Vaught's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Vaught handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Phoenix.
Employment Law in Phoenix
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Phoenix
Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona 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 Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Phoenix Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Phoenix-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 Phoenix Choose Robert Vaught
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 Vaught's practice in the field of employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Vaught brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Focused Employment Practice
Concentrating on employment means Robert Vaught's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Phoenix
A Phoenix-based practice means Robert Vaught 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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Common Legal Issues Robert Vaught Handles in Phoenix
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