Atty. Robert W Whetzel

Atty. Robert W Whetzel

Robert W Whetzel is a lawyer practicing litigation, environmental law, intellectual property. Robert received a B.Ch.E. degree from University of Delaware in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Wilmington Wilmington 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Robert W Whetzel at a glance

Robert W Whetzel is a Director based in Wilmington, Delaware, practicing at Richards Layton Finger P A. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on ip, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Delaware registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (1984). Educated at Villanova University (J.D., 1984) and University of Delaware (B.Ch.E., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Delaware State (Chairman, Section of Environmental Law, 1994-1996) and American (Member, Sections on: Litigation Energy and Environmental Law) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Wilmington, DE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Robert W Whetzel is a lawyer practicing litigation, environmental law, intellectual property
  • Robert received a B.Ch.E. degree from University of Delaware in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Robert practices at Richards, Layton & Finger, P.A. in Wilmington, DE

Practice Areas Explained

Robert W Whetzel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert W Whetzel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Robert W Whetzel is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Delaware →

Civil Litigation

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

Robert W Whetzel is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Delaware →

Environmental Law

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

Robert W Whetzel is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Delaware →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Delaware

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert W Whetzel

Where is Robert W Whetzel's law office located?
Robert W Whetzel's law practice is located in Wilmington, Delaware. The firm is Richards Layton Finger P A. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert W Whetzel handle?
Robert W Whetzel focuses on ip, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Delaware.
How long has Robert W Whetzel practiced law?
Robert W Whetzel has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Robert W Whetzel go to law school?
Robert W Whetzel earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.Ch.E., 1981).
How can I contact Robert W Whetzel for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Robert W Whetzel received?
Robert W Whetzel's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Villanova University
- 1984
B.Ch.E.
University of Delaware
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Delaware registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1984

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