Atty. Robert Williams
Robert Williams is Co-Chair of the firm’s Bankruptcy,Restructuring and Creditors’ Rights Group. He focuses his practice on civil litigation, creditors’ rights, commercial bankruptcy, restructurings, related litigation, appeals, and mediation.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Phoenix, AZ · 12+ Years Experience
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About Robert Williams at a Glance
Robert Williams is a Member based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Gust Rosenfeld P.L.C.. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Kansas, inactive (2014), Arizona (2016), and U.S. District Court, District of Arizona (2016). Educated at University of Kansas School of Law (J.D., 2014) and University of Kansas (B.S. Finance, 2007). Active member of PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS American Bankruptcy Institute Maricopa County Bar Association Bankruptcy Section Chair-Elect (2018) Chair (2019-Present) Arizona Bankruptcy American Inn of Court. Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Williams
- Robert Williams is Co-Chair of the firm’s Bankruptcy,Restructuring and Creditors’ Rights Group
- He focuses his practice on civil litigation, creditors’ rights, commercial bankruptcy, restructurings, related litigation, appeals, and mediation
- Robert represents credit unions, institutional clients, student loan creditors, corporations, partnerships, and individuals in all areas of creditor-debtor relations
- Prior to law school, Robert worked as a business consultant for RSM US LLP, an international provider of audit, tax, and consulting services
- This experience, coupled with B.S. degrees in Finance and Business Administration, gives Robert a practical perspective on business operations and finance
- Before joining Gust Rosenfeld, Robert worked for two years as a law clerk to the Hon. Robert D. Berger of the U.S
- Bankruptcy Court for the District of Kansas
- Legal Updates & Firm News Aug 16, 2024 - General Gust Rosenfeld P.L.C
- Attorneys are once again Recognized as “Best Lawyers”and “Ones to Watch” in the 2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America Aug 23, 2023 - Press Release The Best Lawyers in America 2024 Names Gust Rosenfeld Attorneys “Lawyer of the Year”
- “Ones to Watch”
- and “Best Lawyers” Professional Recognition • The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch, Bankruptcy, and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Bankruptcy (2021-2026) • Phoenix Magazine (2022-2025) Top Lawyers - Bankruptcy and Reorganization • Arizona Business Magazine: Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona, Bankruptcy, Restructuring and Creditors’ Rights (2025) • Southwest Super Lawyers Rising Star, Bankruptcy (2019-2026) Presentations & Publications •Speaker, “Application of Arizona’s Statute of Limitations to Loan and Security Interest Enforcement,” Arizona Credit Union Collector’s Council Meeting (2022)
Practice Areas Explained
Robert Williams's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Williams handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Phoenix.
Business & Corporate Law in Phoenix
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Phoenix
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Robert Williams is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Arizona →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Phoenix
Robert Williams is one of 42,582 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Arizona →
Civil Litigation in Phoenix
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Civil Rights in Phoenix
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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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 Williams
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 Williams's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Williams brings 12+ 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 Kansas, inactive, Arizona, and U.S. District Court, District of Arizona, Robert Williams can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and creditor rights, Robert Williams can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Phoenix
A Phoenix-based practice means Robert Williams attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert Williams Handles in Phoenix
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Robert Williams directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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