Atty. Robert Wolfgang Hirth

Atty. Robert Wolfgang Hirth

Robert Wolfgang Hirth is a lawyer practicing complex commercial litigation, financial institutions litigation, trials. Robert received a B.A. degree from Columbia College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

New York New York 47 yrs experience 47 year
Call (332) 529-6044 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Robert Wolfgang Hirth at a glance

Robert Wolfgang Hirth is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit (1981). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1978) and Columbia College (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert Wolfgang Hirth is a lawyer practicing complex commercial litigation, financial institutions litigation, trials
  • Robert received a B.A. degree from Columbia College in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Robert practices at Sidley Austin LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Wolfgang Hirth's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Robert Wolfgang Hirth is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →

Civil Litigation

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

Robert Wolfgang Hirth is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

Looking for additional New York attorneys? Browse all attorneys in New York or all attorneys in New York.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Wolfgang Hirth

Where is Robert Wolfgang Hirth's law office located?
Robert Wolfgang Hirth's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Wolfgang Hirth handle?
Robert Wolfgang Hirth focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert Wolfgang Hirth practiced law?
Robert Wolfgang Hirth has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Robert Wolfgang Hirth go to law school?
Robert Wolfgang Hirth earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Robert Wolfgang Hirth for a consultation?
You can contact Robert Wolfgang Hirth 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.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1978
B.A.
Columbia College
- 1975

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1994

Reviews

These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.