Robert works in the firm's litigation practice group and is based at WSH's Rogers office. Robert has a general civil litigation practice with an emphasis on commercial disputes, including the defense of class action and illegal exaction lawsuits. Robert has prosecuted and defended contentious disputes involving individuals and businesses, both large and small. Robert has represented clients on a variety of matters, including alleged improper billing practices, covenants not to compete, trade secrets, breaches of contract, and a range of business litigation. Robert has represented a number of clients including manufacturers, business service companies, and two regional hospitals. Robert is licensed in Arkansas, Oklahoma and Minnesota.
Robert received his Bachelors Degree from Tulane University in 1996, where he was also commissioned as an officer in the United States Army. Robert served on active duty for five years and obtained the rank of Captain. Robert attended law school at the University of Arkansas School of Law, graduating magna cum laude and serving as the Editor-in-Chief of the Arkansas Law Review. Robert lives in Rogers with his wife, Kimberly, their daughter, Sydney, and their son, Henry.
Areas of Practice
- Appellate Practice
- Business and Commercial Litigation
- General Civil Litigation
- Class Action Litigation
- Illegal Exaction Litigation
- Insurance Litigation
- Divorce and Family Law
Education
- University of Arkansas, J.D., Magna Cum Laude, 2004
- Tulane University, B.A., Cum Laude, 1996
Bar and Court Admissions
- Arkansas, 2004
- Oklahoma, 2005
- Minnesota, 2007
- U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas
- Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals
- Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals
Significant Representations
- Represented manufacturer of high-end mattresses in case involving unauthorized distribution of goods previously donated to charity
- Represented water utility in multiple illegal exaction suits brought against water utility
- Represented regional hospital in class action litigation over alleged improper billing practices
- Represented manufacturer against competitor in dispute over unauthorized use of manufacturer’s trade secrets
Honors and Awards
- Editor-in-Chief, Arkansas Law Review, 2003-2004
- United States Army Officer, 1996-2001; Obtained Rank of Captain
Activities and Community Service
- Member, Sebastian County Bar Association
- Member, Benton County Bar Association
- Member, Arkansas Bar Association
- Member, American Bar Association