- New Jersey
- United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
- United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
- United States Supreme Court
- Supreme Court of New Jersey, 1993
Robert is a business litigator and white-collar criminal defense counsel for companies and individuals being investigated and prosecuted in New Jersey.
His cases involve high-stakes disputes, requiring skillful navigation to protect business operations and individual freedoms. A former federal and state prosecutor, Robert served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney and Special Counsel to the U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey, where he led a violent-crime task force and prosecuted complex federal cases. That experience in addition to serving as an Assistant Prosecutor in Bergen County gives him a first-hand understanding of how prosecutors and law enforcement agencies evaluate evidence and make charging decisions. It also provides him with a unique perspective to challenge proofs and expose weaknesses in prosecutors’ cases.
Today, Robert applies his experience and perspective to defend businesses and individuals, including licensed professionals facing criminal charges, government scrutiny, and regulatory exposure. His practice spans Litigation, White Collar and Criminal Defense
Litigation
Robert represents both businesses and individuals in commercial disputes, civil rights actions, and complex criminal defense matters in federal and state courts. His work spans contract and shareholder litigation, appellate practice, and high-stakes criminal cases.
Selected litigation highlights
- Secured dismissal of False Claims Act case | Federal Court, 2025 | Preserved business viability while resolving government claims.
- Secured favorable settlement of False Claims Act case | Federal Court, 2024 | Preserved business viability while resolving government claims.
- Represented Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey | New Jersey, 2024/2025 | Defended attorneys’ right to practice law free from unsupported criminal charges.
- Achieved resolution in contested civil rights matter | State Court, 2023 | Reduced exposure and allowed entity to focus on operations.
White Collar & Investigations
Robert advises corporations, licensed professionals, and individuals in investigations, compliance, and enforcement. He has appeared before federal and state regulators, licensing boards, and law enforcement agencies. Clients rely on him for internal investigations, representation in disciplinary matters, and crisis response.
Representative criminal matters include:
- Securities fraud, tax evasion, and money laundering
- Healthcare fraud, anti-kickback, and insurance fraud
- Mail and wire fraud, public corruption, and bribery
- Violent crimes, narcotics offenses, firearms violations, and cybercrimes
- Sensitive cases involving professional licensing, child endangerment, and computer-based offenses
Selected enforcement highlights
- Obtained dismissal of threatened disciplinary action | State Licensing Board, 2023 | Preserved professional license and avoided collateral consequences.
- Negotiated resolution of government audit | Federal Agency, 2022 | Closed review with no formal charges or penalties.
- Conducted internal investigation for public entity | 2021 | Implemented remedial measures and enhanced governance practices.
Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
The Bottom Line
Robert is committed to guiding clients through their most difficult moments with steady advocacy and clear judgment. Whether defending against charges, negotiating with regulators, or resolving business disputes, he works closely with clients to protect their rights, preserve their livelihoods, and move forward with confidence.
*No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey or the American Bar Association. A description of the standard or methodology used by Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers can be found on their respective websites.
Essex County Bar Association
- Chair, Long Range Planning Committee, January 2019 – present
- Criminal Practice Award, recipient April 2019
- Chair, Due Diligence Committee 2014 – 2018
- President, April 2012 – April 2013
- Officer, April 2008 – April 2013
- Trustee, April 2005 – 2008
- Member since 1998
New Jersey State Bar Association & Foundation
- Amicus Committee, 2017 – 2018
- Nominating Committee, 2015 – 2017
- General Council Committee, 2014 – 2015
- Member since 1998
Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers of New Jersey
- Trustee, 2015 – 2018
- Member 2005 – 2018
- Claims Against Public Entities and Employees, New Jersey Local Government Deskbook, New Jersey Law Journal 2005
- Advocating Without Vouching in Summation, New Jersey Association of Justice, November 2011
- Understanding the Defense Counsel’s Role, New Jersey Association of Justice, April 2013
- Effective Cross Examination, New Jersey Association of Justice, April 2015
- Effective Direct Examination, New Jersey Association of Justice, April 2016
- How to Save Your Company from Criminal Prosecution, New Jersey State Bar Association, May 2016
- Handling the Media in the High-Profile Case, Essex County Bar Association, October 2016
- Inside the United States Attorney’s Office, New Jersey State Bar Association, May 2019
- New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, Presentation of U.S. Attorney General’s Awards for Distinguished Service on Policing, June 2019
- Creating an Organizational Culture of Safety and Wellness (opening remarks), BJA Valor Program, September 2019
- U.S. Law Enforcement Agencies, Rutgers University, Center on Policing, October 2019
- Claims Against Public Entities and Employees, New Jersey Local Government Deskbook, New Jersey Law Journal 2005
- Advocating Without Vouching in Summation, New Jersey Association of Justice, November 2011
- Understanding the Defense Counsel’s Role, New Jersey Association of Justice, April 2013
- Effective Cross Examination, New Jersey Association of Justice, April 2015
- Effective Direct Examination, New Jersey Association of Justice, April 2016
- How to Save Your Company from Criminal Prosecution, New Jersey State Bar Association, May 2016
- Handling the Media in the High-Profile Case, Essex County Bar Association, October 2016
- Inside the United States Attorney’s Office, New Jersey State Bar Association, May 2019
- New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, Presentation of U.S. Attorney General’s Awards for Distinguished Service on Policing, June 2019
- Creating an Organizational Culture of Safety and Wellness (opening remarks), BJA Valor Program, September 2019
- U.S. Law Enforcement Agencies, Rutgers University, Center on Policing, October 2019
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