Robert represents U.S. and international insurers in coverage matters with a focus on transactional liability. His representation in these matters principally involves claims and coverage issues arising under representations and warranties insurance (RWI) policies in connection with M&A transactions. Robert also represents insurers in connection with claims and coverage issues arising under tax and contingent liability policies. He advises clients regarding drafting of insurance policies and also on subrogation rights arising out of payment of RWI claims.

Robert has been involved in more than 1,000 transactional liability claims over the past two decades, with claimed values in disputes ranging from hundreds of thousands of dollars to billions of dollars. The mergers and acquisitions underlying these policies involve a diverse range of companies and industries across the world and disputes in international and domestic forums. The disputes include accuracy of financial statements, loss of customers, condition of assets such as real property, IT and equipment, unpaid taxes, IP rights, and compliance with laws. 

Robert served as managing partner at a prior firm. His previous experience as trial lawyer spanned a wide variety of subjects including insurance coverage disputes, subrogation, M&A litigation and defense of professionals in legal and technology fields. Prior to private practice, Robert was a law clerk on the Massachusetts Appeals Court. He frequently speaks at industry conferences.