Business Law
Entity formation, governance, contracts, financing, and mergers and acquisitions.
- Formation and corporate governance
- Commercial contracts and partnerships
- Mergers, acquisitions and exits
- Employment agreements and non-competes
Counsel for business,
at home and across borders.
The Robinson Law Firm advises companies and their owners from the start-up phase through maturity, with particular depth in government contracts, aerospace, technology, international transactions and customs law.
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Established2000
JurisdictionsMD · VA · MA · NH
OfficesMaryland · Virginia · Massachusetts
The Firm
Every successful business is grounded in a strong legal infrastructure.
The Robinson Law Firm, LLC focuses on the specific needs of businesses and their owners. We represent small to mid-sized clients of every kind and attend to their legal needs from the start-up phase through maturity.
We build lasting relationships with clients across industries, including government contracts, technology, healthcare, defense, customs and aerospace, to establish the legal foundations that protect what they have built. Our goal is to provide business owners with high-quality legal representation at a cost-effective price point.
Founded in 2000 by Dr. George S. Robinson, III and his son, George S. Robinson, IV, the firm draws on a family tradition in public service and international law: decades of counsel at the Smithsonian Institution, NASA and the FAA, and the first Doctor of Civil Laws in aerospace law. That perspective shapes how we advise clients today, whether their work is local, national or global.
If your matter falls outside our listed practice areas, contact us anyway. We offer phone consultations to discuss your options and will either handle the matter directly or connect you with the right attorney from our professional network.
MarylandState bar · U.S. District Court · Fourth Circuit
VirginiaCommonwealth bar · U.S. District Court
MassachusettsState bar · U.S. District Court
New HampshireState bar · Certified mediation
Our Attorneys
Experienced counsel, personally engaged.
Online Inquiries
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Schedule a confidential meeting by completing our inquiry form or calling either office. We will work diligently to get back to you within 24 hours.
Maryland Office124 N. Main Street
Bel Air, MD 21014443-371-7248
Bel Air, MD 21014443-371-7248
Virginia Office43 Main Street
Warrenton, VA 20186443-371-7248
Warrenton, VA 20186443-371-7248
Practices
Focused counsel across the life of a business.
Our mission is to provide business owners with high-quality legal representation at a cost-effective price point.
Government Contracts
Support for government contractors through our ties to the Aberdeen Proving Ground military and research community.
- Prime, subcontract and teaming agreements
- Non-competition and non-solicitation agreements
- Bid protests
- Internal audits and RFP compliance reviews
- Inspector General investigations
- Organizational conflicts of interest (OCI)
Aerospace Law
Advice built on the firm's heritage: Dr. Robinson received the first Doctorate of Civil Laws in aerospace law, and the firm has expanded on that legacy.
- Launch vehicle acquisitions
- Satellite launches
- Launch insurance disputes
- Government regulatory matters
Litigation, Government Investigations and White-Collar Criminal Defense
Civil litigation and representation of individuals and organizations before federal and state authorities.
- Complex commercial and civil litigation
- Employment and non-compete disputes
- U.S. Attorney's Office, Congressional, SEC, FBI and EPA matters
Real Estate & Construction Litigation
Commercial real estate transactions, land development and construction litigation.
- Commercial real estate transactions
- Land development and land use
- Construction litigation
Intellectual Property
Protecting the trademarks, trade secrets, software and know-how that give technology, defense and aerospace companies their edge.
- Trademark strategy
- Trade secret protection
- Licensing and technology agreements
Our Team
Attorneys who understand business from the inside.
We represent small to mid-sized clients of all types and attend to their legal needs from the start-up phase through maturity.
Partner · Maryland Office
George S. Robinson, IV
Maryland · Massachusetts
Mr. Robinson co-founded The Robinson Law Firm with his father in 2000. Over more than two decades he has represented numerous start-ups and helped them grow into multi-million-dollar enterprises. His practice emphasizes business law in the technology, healthcare, defense and aerospace sectors, as well as international transactions, customs and tariff matters, and government investigations.
A former entrepreneur who started and sold several companies, he brings a business owner's perspective to his legal work. He also represents individuals and organizations facing federal and state investigations, including matters involving the U.S. Attorney's Office, Congress, the SEC, FBI and EPA, and handles complex civil litigation, employment and non-compete cases.
EDUCATION
- Oxford University, International Transactions, 1996
- University of Massachusetts School of Law, J.D., 1995
- Ohio Wesleyan University, B.A., Economics Management, 1990
- St. James School, St. James, MD
ADMISSIONS, LICENSES & BOARDS
- Maryland Bar; Massachusetts Bar
- U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
- U.S. Court of International Trade
- Title Insurance Producer, Maryland and Massachusetts
- Board of Advisors, M&T Bank
- Board of Directors, Havre de Grace Decoy Museum
Partner · Virginia Office
Whitson W. Robinson
Mr. Robinson earned his bachelor's degree in marine biology from Maine Maritime Academy before turning to law. After earning his law degree, he established his practice in Virginia, where he has served as town attorney.
His private practice covers land use, construction law, criminal matters, federal and state election law, and government contracts. He also represents clients in land use issues, election law matters and government investigations.
EDUCATION
- University of Baltimore School of Law, J.D., 2001
- Maine Maritime Academy, B.S., Marine Biology, 1996
- Woodberry Forest School, Woodberry Forest, VA
ADMISSIONS
- Commonwealth of Virginia Bar
- U.S. District Court, District of Virginia
- U.S. Court of International Trade
Of Counsel
James P. Nadeau, III
New Hampshire · Massachusetts
Mr. Nadeau practices law in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, handling civil litigation, personal injury, municipal law, real estate, business and corporate law, estate planning, workers' compensation and contract law.
He serves as Prosecuting Attorney for the Town of New Castle, New Hampshire Police Department, prosecuting non-felony criminal matters, and acts as general counsel for corporate entities. He is also a certified business mediator.
EDUCATION
- University of Massachusetts School of Law, J.D., 1995
- University of New Hampshire, B.A., History, 1992
ADMISSIONS & CERTIFICATIONS
- New Hampshire Bar; Massachusetts Bar
- U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
- Certified Mediator, Business
Office Manager
Virginia Smith
Virginia brings more than 20 years of experience in executive support and office management across the government and private sectors. As Office Manager, she oversees the firm's daily operations and helps clients stay informed throughout their matters.
Known for her organization, responsiveness, and attention to detail, Virginia provides a welcoming point of contact and works closely with the attorneys to ensure each client receives attentive, personalized service.
In Memoriam · Of Counsel
Dr. George S. Robinson, III
District of Columbia · Virginia
One of the preeminent international experts on aeronautical and space law, and the first recipient of a Doctor of Civil Laws in space law from McGill University.
Dr. Robinson spent 25 years as legal counsel at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C., handling domestic and international science research matters and serving as Congressional Liaison. Earlier he served as an International Relations Specialist and legal counsel at NASA and as legal counsel to the FAA. He published widely on space law and taught at George Mason, Oxford, McGill, George Washington and Georgetown Universities.
He passed away on February 4, 2018. The George S. and Ann K. Robinson Space Law Prize at McGill University honors his contributions to the field.
EDUCATION
- McGill University, LL.M. and Doctor of Civil Laws (Aerospace Law)
- University of Virginia, LL.B.
- Bowdoin College, B.S., Biochemistry
- St. Albans School, Washington, D.C.
ADMISSIONS
- District of Columbia Bar
- Commonwealth of Virginia Bar
- U.S. District Court, District of Virginia
- United States Supreme Court
An International Perspective
Rooted in Maryland and Virginia. Trained to think globally.
Our clients compete in markets that do not stop at the state line. We bring an international outlook to every engagement, from cross-border agreements to matters that leave the planet entirely.
International trade
Admitted to practice before the United States Court of International Trade, the federal court that hears customs, tariff and trade disputes, supporting clients that buy, sell and partner across borders.
International transactions
Our attorneys practice before international arbitration panels and the U.S. Court of International Trade, and advise clients on agreements with foreign partners, suppliers and investors.
Our attorneys practice before the Court of International Trade on U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) matters, including tariffs and International Emergency Economic Powers Act (“IEEPA”) tariff refunds.
Aerospace & space law
A legacy built by Dr. George S. Robinson, III, the first recipient of a Doctor of Civil Laws in space law from McGill University and counsel to the Smithsonian, NASA and the FAA.
Working Across Borders
Matters with an international dimension
Launch services, satellite programs and defense supply chains routinely involve foreign governments, insurers and manufacturers. Our aerospace and government contracts practices are built for that environment.
For companies entering new markets or taking on overseas partners, we draft and negotiate the agreements that define the relationship, and we coordinate with trusted counsel abroad when local law applies.
Contact
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Whether you are dealing with business law, land development, government contracts, civil litigation or a matter with an international dimension, we are ready to help. Complete the inquiry form or call either office.
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Maryland Office124 N. Main Street
Bel Air, MD 21014443-371-7248
Bel Air, MD 21014443-371-7248
Virginia Office43 Main Street
Warrenton, VA 20186443-371-7248
Warrenton, VA 20186443-371-7248
Outside our practice areas?
Call us anyway. We offer phone consultations and will either handle your matter or connect you with the right attorney in our network.
