Dean H. Robb
Admiralty and Maritime Law
Admiralty and Maritime Law
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Dean Robb is a partner in the firm's Honolulu office and is a member of the Corporate & Business Practice Group. He concentrates his practice on corporate business, finance, construction, acquisitions, ocean and maritime activities, administrative law, government procurement, and international transactions. Admitted to bars throughout the Pacific, Mr. Robb also has considerable experience in the U.S. Pacific islands, including Guam, Saipan and Micronesia. He continues an active practice in these areas. Recently, Mr. Robb was named Best Lawyers' 2018 Honolulu Admiralty & Maritime Law Lawyer of the year; he was previously named Lawyer of the Year in 2012. Only one attorney each year is singled out for this award. He has been listed in Best Lawyers of America continuously since 2005.He has represented a variety of commercial interests throughout the Pacific including shipping, recreation activity providers (tour boats, water sports, etc.) and resorts, design and construction firms, insurance interests, financial institutions and business concerns of almost every type. Mr. Robb's clients also include governments in Asia and the Pacific Basin, Japanese trading companies, international construction consortiums, international banks, marine P & I clubs, as well as shipping and fishing companies.Prior to joining Carlsmith Ball, Mr. Robb was Assistant Attorney General for the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, a consultant to the United Nations and a consultant to the Asia Pacific Bank.Prior EmploymentTrust Territory of the Pacific Islands,Assistant Attorney GeneralDistinctionsSelected as Best Lawyers' 2018 Honolulu Admiralty & Maritime Law Lawyer of the Year.Selected as Best Lawyers' 2012 Honolulu Admiralty & Maritime Law Lawyer of the Year.Selected by attorney peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America 2018, Admiralty & Maritime Law; listed since 2005Selected by attorney peers for inclusion in Super Lawyers for Transportation/Maritime and Business/Corporate LawHighest "AV" Professional Rating, Martindale-Hubbell Law DirectoryAffiliationsHawai`i State Bar AssociationMaritime Law Association of the United StatesPacific Rim Maritime Law AssociationInter-Pacific Bar Association Dean Robb is a partner in the firm's Honolulu office and is a member of the Corporate & Business Practice Group. He concentrates his practice on corporate business, finance, construction, acquisitions, ocean and maritime activities, administrative law, government procurement, and international transactions. Admitted to bars throughout the Pacific, Mr. He has been listed in Best Lawyers of America continuously since 2005. He has represented a variety of commercial interests throughout the Pacific including shipping, recreation activity providers (tour boats, water sports, etc.) and resorts, design and construction firms, insurance interests, financial institutions and business concerns of almost every type. Mr. Robb's clients also include governments in Asia and the Pacific Basin, Japanese trading companies, international construction consortiums, international banks, marine P & I clubs, as well as shipping and fishing companies. Prior to joining Carlsmith Ball, Mr. Robb was Assistant Attorney General for the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, a consultant to the United Nations and a consultant to the Asia Pacific Bank. Prior Employment Distinctions Affiliations
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2005
Eric Jones
Dean Robb provided exceptional counsel during our company's acquisition of a commercial fishing vessel. His deep knowledge of both corporate transactions and the specific nuances of maritime law was immediately apparent. He deftly navigated the financing, title issues, and regulatory compliance, saving us from several potential pitfalls. His recognition as Lawyer of the Year in Admiralty and Maritime Law is clearly well-earned. While his billing structure is standard for a partner of his caliber and experience, communication response times could occasionally be a day or two during particularly busy periods. Overall, his strategic insight from 20 years in Hawaii's business and maritime community was invaluable, and I would confidently engage his services again for complex corporate or maritime matters.