Robert E. Smith

Commercial Litigation

5.0 (1 reviews)

New York, New York

65+ years experience

Katten

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

212-940-8800

https://katten.com/Robert-E-Smith

50 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10020-1605

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Bio

Robert E. Smith has more than 40 years of experience litigating complex commercial and business matters of all kinds. Robert represents clients in the areas of securities, accountants' liability, shareholder suits, real estate, environmental and product liability.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

New York

State Capital

Albany

Highest Court

New York Court of Appeals

Bar Association

New York State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Commercial Litigation
Recognized: Litigation - Real Estate
Practice Area: Litigation - Environmental
Practice Area: Litigation - Securities

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2003

Education

Harvard University, J.D., graduated 1960

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Reviews

Margaret Gomez

3 months ago

A Master Strategist for Complex Commercial Litigation

When our firm faced a high-stakes securities dispute with potentially ruinous liability, we turned to Robert Smith. His profound experience, spanning over four decades, was immediately apparent. Mr. Smith didn't just litigate; he crafted a nuanced strategy that leveraged his deep knowledge of both securities law and accountants' liability, areas where he is rightly recognized. His analysis was razor-sharp, his counsel steady and pragmatic. The result was a favorable settlement that protected our business's future. Working with a Harvard-trained attorney of his caliber, whose career began in 1960, is to benefit from a lifetime of wisdom. He is the definitive choice for serious commercial matters.