Robert J. "Rob" Stoney, Personal Injury Attorney in Fairfax, Virginia
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury and Product Liability
Fairfax, VA
Practicing personal injury in Fairfax since 1987.
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- Years practicing
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Robert J. "Rob" Stoney is an attorney based in Fairfax, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Robert has over 39 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Fairfax, VIRGINIA
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Personal Injury and Product Liability matters from Fairfax, VIRGINIA.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Washington (D.C.) (2021).
About Robert J. "Rob" Stoney: Robert J. "Rob" Stoney is an attorney based in Fairfax, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Robert has over 39 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Robert's practice areas in Fairfax
Robert concentrates on personal injury and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Personal Injury cases in Fairfax, Virginia
Robert takes personal injury matters in Fairfax, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Fairfax, Virginia
Robert takes product liability matters in Fairfax, Virginia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
Robert J. "Rob" Stoney, personal injury attorney serving Fairfax
Robert J. "Rob" Stoney is an attorney based in Fairfax, VIRGINIA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury and Product Liability. Robert has over 39 years of legal experience. Robert works from Fairfax, Virginia and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Rob’s practice focuses on major automobile, commercial truck and bus crashes, products liability, wrongful death and traumatic brain injury cases – these are complicated and important cases. “Our clients are good people who have had devastating things happen to them and their loved ones.” Rob and his team keep a small docket of cases so they can devote their full attention to those they represent. “We treat each client like they are a part of our family. We understand that their families have been shattered by the carelessness of others and they rely on us to help them rebuild their lives.”
Rob's litigation philosophy is simple - he takes a few cases and devotes his full attention to those he represents. His clients are often very badly hurt and the defendants are typically corporations or individuals who have refused to take responsibility for their actions.
Rob also has a strong and long standing commitment to our community, both locally and statewide. He has initiated a program to improve pedestrian and bicyclist safety. He has dedicated thousands of hours to pro bono and legal aid programs to ensure that everyone, no matter how poor or disenfranchised, has equal access to justice. Through "Trial Lawyers Still Care" he encourages all Virginia trial lawyers to take at least one deserving case each year and donate the amount that would have been their fee to legal aid for the poor.
Rob practices in courts throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia and has litigated cases throughout the United Sates, and as far away as Germany, Australia and China.
Robert's approach to personal injury cases
Rob’s practice focuses on major automobile, commercial truck and bus crashes, products liability, wrongful death and traumatic brain injury cases – these are complicated and important cases. “Our clients are good people who have had devastating things happen to them and their loved ones.” Rob and his team keep a small docket of cases so they can devote their full attention to those they…
The kind of cases Robert takes
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury and product liability matters in Fairfax and the surrounding Virginia area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Robert studied and practices
College of William & Mary
J.D. · 1987
University of Virginia
B.A. · 1982
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
Virginia, Virginia S
1987 · ACTIVE
Virginia
1987 · ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in College of William & Mary and B.A. in University of Virginia.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in College of William & Mary and B.A. in University of Virginia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Virginia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Robert's legal honors and published work
Robert has received 25 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Washington (D.C.)
2021
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Washington (DC)
2017
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Washington (DC)
2013
Lawyer of the Year — Washingtonian Magazine, Selected Top 1% of Lawyers in Washington (D.C. Personal Injury)
2008
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Brain Injury
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Catastrophic Injury
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Premises Liability
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trucking Accidents
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wrongful Death
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rated AV by Martindale-Hubbell (1998-present)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Award for Extraordinary Public Service to the Supreme Court of Virginia (2009)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — James Keith Public Service Award - Fairfax Bar Association (1997)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Washingtonian Magazine, Selected Top 1% of Lawyers in Washington, D.C. Personal Injury (2008)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Virginia Business Legal Elite - Pro Bono / Legal Services (2004-2009)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Legal Times Best Lawyers - Personal Injury (2006-present)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers - Washington, D.C.(2005-present)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Commercial Litigation Lawyers, Litigation Magazine (2006)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Washington (D.C.) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Washington (DC) (2017). Lawyer of the Year — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Washington (DC) (2013). Lawyer of the Year — Washingtonian Magazine, Selected Top 1% of Lawyers in Washington (D.C. Personal Injury) (2008). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
Locations
Robert J. "Rob" Stoney's office in Fairfax
Robert's primary office is at 4020 University Drive, Suite 300, Fairfax, Virginia, 22030. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Robert J. "Rob" Stoney — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Fairfax, Virginia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Robert
Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert J. "Rob" Stoney
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Virginia typically take?
Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Fairfax?
Robert is licensed in Virginia. Matters governed by Virginia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Robert will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Robert?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Robert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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