Robert M. Gippin, ADR Attorney in Akron, Ohio
Over 53 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Litigation · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PrincipalatRoderick Linton Belfance, LLP
Akron, OH
Practicing adr in Akron since 1973.
- 53+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 6
- Bar admissions
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Robert M. Gippin is a principal based in Akron, OH. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Litigation. Robert has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Roderick Linton Belfance, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Akron, OH
- Experience
- over 53 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Litigation
- Handles ADR, Business, and Litigation matters from Akron, OH.
- Over 53 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Robert M. Gippin: Robert M. Gippin is a principal based in Akron, OH. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Litigation. Robert has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Roderick Linton Belfance, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Robert's practice areas in Akron
Robert concentrates on adr, business, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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ADR cases in Akron, Ohio
Robert takes adr matters in Akron, Ohio. 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.
Business cases in Akron, Ohio
Robert takes business matters in Akron, Ohio. 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.
Litigation cases in Akron, Ohio
Robert takes litigation matters in Akron, Ohio. 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 M. Gippin, adr attorney serving Akron
Robert M. Gippin is a principal based in Akron, OH. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Litigation. Robert has over 53 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Roderick Linton Belfance, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Robert works from Akron, Ohio and takes on adr matters across the region.
Bob is a partner at Roderick Linton Belfance, LLP. He is a former Judge of the Court of Common Pleas of Summit County, Ohio. Prior to going on the bench, Bob practiced law for over 30 years. His practice has involved complex civil litigation in state and federal courts in Ohio and throughout the country. While most of his cases have involved business issues, he has also often been involved in challenging constitutional, real estate, regulatory and intellectual property matters. His clients have included individuals, businesses, governmental units and officials, not-for-profit entities and a bankruptcy trustee of two large businesses, as both plaintiffs and defendants.
Bob has been involved in over sixty reported decisions of trial and appellate courts. He has tried over fifty cases to juries and presided over many others as a trial judge, including both civil and criminal matters. He has decided a number of very significant business matters. Bob has been active in legal professional organizations, particularly the Akron Bar Association. He has successfully prosecuted very complex legal proceedings to discipline attorneys who committed ethical violations. He is committed to alternative dispute resolution, as a cost-efficient method of resolving business issues, in particular. He has chaired the Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee of the Akron Bar Association and is an arbitrator and mediator for the American Arbitration Association.
Civic involvement has been very important to Bob. Over many years, he has served on boards dedicated to reducing adult illiteracy, recovery from mental illness and substance abuse, furthering the audiology profession and increasing diversity and cultural understanding.
Bob was admitted to the Ohio bar in 1975. He is admitted as well in the federal district courts for Northern Ohio and Eastern Michigan, the federal appeals courts for the Sixth and District of Columbia Circuits and the United States Supreme Court. He is a member of the Akron, Ohio, Federal and American Bar Associations. He is rated AV in the Martindale Hubbell Law Directory.
Bob grew up in Akron and still lives there. He is married, has four grown children and one grandchild. He graduated from Dartmouth College in 1969 and from Harvard Law School in 1973.
How Robert handles adr matters
Bob is a partner at Roderick Linton Belfance, LLP. He is a former Judge of the Court of Common Pleas of Summit County, Ohio. Prior to going on the bench, Bob practiced law for over 30 years. His practice has involved complex civil litigation in state and federal courts in Ohio and throughout the country. While most of his cases have involved business issues, he has also often been involved in…
The kind of cases Robert takes
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and litigation matters in Akron and the surrounding Ohio area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Robert studied and practices
Harvard Law School
J.D. · 1973
Dartmouth College
A.B. · 1969
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2009 · ACTIVE
U.S. Courts of Appea
2008 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1997 · ACTIVE
U.S. Courts of Appea
1975 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1975 · ACTIVE
Ohio
1973 · ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in Harvard Law School and A.B. in Dartmouth College.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in Harvard Law School and A.B. in Dartmouth College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Ohio is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Robert's legal honors and published work
Robert has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Robert M. Gippin's office in Akron
Robert's primary office is at 50 South Main Street, 10th Floor, Akron, OH, 44308. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Roderick Linton Belfance, LLP
50 South Main Street, 10th Floor
Akron, OH 44308
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How to hire Robert M. Gippin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr 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 adr attorney in Akron, Ohio
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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 adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert M. Gippin
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a adr 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 adr attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Ohio typically take?
Simple adr 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 Akron?
Robert is licensed in Ohio. Matters governed by Ohio 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 adr 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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