Robert L. Armstrong
also known as Robert Louis Armstrong, RLA
About Robert
Biography
Who am I? I am a lawyer who has been practicing for almost 33 years. For that entire period of time, I have only handled personal injury cases, nothing else. I understand that the important things in life are not things at all...but integrity, values and loved ones..family and friends alike.
I do not represent corporations and I sure don’t represent insurance companies. I represent ordinary people. Why? Well, when I was about 22 years old, I was working on an oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico as a roustabout and later a part-time roughneck on a drilling floor. I was trying to make some high dollar quick money to save for law school tuition. One day while boarding a rig from a crew boat, I witnessed a boom of an enormous crane fall and as it fell it killed several men and severely injured several others within a few feet of where I was located. The boom fell due to a cable that had snapped. Several months later I entered my first year of law school and was haunted as to why that cable gave way killing those men. Obviously, it had not been inspected or maintained properly. Really, from that point on in my life I knew who I was going to represent and the type of law that I was going to practice. That is my story. I am licensed in three States: North Carolina, New York and New Jersey. I have tried cases in all three States both in State and Federal Court. I currently limit my practice to North Carolina but would have the ability to try cases in New York and New Jersey as well.
I do not advertise on television or by billboard or direct mail as some lawyers do. I don’t believe in it. Most of my clients have been referred by former clients, other attorneys and by word of mouth. Once a client, always a client. That is the goal. Relationships count.
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
41 years | 334 cases
41 years | 43 cases
41 years | 9 cases
41 years | 50 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Check
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Licensed in North Carolina for 35 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1990
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 37 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 41 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Robert L. Armstrong
404 N. 3rd St. Suite 105, Wilmington, NC, 28401
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Robert L. Armstrong's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
19 Client Reviews
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Posted by Louis | March 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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Robert handled my case in a prompt, professional manner. All dealings with his office were pleasant, courteous and expedient. Phone calls returned, questions answered, and results obtained quickly. Would recommend him without hesitation.
Robert L. Armstrong's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am impressed with Mr. Armstrong's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"
"It rare to find a truly passionate attorney who can combine the skills of keen legal insight and analysis, with a real and ready human touch that is truly client-centered. Robert Armstrong is just such an attorney. Robert deeply cares about his clients which is evidenced by the strong advocacy he provides to them. I am pleased to give Robert my highest professional recommendation"
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Robert L. Armstrong for 28 years. I have consulted with him and referred medical malpractice and personal injury cases for his handling. Robert is at the top of his profession. He is smart, truthful, trustworthy and he will treat you with kindness and consideration. Simply put, you will not find a better medical malpractice and personal injury attorney."
"I endorse Robert. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Bob for more than 28 years. We went to law school together, and have remained friends ever since. I frequently seek his advice on a range of issues, and I find it to be wise and well-considered. He is hard working, and a man of integrity. I would trust him to handle my case."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have always known Mr. Armstrong to be of the utmost moral character. He is an excellent trial lawyer, and it is my pleasure to endorse him."
"I have known Bob Armstrong for many years. He is an excellent, experienced, and prepared attorney. I highly reccomend him to anyone needing a trial attorney. They do not get any better than Bob."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is a thoughtful and careful lawyer who works diligently and strategically to recover his client's due. He tries cases regularly and has an excellent demeanor before a jury. If Mr. Armstrong has accepted your case, you can be sure he believes it is well-founded and he will use all the resources reasonably at his disposal to achieve the best results for you."
Workers compensation lawyer
Medical malpractice lawyer
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Personal injury lawyer
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Real estate lawyer
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Criminal defense lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
Commercial real estate lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
1997
Behavior Assessment and Ethical Elicitation, International Interviewing and Interrogation, LLC
Work Experience
1987 - 1991
Associate and then Junior Partner, Simonson, Hess & Leibowitz P.C.
Associations
2010 - Present
American Bar Association, Litigation Section, Trial Evidence CommitteeMember
2010 - Present
American Bar Association General, Solo and Small Firm Division Litigation CommitteeMember
2009 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Auto Torts SectionMember
2009 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Professional Negligence SectionMember
1991 - Present
North Carolina Advocates for JusticeSustaining member
1991 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
New Hanover County Bar AssociationMember
1985 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
$ 210,000.00
$ 750,000.00
$ 500,000.00
$ 150,000.00
$200,000.00
Confidential settlement
Confidential settlement
Confidential settlement
Confidential settlement
Confidential settlement
Education
1984
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
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