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also known as Robert J. Girard II
Robert J. Girard II is a founding partner of Girard Bengali, APC, and has more than 16 years of experience in the areas of securities litigation, arbitration and employment disputes. As a result of his experience, dedication and skill, Mr. Girard has built a reputation as a fierce and effective advocate for his clients. Pragmatic and incisive, Mr. Girard approaches each case with a keen eye toward meeting his clients’ needs and exceeding their expectations.
Mr. Girard applies his tenacity to each case, with demonstrated results. Mr. Girard has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of his investor clients from some of the biggest Wall Street brokerages. As part of his success as a trial lawyer, Mr. Girard has extensive experience with claims unique to the securities industry, such as unsuitable recommendations, unauthorized trading and proprietary product failures, and a broad range of financial and investment products, including stocks, bonds, options, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), private placements, mutual funds, hedge funds, variable annuities, derivatives, and commodities.
Before law school, Mr. Girard first completed his undergraduate education at the University of Maryland, College Park, in 1996. He then went on to attend the Seton Hall University School of Law, from where he graduated cum laude with his Juris Doctor in 2001. He was admitted to practice law in California in 2001. Following law school, Mr. Girard worked at two major law firms in Los Angeles, specializing in securities arbitration and litigation. His skill and determination have allowed him to build a reputation as a dedicated and fierce representative of his clients' interests.
From 2015 through 2018, Mr. Girard was named to the Southern California Super Lawyers list, and for three consecutive years (2012-2014), he was selected to the Southern California Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers Magazine, a designation earned by less than 2.5% of attorneys under the age of forty.
Dedicated to his profession, Mr. Girard is actively involved in multiple legal organizations. His memberships include the Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association (PIABA), Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA), the American Bar Association and the Italian American Lawyers Association of Los Angeles, among others.
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Acquired: 2001
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333 S. Grand Ave., Suite 4375, Los Angeles, CA, 90071
23 Corporate Plaza Dr., Suite 210, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
11 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Recommendation
Posted by anonymous | April 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Securities & Investment Fraud
Very professional and effective
Robert was referred to me by my new financial advisor to deal with an embezzlement issue. He was very responsive, walked me through the process and was very knowledgeable. He effectively put together a great case against the respondent and was able to procure a sizable settlement to resolve our matte...
Posted by anonymous | September 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Exceptional Litigation
Girard/Bengali are highly skilled, respected, and sought after for a reason. You want this superior dedicated team to represent you. They are prepared, and clients are well advised. They are strategic and observant. The precision in which they cross examine witnesses is like watching a masterful ...
Posted by Joanna | February 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Exceptional Employment Attorneys
I highly recommend Girard Bengali for employment representation. It is very difficult to find an attorney who cares as much about your case as you do, and both Bob and Omar not only met my expectations, but exceeded them. Their attention to detail and aggressive persistence distinguishes them as ex...
Posted by Kimmy | February 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Financial Markets and Services
#1 Employment and Securities Lawyer in the Country
Bob is one of best FINRA lawyers in this country. Don't think twice about the cost when it comes to hiring the best. He is worth more than he charges. If you don't hire him first, you will eventually go back to hire him or regret not hiring him in the first place. This is exactly what happened to me....
Posted by Praveen | January 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
Securities and Investment Recovery
Bob is very hard-working, honest and an aggressive attorney that fights for his clients with successful results. He is very straight forward and sets his clients expectations upfront. His strategy, negotiation skills and execution on my case resulted in great success. He is very responsive, a true pr...
Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Nov 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Robert is the best in his field. An expert and specialist with the highest degree of integrity and quality representation. Simply the best."
"Not only does Robert possess expansive legal knowledge, but he is also an aggressive and efficient litigator. Robert takes on defendants of any size, even some of America’s largest corporations, because achieving justice for victims is his first priority. I strongly endorse him."
Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Jun 28
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Bob is a hard-working, talented attorney who is an aggressive advocate for his clients. His knowledge and experience in handling securities litigation and arbitration are an invaluable asset in these matters."
"Bob and I worked together for many years. He is responsive, fair and knowledgeable. I have no hesitations in recommending Bob."
"I have worked for (and now with) Bob for several years. He is a top notch attorney. He's an aggressive advocate for his clients, providing unparalleled service."
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Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers Magazine
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016 - Present
Founding Partner, Girard Bengali, APC
2007 - 2016
Partner, Freeman, Freeman & Smiley, LLP
2003 - 2007
Assistant Attorney, Jones, Bell, Abbott, Fleming & Fitzgerald, LLP
2016 - Present
Public Investors Arbitration Bar Association (PIABA)Member, Various Committees
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2001
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2009
Guilty Until Proven Innocent – What You Need to Know About FINRA Arbitration
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