360° Private, Public and Government Legal Experience

Mr. Robinson brings over 30 years of experience in private practice, government investigations, and representation of public and private companies and individuals in a wide assortment of transactional matters and commercial disputes.  

Mr. Robinson represents private and public companies, hedge funds, and private equity funds, and is often brought in by clients to act as an Outside General Counsel. As a former public company Chief Operating Officer and Chief Legal Officer, he has directed mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity financings, complex litigation, SEC compliance, complex corporate governance issues, and employment matters. Mr. Robinson's litigation experience includes private practice, government, and public company handling of internal investigations, securities litigation, class actions, white-collar matters, employment disputes, and intellectual property and banking litigation.

Paul L. Robinson, Esq. LLC

Outside General Counsel Services

Small and mid-sized companies often require the services of a dedicated, in-house general counsel but may not have the budget for such a position. Mr. Robinson delivers general counsel services at a reduced cost. Companies seeking daily legal counseling can benefit from the Outside General Counsel Services, which offer timely legal advice and representation with built-in cost certainty.

Mr. Robinson customizes his offerings to meet each client's needs. This may include contract negotiation, corporate governance assistance, employment law counseling, patent and trademark advice, participation in management and board meetings, support in routine commercial disputes, and management of outside counsel relationships.

Mr. Robinson delivers legal advice on a variety of issues, ensuring businesses have peace of mind regarding integrity and risk management. His background as a general counsel, in-house attorney, and business consultant gives him a unique understanding of his clients' operational needs. He has extensive experience in complex business transactions, contract negotiations, corporate generation, shareholder/membership/partner agreements, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, employment and labor issues, and litigation management.

Mr. Robinson works on short- or long-term contract engagements, working part-time or full-time for varying durations. Mr. Robinson’s services can be provided under an alternative fee model, typically involving a fixed monthly retainer that covers all services within the scope of engagement. Fee structures may vary, with options such as fixed fees, risk-sharing arrangements, or "cap and floor" features to adjust according to actual activity levels.

Mr. Robinson has worked with a diverse range of clients, including Fortune 500 companies, startups, and small to mid-cap firms. He handles day-to-day legal needs, including drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and providing advice on specific legal matters.

Mr. Robinson’s services include, among other areas:

Corporate Governance: Attorneys assist startup companies with legal considerations, such as selecting a corporate structure, raising capital, establishing co-founder arrangements, drafting website terms of use, managing vendor contracts, and addressing employment matters.

Commercial Transactions and Contracts: Attorneys manage the commercial legal needs of companies across various sectors, handling transactions related to technology and more.

Outside Counsel and Litigation: Many clients choose traditional law firms for litigation and large M&A transactions. Attorneys from Mr. Robinson's Outside Counsel Services manage client relationships with these outside firms, focusing on optimizing results and controlling legal expenses.

Mr. Robinson has provided Outside General Counsel Services for the following companies and private equity groups:

Addman Engineering

AquaShip

Ascent Aerospace

Austin Powder

Brock Services

Carlstar Group

Comverse Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: CMVT)

Canam

Current Lighting

Dexter Axle Company

Era Group, Inc. (NYSE:   ERA)

Gopher Resources

Harbinger

Harte Hanks

HC2

Manroland | GOSS

Nexpera

Optimas

Presstek

Rand Logistics, Inc.

RelaDyne – Suncoast Resources

Rev Group, Inc.  (NYSE:   REVG)

Seacor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CKH)

Strike

Ulticom, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULCM)

Verico Technology

Verint Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRNT)

V2X (NYSE: VVX)

American Industrial Partners

Oaktree Capital Management

Duration Capital Partners

Behrens Investment Group