Robert Smith is a partner at K&L Gates in Seattle, specializing in environmental, land use, and natural resources law since January 2020. With extensive experience in governmental and regulatory permitting, real estate, renewable energy, and tribal law, Robert provides robust legal support in these areas. Prior to K&L Gates, Robert was a partner at Plauché & Carr LLP from April 2013 to January 2020, focusing on land use and environmental issues, particularly for clients in the shellfish industry across Washington and California. Between January 2011 and March 2013, Robert served as an attorney at Jenkins & Hogin, LLP, representing municipal and public agencies, including positions as Assistant City Attorney for multiple cities. Robert's legal career began as a junior associate at Latham & Watkins from June 2005 to December 2010, gaining broad experience in land use entitlements and litigation. Robert earned a J.D. in Land Use and Environmental Law from the University of California, Los Angeles, and a B.A. in Political Science and Philosophy from Northwestern University.
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