Robert has distinguished himself as one of the Midwest's most respected trial lawyers. He has tried over 100 cases around the country, ranging from complex wrongful death, products liability and commercial litigation to auto and premises lawsuits. He was voted one of the top personal injury defense lawyers in Indianapolis by a poll of Indianapolis attorneys (Indianapolis Monthly); and he is a frequent lecturer and is listed in the Who's Who in Law. On 11/17/00, Robert was installed as a Diplomat of the Indiana Defense Trial Counsel. In 2004, 2005 and 2006, Robert was listed in the top 5% of Indiana lawyers and was named as a "Superlawyer" for the state. In addition, he was selected by his peers to be among those honored in the 2006 and 2007 volumes of The Best Lawyers in America. Robert has combined his lawyering skills and natural leadership ability with his business and insurance background to nurture and develop a community of trial and business lawyers at Lewis Wagner. Along with his partners, he has applied his leadership, mentoring and teaching skills to create a tradition of excellence that will enable the firm to meet the challenges of the future. Not only has Robert made an impact on the legal community and the firm , but he has contributed significantly in the areas of politics and community service. He has been active in governmental affairs and the Indianapolis community for years and for the past twelve years has served as the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the White River State Park Development Commission.