Robert G. Ames
Partner
Bob frequently represents defendants facing claimed violations of Title III (Public Accommodations and Services Operated by Private Entities) of the Americans with Disabilities Act. He has negotiated labor contracts, incorporating merit pay concepts and other cost containment features. He has a proven record of helping clients avoid the disruption and cost of litigation. His clients appreciate his ability to express arcane legal principles and requirements in simple terms that laypersons can understand. He is known for his ability to identify potential problems quickly and recommend practical solutions.
Experience
Experience
Representative Matters
- Successfully defended an employer in an eight-day trial on a former employee’s age and sex discrimination claims
- Obtained an “interest” arbitration award on behalf of a public sector client, allowing the organization to make significant cost-saving modifications to its employee health insurance plans
Insights
Insights
Credentials
Credentials
Education
- J.D. with honors George Washington University Law School
- Member, Law Review Staff
- Order of the Coif
- B.B.A. Temple University
Bar Admissions
- District of Columbia
- Georgia
- Maryland
Professional Memberships and Activities
- Fellow, College of Labor and Employment Lawyers
- Member, American Bar Association, Labor Law Section
Recognition
Recognition
- The Best Lawyers in America, Employment Law, Management and Labor Law, Management, 2006 – 2021, 2023 – 2025
- Chambers USA, Labor and Employment, 2004 – 2019
- Martindale-Hubbell, AV® Peer Review Rated
- Super Lawyers, Employment and Labor, Washington, DC, 2007 – 2022
- Washington Business Journal, Top Lawyers, Labor and Employment, 2007