Robert H. Traurig
American lawyer and businessman (1925–2018)
Robert H. Traurig | |
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| Born | (1925-06-09)June 9, 1925 Waterbury, Connecticut, U.S. |
| Died | July 17, 2018(2018-07-17) (aged 93) Miami, Florida, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Miami University of Miami School of Law |
| Known for | Founder of Greenberg Traurig |
Robert H. Traurig (June 9, 1925[1] – July 17, 2018)[2] was an American lawyer and businessman who was one of three founders of the Greenberg Traurig, a law and lobbying firm in 1967.[3] The firm grew throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries to become one of the largest law firms in the United States.
Early life and education
He received a Bachelor's degree from the University of Miami and a Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law.[3] At the University of Miami, he was inducted into the Iron Arrow Honor Society, the highest award bestowed by the university.
Career
In 1967, Traurig co-founded Greenberg Traurig, a law and lobbying firm, initially based exclusively in Miami, which has grown to include approximately 2,650 attorneys and former government professionals in 42 offices across the world. as of 2022[update], Greenberg Taurig is the ninth-largest law firm in the nation.
References
- ^ The Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, Volume 6. Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, Incorporated. 2000. ISBN 9781561603763.
- ^ "Greenberg Traurig Co-Founder, Legal Titan Robert H. Traurig, Has Died". Daily Business Review. 17 July 2018.
- ^ a b "Traurig Honored by Colleagues at Biltmore Banquet". Archived from the original on 13 December 2012. Retrieved 23 December 2012.
External links
- Obituary at Greenberg Traurig
- Obituary at the University of Miami
- Obituary at Law.com
