team-member

Robert Blair

Charlotte, NC

Licensed for 30 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Divorce and separation

Language

English

About

Rob has practiced family law for 25 years. He has tried cases in our family courts and witnessed first-hand the destruction the traditional adversarial system can exact upon families and children. For the last 10 years, Rob has focused the majority of his family law practice on alternative dispute resolution with great success, and helping clients resolve their family law disputes mostly through negotiation, mediation, and collaboration, allowing clients and families to make it through to the other side in a much more positive manner. Rob believes that litigation should be a last resort.Rob has been a board certified specialist in Family Law since 2002, and is also certified as a family financial mediator. He has been recognized every year since 2007 by Business North Carolina Magazine in its “Legal Elite,” and received the top number of votes in the state in 2016. He has also been recognized each year since 2007 by Law and Politics Magazine as a “Super Lawyer.” He has been included in “Best Lawyers in America” every year since 2011. Rob has also been designated through Martindale-Hubbell by his peers as “AV Preeminent,” which is the highest designation recognized. He has served on numerous committees through both the state and local bar, including serving on the Family Law Council of the North Carolina State Bar, and as a former co-chair of the Family Law Section of the Mecklenburg County Bar.Rob is married and has two teenage boys as well as a teenaged-acting chocolate lab. He spends his free time serving on various committees and community outreach through his church and chasing his children around the Southeast to watch them play soccer. When he has a free moment, Rob enjoys reading, exercising and playing an occasional round of golf.

Practices Areas

Child custody

Divorce and separation

Family

Language

English

Contact

Essex Richards, Pa1701 South BlvdCharlotte, NC, 28203-4727 Office (704) 377-4300 Fax (704) 372-1357 1701 South BlvdCharlotte, NC, 28203-4727 Office (704) 377-4300(704) 377-4300 Fax (704) 372-1357(704) 372-1357

Office: (704) 703-7948

Website: N/A

Reviews

Erin
June 20, 2019

Rob is an insightful, approachable, and confidently focused lawyer. His concern for families, and the children involved, is A+ in my book. I have recommended him to others numerous times.

Sari
February 19, 2019

I cannot recommend Rob Blair and his staff enough. They exuded positivity and professionalism in every interaction. Rob's advice was excellent and also measured, which I very much appreciated, and I felt confident that we were on the right course every step of the way. He and his staff were prompt and attentive to details and I felt very supported during what was a difficult process. Most importantly, I felt that Rob really took the time to know exactly where I was coming from and provided strong representation and advocacy while respecting the type of tone I wished to strike. Because of Rob's help, I ended up receiving back child support that was owed to me. I would recommend him to anyone needing a family lawyer for any reason.

anonymous
February 16, 2018

As I'm sure is the case in most divorce proceedings, I entered the process full of fear and trepidation for what the future would hold. I had only experienced predatory lawyers who took advantage of the highly charged, emotional environment to extract fees and exert leverage without regard for the damage wrought on those involved. From the very first meeting, Rob was amazing. He approaches the process with a deep respect for all involved, and is caring and calm even in the most stressful situations. He is supported all of our arbitration and was able to diffuse even the most hostile and aggressive confrontations. Throughout the process he always anchored on searching for the outcome that would serve all parties in the best way for the long term, which was critical for me given the fact that creating a balanced and healthy outcome for my children was among my biggest concern. While extremely thoughtful and balanced, Rob was also a strong advocate for my interests and was creative in leverage a wide range of techniques to influence the outcome on my behalf. We approached every session as a true team, and I knew Rob would always have my back however the meeting would unfold. Even now, almost 6 years after the process is complete I continue to reply on Rob for advice and guidance in how to navigate our new reality, and count him as one of my most trusted advisors.

anonymous
February 16, 2018

As the CEO of a $9 billion organization my martital estate was a bit complicated. So I needed an attorney who had dealt with very complex situations, while being very efficient with my time, and who was also able to help maintain an even keel during a very emotionally challenging rollercoaster process. Rob Blair helped me with all the above and more. We not only reached a very fair agreement, but did so with the highest degree of professionalism and integrity. I would recommend Rob without hesitation.

Tom
October 6, 2017

There is absolutely nothing good about divorce and the entire divorce process. It is emotionally charged and often confusing. Rob Blair was the calm in the storm!! He is extremely competent in navigating North Carolina family law as well as navigating the pitfalls and land mines that are undoubtedly ahead. He works really well with the spouses attorney and his staff is friendly, responsive and efficient...no wasted time or money!! Thanks Rob, I am not sure I would have survived that process as well as I did!!! Tom

Brian
September 28, 2017

Rob Blair was highly recommended to me, and I hired him as my divorce attorney immediately after the initial consultation. As a lawyer, Rob is exceptional. As a lawyer who acts as a friend and a guide through the darkest days of this unfair system, Rob was beyond excellent, a shoulder to cry on and a good man to lean on. Mediation based and resolution oriented, Rob handled the worst of kind of divorce lawyer hired by my ex-wife with patience, skill and diligence, and brought peace to my war, managing my anger and hurt with true compassion and expertise. Rob and his team, Becky, Sue and Lauren, were phenomenal. Thank you all with all my heart.

Deb
June 7, 2017

I have known Rob Blair since 2007. He is an exceptional family lawyer. Rob was my attorney through my divorce from a 31 year marriage and for my pre-nuptial agreement when I happily remarried 4 years later. While I can personally attest divorce is one of the most difficult things anyone will ever have to go through, Rob and his staff helped ease the pain by treating me like family during the entire process. They truly care and understand how hard, and sad, a divorce can be. I’m grateful for Rob’s wisdom, strength, and compassion as my advocate throughout my divorce. I give him my highest recommendation. There’s a good reason Business North Carolina magazine named Rob the top family law attorney in North Carolina on its 2016 list of “Legal Elite”, and Best Lawyers in America© has named him to its 2017 list in the fields of family law and family law mediation. He’s really that good.

Pattie
May 27, 2017

Rob is an excellent family attorney. Going through a divorce was an unpleasant experience. However, Rob's sensitive, caring and professional manner made me feel at ease through a very difficult time. His collaborative approach, timely communications and advocacy are second to none. His staff is equally as responsive and helpful.

Layne
May 16, 2017

Rob Blair is my attorney and he represented me throughout my divorce proceedings; he is a man of strong moral character who treats everyone with dignity and respect. Rob is a great communicator and his ability to reason and deal with opposing attorneys paved the way for a smooth process. His level of professionalism is second to none and the same pertains to his entire team. Rob’s knowledge of the law and his pragmatic approach to the challenges one is faced with when going through a divorce make him the best. I am so thankful that I had his representation and I highly recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney.

Whit
May 12, 2017

During a very challenging time in my life, Rob was a wonderful trusted adviser and advocate for me. I can not say enough about his perfect combination of knowledge of the relevant law, timely response to my repeated questions, experience with the opposing counsel, engaging personality and compassion for my situation.

Erin
June 20, 2019

Rob is an insightful, approachable, and confidently focused lawyer. His concern for families, and the children involved, is A+ in my book. I have recommended him to others numerous times.

Sari
February 19, 2019

I cannot recommend Rob Blair and his staff enough. They exuded positivity and professionalism in every interaction. Rob's advice was excellent and also measured, which I very much appreciated, and I felt confident that we were on the right course every step of the way. He and his staff were prompt and attentive to details and I felt very supported during what was a difficult process. Most importantly, I felt that Rob really took the time to know exactly where I was coming from and provided strong representation and advocacy while respecting the type of tone I wished to strike. Because of Rob's help, I ended up receiving back child support that was owed to me. I would recommend him to anyone needing a family lawyer for any reason.

anonymous
February 16, 2018

As I'm sure is the case in most divorce proceedings, I entered the process full of fear and trepidation for what the future would hold. I had only experienced predatory lawyers who took advantage of the highly charged, emotional environment to extract fees and exert leverage without regard for the damage wrought on those involved. From the very first meeting, Rob was amazing. He approaches the process with a deep respect for all involved, and is caring and calm even in the most stressful situations. He is supported all of our arbitration and was able to diffuse even the most hostile and aggressive confrontations. Throughout the process he always anchored on searching for the outcome that would serve all parties in the best way for the long term, which was critical for me given the fact that creating a balanced and healthy outcome for my children was among my biggest concern. While extremely thoughtful and balanced, Rob was also a strong advocate for my interests and was creative in leverage a wide range of techniques to influence the outcome on my behalf. We approached every session as a true team, and I knew Rob would always have my back however the meeting would unfold. Even now, almost 6 years after the process is complete I continue to reply on Rob for advice and guidance in how to navigate our new reality, and count him as one of my most trusted advisors.

anonymous
February 16, 2018

As the CEO of a $9 billion organization my martital estate was a bit complicated. So I needed an attorney who had dealt with very complex situations, while being very efficient with my time, and who was also able to help maintain an even keel during a very emotionally challenging rollercoaster process. Rob Blair helped me with all the above and more. We not only reached a very fair agreement, but did so with the highest degree of professionalism and integrity. I would recommend Rob without hesitation.

Tom
October 6, 2017

There is absolutely nothing good about divorce and the entire divorce process. It is emotionally charged and often confusing. Rob Blair was the calm in the storm!! He is extremely competent in navigating North Carolina family law as well as navigating the pitfalls and land mines that are undoubtedly ahead. He works really well with the spouses attorney and his staff is friendly, responsive and efficient...no wasted time or money!! Thanks Rob, I am not sure I would have survived that process as well as I did!!! Tom

Brian
September 28, 2017

Rob Blair was highly recommended to me, and I hired him as my divorce attorney immediately after the initial consultation. As a lawyer, Rob is exceptional. As a lawyer who acts as a friend and a guide through the darkest days of this unfair system, Rob was beyond excellent, a shoulder to cry on and a good man to lean on. Mediation based and resolution oriented, Rob handled the worst of kind of divorce lawyer hired by my ex-wife with patience, skill and diligence, and brought peace to my war, managing my anger and hurt with true compassion and expertise. Rob and his team, Becky, Sue and Lauren, were phenomenal. Thank you all with all my heart.

Deb
June 7, 2017

I have known Rob Blair since 2007. He is an exceptional family lawyer. Rob was my attorney through my divorce from a 31 year marriage and for my pre-nuptial agreement when I happily remarried 4 years later. While I can personally attest divorce is one of the most difficult things anyone will ever have to go through, Rob and his staff helped ease the pain by treating me like family during the entire process. They truly care and understand how hard, and sad, a divorce can be. I’m grateful for Rob’s wisdom, strength, and compassion as my advocate throughout my divorce. I give him my highest recommendation. There’s a good reason Business North Carolina magazine named Rob the top family law attorney in North Carolina on its 2016 list of “Legal Elite”, and Best Lawyers in America© has named him to its 2017 list in the fields of family law and family law mediation. He’s really that good.

Pattie
May 27, 2017

Rob is an excellent family attorney. Going through a divorce was an unpleasant experience. However, Rob's sensitive, caring and professional manner made me feel at ease through a very difficult time. His collaborative approach, timely communications and advocacy are second to none. His staff is equally as responsive and helpful.

Layne
May 16, 2017

Rob Blair is my attorney and he represented me throughout my divorce proceedings; he is a man of strong moral character who treats everyone with dignity and respect. Rob is a great communicator and his ability to reason and deal with opposing attorneys paved the way for a smooth process. His level of professionalism is second to none and the same pertains to his entire team. Rob’s knowledge of the law and his pragmatic approach to the challenges one is faced with when going through a divorce make him the best. I am so thankful that I had his representation and I highly recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney.

Whit
May 12, 2017

During a very challenging time in my life, Rob was a wonderful trusted adviser and advocate for me. I can not say enough about his perfect combination of knowledge of the relevant law, timely response to my repeated questions, experience with the opposing counsel, engaging personality and compassion for my situation.

Erin
June 20, 2019

Rob is an insightful, approachable, and confidently focused lawyer. His concern for families, and the children involved, is A+ in my book. I have recommended him to others numerous times.

Sari
February 19, 2019

I cannot recommend Rob Blair and his staff enough. They exuded positivity and professionalism in every interaction. Rob's advice was excellent and also measured, which I very much appreciated, and I felt confident that we were on the right course every step of the way. He and his staff were prompt and attentive to details and I felt very supported during what was a difficult process. Most importantly, I felt that Rob really took the time to know exactly where I was coming from and provided strong representation and advocacy while respecting the type of tone I wished to strike. Because of Rob's help, I ended up receiving back child support that was owed to me. I would recommend him to anyone needing a family lawyer for any reason.

anonymous
February 16, 2018

As I'm sure is the case in most divorce proceedings, I entered the process full of fear and trepidation for what the future would hold. I had only experienced predatory lawyers who took advantage of the highly charged, emotional environment to extract fees and exert leverage without regard for the damage wrought on those involved. From the very first meeting, Rob was amazing. He approaches the process with a deep respect for all involved, and is caring and calm even in the most stressful situations. He is supported all of our arbitration and was able to diffuse even the most hostile and aggressive confrontations. Throughout the process he always anchored on searching for the outcome that would serve all parties in the best way for the long term, which was critical for me given the fact that creating a balanced and healthy outcome for my children was among my biggest concern. While extremely thoughtful and balanced, Rob was also a strong advocate for my interests and was creative in leverage a wide range of techniques to influence the outcome on my behalf. We approached every session as a true team, and I knew Rob would always have my back however the meeting would unfold. Even now, almost 6 years after the process is complete I continue to reply on Rob for advice and guidance in how to navigate our new reality, and count him as one of my most trusted advisors.

anonymous
February 16, 2018

As the CEO of a $9 billion organization my martital estate was a bit complicated. So I needed an attorney who had dealt with very complex situations, while being very efficient with my time, and who was also able to help maintain an even keel during a very emotionally challenging rollercoaster process. Rob Blair helped me with all the above and more. We not only reached a very fair agreement, but did so with the highest degree of professionalism and integrity. I would recommend Rob without hesitation.

Tom
October 6, 2017

There is absolutely nothing good about divorce and the entire divorce process. It is emotionally charged and often confusing. Rob Blair was the calm in the storm!! He is extremely competent in navigating North Carolina family law as well as navigating the pitfalls and land mines that are undoubtedly ahead. He works really well with the spouses attorney and his staff is friendly, responsive and efficient...no wasted time or money!! Thanks Rob, I am not sure I would have survived that process as well as I did!!! Tom

Brian
September 28, 2017

Rob Blair was highly recommended to me, and I hired him as my divorce attorney immediately after the initial consultation. As a lawyer, Rob is exceptional. As a lawyer who acts as a friend and a guide through the darkest days of this unfair system, Rob was beyond excellent, a shoulder to cry on and a good man to lean on. Mediation based and resolution oriented, Rob handled the worst of kind of divorce lawyer hired by my ex-wife with patience, skill and diligence, and brought peace to my war, managing my anger and hurt with true compassion and expertise. Rob and his team, Becky, Sue and Lauren, were phenomenal. Thank you all with all my heart.

Deb
June 7, 2017

I have known Rob Blair since 2007. He is an exceptional family lawyer. Rob was my attorney through my divorce from a 31 year marriage and for my pre-nuptial agreement when I happily remarried 4 years later. While I can personally attest divorce is one of the most difficult things anyone will ever have to go through, Rob and his staff helped ease the pain by treating me like family during the entire process. They truly care and understand how hard, and sad, a divorce can be. I’m grateful for Rob’s wisdom, strength, and compassion as my advocate throughout my divorce. I give him my highest recommendation. There’s a good reason Business North Carolina magazine named Rob the top family law attorney in North Carolina on its 2016 list of “Legal Elite”, and Best Lawyers in America© has named him to its 2017 list in the fields of family law and family law mediation. He’s really that good.

Pattie
May 27, 2017

Rob is an excellent family attorney. Going through a divorce was an unpleasant experience. However, Rob's sensitive, caring and professional manner made me feel at ease through a very difficult time. His collaborative approach, timely communications and advocacy are second to none. His staff is equally as responsive and helpful.

Layne
May 16, 2017

Rob Blair is my attorney and he represented me throughout my divorce proceedings; he is a man of strong moral character who treats everyone with dignity and respect. Rob is a great communicator and his ability to reason and deal with opposing attorneys paved the way for a smooth process. His level of professionalism is second to none and the same pertains to his entire team. Rob’s knowledge of the law and his pragmatic approach to the challenges one is faced with when going through a divorce make him the best. I am so thankful that I had his representation and I highly recommend him to anyone in need of an attorney.

Whit
May 12, 2017

During a very challenging time in my life, Rob was a wonderful trusted adviser and advocate for me. I can not say enough about his perfect combination of knowledge of the relevant law, timely response to my repeated questions, experience with the opposing counsel, engaging personality and compassion for my situation.