Douglas Robinson

Doug has defended individual, multi-party and class-action claims in various industries, including medical device, automotive, machinery, agriculture, construction, consumer goods, commercial transportation and insurance . As lead trial counsel, he has obtained defense verdicts and litigated cases in multiple jurisdictions throughout the country. In California, he has represented clients in complex coordinated and consolidated proceedings involving multiple defendants and plaintiffs. In addition to product liability litigation, Doug has represented clients in a variety of cases and business disputes involving shareholder issues, large public construction works projects and disputes over asset ownership including intellectual property rights. His cases have involved patents, publicity rights, trademarks and trade secrets. He is registered to practice before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Before his law career, Doug obtained an engineering degree and worked as a systems analyst, developing business process improvements using computer and telecommunication applications. His unique background of engineering and litigation experience allows him to assist clients with developments in autonomous vehicle technology and the accompanying regulations, and he regularly presents and authors articles on the subject.