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Robb L. Voyles, Esq.

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
Houston, TX, United States

About

Robb L. Voyles offers over 40 years of legal expertise, having served as a senior executive, general counsel, and lead trial partner. His background includes significant roles at Halliburton, where he managed global legal, compliance, and government affairs, and at Baker Botts, where he led the litigation department. He has extensive experience in high-stakes domestic and international disputes, including class actions, intellectual property, and complex commercial litigation across various industries such as energy, technology, and finance.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Corporate & Finance Energy & Environment Healthcare & Life Sciences Insurance Intellectual Property Personal Injury & Torts Technology & Cyber

Professional Experience

JAMS (Neutral)
Halliburton (Executive Vice President
Secretary and General Counsel; Interim Chief Financial Officer)
Baker Botts L.L.P. (Partner; Chair of Litigation Department)
United States District Court
Southern District of Texas (Law Clerk to Hon. Ross N. Sterling)

Publications Leadership

  • Served as a speaker on topics including corporate governance, international arbitration, and legal department management at various industry conferences
  • Authored articles regarding litigation strategy and compliance for professional legal journals
  • Held leadership roles within the Litigation Section of the American Bar Association
  • Participated as a panelist for the Institute for Energy Law

Positioning Takeaways

His dual background as a trial lawyer and a C-suite executive makes him uniquely qualified for complex commercial and energy-related disputes requiring financial acumen.

License & Certifications

  • State Bar of Texas
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Ohio (inactive)

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
1982
B.S. in Accounting
University of Dayton
1979

Distinction

Combines deep courtroom experience as a former head of litigation at a major law firm with executive-level business perspective as a former General Counsel and interim CFO of a Fortune 500 company.

Reputation

Mr. Voyles is recognized for his ability to navigate complex financial and technical details while maintaining a focus on pragmatic business resolutions. He is noted for his preparation, fair-mindedness, and sophisticated understanding of both domestic and international legal frameworks.