Mr. Robben's broad experience encompasses the representation of clients in disputes concerning bilateral investment treaties, antitrust, fraud, breach of contract and products liability matters. He represents clients in industries such as pharmaceuticals, banking and finance, debt collection, industrial manufacturing and consumer products, as well as many multinational companies facing litigation in the United States.
Representative Experience
Representing Daimler Financial Services AG in an arbitration proceeding against the Republic of Argentina before the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) in Washington, D.C.
Representing Hochtief AG in an ICSID arbitration against the Republic of Argentina.
Advising a closely-held German manufacturing company in connection with all aspects of a reorganization of its corporate structure and other risk-management activities.
Defended Advanced Duplication Services, a leading manufacturer, replicator, and duplicator of high quality CDs and DVDs, in an ICDR arbitration over royalties allegedly due under a patent license agreement. Achieved a favorable settlement after minimal proceedings.
Defended a North American telecommunications company in an ICC arbitration brought by a rival company seeking millions of dollars for alleged breach of an interconnection agreement. Resolved on favorable terms prior to the appointment of an arbitral tribunal.
Defended a U.S. manufacturer of inhalation pharmaceuticals in a multidistrict class action, as well as individual actions, brought by the Attorneys General of several states alleging fraud and other claims in connection with pharmaceutical pricing. Achieved a favorable settlement of all actions before trial.
Defended an Indian provider of debt collection services in a federal class action brought under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). Achieved an early settlement, leading to the discontinuation of the case prior to class certification.
Defended The Manufacturers Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.) in an action alleging fraud and other claims in connection with the sale of two high-value life insurance policies. Obtained an order dismissing all claims at the pleadings stage; unanimously affirmed on appeal.
Served as part of a small trial team that represented an Indian fertilizer company in an action to recover funds stolen in a fraudulent scheme with participants around the world. Obtained a $2 million verdict for our client after a two-week jury trial in federal court.
Defended a national baking company in an action brought by a regional distributor in connection with a distribution and advertising services agreement. Obtained summary judgment dismissing all claims against our client.
Served as part of a team that prosecuted claims for approximately $1.2 billion on behalf of JPMorgan Chase Bank against 11 insurance companies over surety bonds written in connection with transactions that the bank entered into with Enron. Achieved a favorable settlement after closing arguments following a month-long trial.
Defended ADT Security Services, Inc., a national security services company, in several actions brought by subscribers and insurance companies alleging breach of duties under alarm services contracts in response to burglar and fire alarms. All claims were dismissed on motion or favorably settled before trial.
Defended a multinational consumer goods manufacturer in an idea misappropriation and breach of contract action in connection with a household cleaning product marketed and sold nationwide. Achieved a favorable settlement before trial.
Defended a leading entertainment technology company in a dispute brought by a major Las Vegas casino hotel conglomerate over the construction and installation of motion picture-based amusement park rides. Achieved a favorable settlement before trial.
Defended an Indian bank in an action it brought against a former client and its guarantors alleging breach of contract and fraud arising out of a default under promissory notes worth several million dollars. Achieved a favorable settlement before trial.
Defended a national retailer of athletic apparel in a proceeding seeking to remove the company from a prime retail location in midtown Manhattan. Achieved a favorable settlement after vigorous motion practice aimed at securing our client’s leasehold rights.
Memberships & Associations
Fordham Law School Alumni Association
ACA International
Council of the Americas
