 Robert J. Lanzone
Practice Areas: Approach: Robert Lanzone was drawn into the legal profession with a desire to make a difference for his clients. Bob believes that, as a nation governed by the rule of law, lawyers can help their clients through the maze which is our current legal system. Bob is committed to making that system work for his clients. Bob’s empathy with the client and considerable legal experience guide him in assuring that his legal work will make a difference and achieve the best possible result for the client. Current Legal Practice: Bob is a senior partner at the firm where he has been practicing law since 1970. His areas of focus include municipal law, real estate, business law, and wills and trusts. As part of his practice, Bob has represented Peninsula cities for over 35 years. During his municipal law career, he served as City Attorney for San Carlos, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay and as Town Attorney for Woodside. He currently provides legal counsel to South Bayside Waste Management Authority (12 member JPA), the Saddlecreek Community Service District and the Industrial Emergency Council. In addition to his municipal law practice, Bob has over 35 years of experience representing private clients in real estate, business law, wills, trusts and estate planning. Bob has received the highest peer rating in the Martindale-Hubbell nationwide directory of attorneys as exemplifying the highest legal ability and ethical standards. Bar Activities: Bob has served his legal community for many years, first as President of the San Mateo County Bar Association in 1983, and recently as Chair of the Municipal Law Section. He is a member of the San Mateo County Trial Lawyers Association and past member of the Legal Aid Board. In 2006, Bob was awarded the William R. Nagle, Jr. Award recognizing his selfless commitment of time and energy to advance the professionalism of the San Mateo County Bar Association. Volunteer and Community Activities: Bob is committed to volunteer and community activities as Past President and Board Member of the San Carlos Chamber of Commerce, Founder of San Carlos Educational Foundation, member of the St. Charles School Board, Archdiocese of San Francisco Board of Education, San Carlos Rotary, Pacific Philharmonic, Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Festival, San Carlos Downtown Park, San Carlos Youth Authority and San Carlos Parks and Recreation Foundation. When not practicing law, Bob likes to read, spend time with his spouse of 42 years and his grandchildren. He is an avid golfer. Education: C J.D., University of Santa Clara C Carnegie Fellowship, Public Administration, New York University C B.A., Queens College of the City University of New York Published Opinions: C Woodside v. Gava (1989) 213 Cal.App.3d 488, 261 Cal.Rptr 730 C Teamsters Local 856, et al. v. Priceless, LLC, et al. (2003) 112 Cal.App.4th 1500 | 
