Robert D. Haws

Robert Haws, Chair of the firm’s Employment and Education Law Practice Groups, concentrates his practice on employment and education law, advising employers on the full range of challenges and opportunities arising from employees. Robert is an experienced litigator and legal counselor, having successfully represented clients before juries, state and federal judges, appellate courts, numerous government boards, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the United States Department of Labor, and the Attorney General’s office, as well as in a number of alternative dispute resolution formats.

Robert was recognized as one of Arizona’s Top100 Lawyers by AZ Business Magazine in 2020. He was named by Best Lawyers as the 2022 and 2019 Education Law “Lawyer of the Year” in Phoenix and has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America for approximately the last 15 years in Labor and Employment, Employment Litigation, and Education Law. He is AV Preeminent-rated by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards. Mr. Haws also sits on the firm’s Executive Committee.

Legal Updates & Firm News

Jan 10, 2025 - Legal Alerts

2024 Title IX Rules Blocked

Aug 16, 2024 - General

Gust Rosenfeld P.L.C. Attorneys are once again Recognized as “Best Lawyers” and “Ones to Watch” in the 2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America

Professional Recognition

•The Best Lawyers in America, Education Law; Employment Law - Management; Litigation - Labor and Employment (2008-2025)
•Lawyer of the Year Phoenix, Education Law (2019 and 2022)
•Top 100 Attorneys in Arizona, AZ Business Magazine (2020)

•Phoenix Magazine 2022 Top Lawyers - Education; Labor & Employment

Community Involvement

•Southwest Tennis Foundation (member, Board of Directors)
•University of Utah Alumni Association (past vice president, Arizona Chapter)