Robert W. Brownlie
About Robert W. Brownlie
Robert W. Brownlie is a lawyer based in San Diego, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Robert W. Brownlie is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Diego, California
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
- Litigation - Securities
- Securities / Capital Markets Law
Current Firm: Brownlie Hansen LLP
Education: University of California Davis, J.D., graduated 1988
Location: San Diego, CA
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