Robert R. Chance

Robert R. Chance

Offices: New York, New Jersey
Associate

Robert Chance joined Russo and Gould LLP after completing a year-long judicial clerkship with the New Jersey Superior Court. Robert assisted the Honorable Judge Kevin T. Smith in preparing motions, drafting opinions, and tackling complex legal issues.

Robert attended the Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law. During his time at Drexel Law, Robert was an active member of the moot court board, participating in multiple nationwide competitions. Robert dedicated much of his time in law school to providing pro bono legal services, specifically through his participation with the Pennsylvania Innocence Project, the Philadelphia Legal Assistance Employment Advocacy Project, and as a fellow with the Marshall-Brennan Constitutional Literacy Project teaching a yearlong high school course in constitutional law and oral advocacy. Prior to joining law school, Robert attended the University of Maryland where he earned a bachelor's degree in history.


Education
Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law J.D. 2023
University of Maryland, College Park, B.A. History 2020,
Experience
Judicial Intern for the Honorable Kevin T. Smith, New Jersey Superior Court 2023
Admissions
New York State Bar
New Jersey State Bar

News Insights

June 23, 2025

An Erie County Jury on Tuesday Acquitted a Man Accused of Shooting at a Buffalo Police Officer in 2022 During a Foot Pursuit

An Erie County jury on Tuesday acquitted a man accused of shooting at a Buffalo police officer in 2022 during a foot pursuit.

May 27, 2025

Charles ("Chuck") Stokes Wins in Philadelphia

Representing a national self-storage company in a Philadelphia lawsuit, Russo & Gould''s Chuck Stokes forced a Plaintiff to withdraw her claims against the client, and obtained court approval of the dismissal of the client just minutes before the jury panel was brought into the courtroom.

April 29, 2025

Take Your Kids to Work Day 2025

A fun day was had by all as Russo & Gould celebrated its second annual "Take Your Kids to Work Day". Participants ranged in ages from 1 to 14. For the older kids they were treated to a mock trial on a social media post entitled "The Post That Went Too Far"