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Hilton & Somer, LLCPartner
Robert Merbaum Somer
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Robert Merbaum Somer

4.9
39 reviews

8303 Arlington Boulevard, Suite 102, Fairfax, VA 22031

Airplane Accidents, Auto Accidents, Aviation Law and 15 more

About Robert Merbaum Somer

Ranked by Washingtonian Magazine as a top personal injury lawyer since December 2004, Mr. Somer has practiced personal injury, wrongful death, product liability, negligence and medical malpractice law for over 16 years and has conducted over 300 trials in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC state and federal courts. He has numerous six-figure verdicts and settlements and successful recoveries in nearly every case. He is licensed in Virginia, Maryland, Washington, DC and Georgia and is a longstanding member of the Virginia Trial Lawyers Association, the American Association for Justice, the DC Bar Personal Injury Section, and the Virginia State Bar Association.

Certified Legal Specialties

• Top Personal Injury Lawyer, Washingtonian Magazine, 2004

 

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Champion Badge Gold

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Champion Badge Platinum

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Robert Merbaum Somer got this award in 2021

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Robert Merbaum Somer got this award in 2021

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Workers Compensation
Posted by Nagda
March 17, 2025
Hired Attorney

Attorney Robert M. Somer is very professional, prompt, courteous, and friendly. He made himself available, answered all of my questions, and represented me well. I trusted him, and he proved to be a trustworthy attorney. My experience with him was great, and I highly recommend him.

Personal Injury
Posted by R
July 10, 2024
Hired Attorney

After I hired Hilton & Somer to handle my injury case after a car accident, which was handled with professionalism and excellent results, I now refer all my friends and family to them. I wouldn't trust any other firm to handle any future cases!

Automobile Accidents
Posted by Imtiaz
July 10, 2024
Hired Attorney

Hilton and summer law firm took my case. Did a fantastic job.. My lawyers keep me informed every step and guide me through. Not only with my case, but also with my recovery from the accident. I would highly recommend.

Automobile Accidents
Posted by Melissa
July 10, 2024
Hired Attorney

Mr. Somer and his legal team are exceptional. They did a great job handling my case, and I would recommend them to anyone. Mr. Somer fought for me to ensure I was well compensated. I trusted his 30+ years of legal experience, and he took great care of me.

Automobile Accidents
Posted by anonymous
May 22, 2024
Hired Attorney

I just want to start by saying this was the best experience i have been in, they tended to every issue and need i encountered and was very accepting and professional and i would recommended them to any and everybody they truly are a blessing.

Slip and Fall
Posted by Edith
February 29, 2024
Hired Attorney

Hilton & Somer is one of the BEST in the D/M/V area! Professional, kind, caring, thorough, proactive and the accolades can go on and on... The entire staff is friendly, knowledgable and respectful! I will hire them, again, for any of my legal needs.

Personal Injury
Posted by anonymous
February 17, 2024
Hired Attorney

I had an amazing experience working with this lawyer! Everyone on their team was fast to answer any questions and walked me through everything every step of the way. They were professional, respectful, responsive, and determined to get me the best outcome possible — which I believe they did!

Automobile Accidents
Posted by Alex
June 06, 2023
Hired Attorney

Having Rob on my side took a huge weight off my shoulders while I was trying to balance work and life, without the added stress of trying to figure out my case on my own. He and his team were responsive, kind, and personable. While I'm sure we all hope to never need representation, should the need arise I highly recommend Hilton & Somer.

Automobile Accidents
Posted by anonymous
April 01, 2023
Hired Attorney

This lawfirm has been amazing since day 1 and knows how to treat there clients and really helped my daughter! I highly recommend them!

Automobile Accidents
Posted by Gwendolyn
December 19, 2022
Hired Attorney

After working with a previous lawyer whom I did not have a great experience with, Hilton & Somer really turned it around. They were very quick in getting everything they needed for my case and very responsive. They were very nice and always there for me as well. I had an amazing experience with them.

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Areas of Law

  • Aviation Law
  • Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
  • Personal Injury 1
    • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Torts 1
    • Negligence
  • Other 13
    • Airplane Accidents
    • Auto Accidents
    • Defective Products
    • Legal Malpractice Law
    • Litigation & Appeals
    • Mold
    • Nursing Home
    • Professional Malpractice Law
    • Railroad Worker Injury/FELA
    • Traumatic Brain Injuries
    • Trip, Slip and Falls
    • Truck Accidents
    • Workers’ Compensation Law

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1991, Georgia
    1991, Maryland
    1997, District of Columbia
    1998, Virginia
    Washington
    Memberships
    Virginia Trial Lawyers Association
    American Association for Justice
    District of Columbia Bar, Personal Injury Section
    Virginia State Bar Association
    Public Justice Foundation, Member
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Atlanta Law School
    Class of 1988
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Maine at Farmington
    Class of 1985
    B.A.
    Business/Economics
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1962
    New York, N.Y., June 12, 1962

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4.9
39 reviews

8303 Arlington Boulevard, Suite 102Fairfax, VA 22031U.S.A.

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    Yes, Robert Merbaum Somer is admitted to practice in District of Columbia, Georgia, Maryland, Virginia and Washington.
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    Yes, Robert Merbaum Somer has a 4.8 Peer Rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
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    Robert Merbaum Somer attended Atlanta Law School.

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