Robert A. Adelson

Robert A. Adelson is a nationally respected executive employment attorney based in Boston, Massachusetts. With over 25 years of experience, he represents C-level executives, vice presidents, and senior professionals in various industries, including biotechnology, software, e-commerce, technology, and financial services. His practice is focused exclusively on executive employment law, providing strategic counsel on job offers, employment agreements, equity compensation, severance negotiations, and wrongful termination matters.

Robert earned his B.A. from Boston University (Phi Beta Kappa), his J.D. from Northwestern University (Law Review), and an LL.M. in Taxation from New York University. He is admitted to practice in both Massachusetts and New York.

Robert combines deep experience in employment and contract law with advanced training in tax law to guide clients through high-stakes negotiations involving stock options, RSUs, performance-based equity, and other forms of executive compensation. His corporate law and M&A background also informs his work on change-of-control provisions, retention agreements, and employment exit strategies.

Earlier in his career, Robert practiced at major law firms in New York City, including Dewey Ballantine and Weil Gotshal & Manges. He later partnered at several Boston-based firms before founding his current practice. He has been recognized with an AV® Preeminent™ rating by Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting the highest level of professional excellence.

Beyond his legal practice, Robert is an experienced legal educator and thought leader. He has written extensively on executive employment topics, including compensation structuring, contract negotiation, and non-compete enforcement. His work has helped shape best practices for executive-level employment across the country.

Robert also served as Chair of the Boston Entrepreneurs Network (ENET) for ten years, earning the IEEE-USA Professional Achievement Award for his commitment to supporting innovation and entrepreneurship. With a unique blend of legal, tax, and business insight, Robert A. Adelson offers trusted advocacy and tailored solutions for senior executives navigating critical career transitions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Adelson & Associates, LLC
• Member, Massachusetts Bar Association
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Massachusetts
• New York

Education

• New York University
  Master of Laws (LLM)
• Northwestern Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Boston University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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