Robert B. Little

Robert B. Little is widely regarded for his experience guiding clients through complex corporate transactions. His practice covers mergers and acquisitions, securities offerings, joint ventures, investments, and commercial deals. Known for his ability to balance legal detail with business goals, he provides steady counsel to companies, investment funds, and investors across industries ranging from energy and retail to technology, manufacturing, and financial services.

Robert earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Baylor University in 1995, graduating summa cum laude. He then pursued his legal studies at The University of Texas School of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor with highest honors in 1998. While there, he was named a Chancellor, recognized as a member of the Order of the Coif, and served as Articles Editor of the Texas Law Review. Following law school, he clerked for The Honorable Patrick Higginbotham on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, an experience that sharpened his approach to appellate and transactional matters.

Robert has been consistently acknowledged for his legal skill and dedication to client service. His recognitions include being repeatedly ranked among the nation’s top lawyers for corporate and M&A law over more than a decade. His peers have honored him with distinctions such as “Lawyer of the Year” in mergers and acquisitions in Dallas/Fort Worth, and industry publications have named him among the most respected practitioners in the field. Clients praise his responsiveness, practical insight, and ability to provide solutions that are both timely and cost-effective.

Robert remains a key advisor on high-stakes, high-value transactions and strategic business matters. He counsels clients on multibillion-dollar M&A deals, complex divestitures, and cross-industry investments, helping them structure transactions that drive growth and competitive advantage. Robert has represented leading global corporations, top private equity firms, and fast-growing emerging companies on deals that shape markets in the U.S. and worldwide. Known for his balanced, business-focused judgment and track record of execution, he is a trusted advisor to boards, C-suites, and investors facing mission-critical corporate decisions.

Robert B. Little’s career reflects a blend of legal precision, business acumen, and unwavering commitment to his clients. His leadership and guidance continue to influence some of the most significant corporate transactions in the market today.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
• Member, State Bar of Texas

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• University of Texas
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Baylor University
  BA with Summa Cum Laude

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