Robert Zarco, founding partner of Zarco Einhorn Salkowski, P.A., has built a national reputation in franchise law and complex commercial litigation with over 35 years of experience as an extraordinary business trial lawyer. Mr. Zarco has enjoyed tremendous success resolving complex business disputes, including litigation, arbitration and mediation in federal and state courts, as well as handling important business transactions in general commercial and corporate law. Mr. Zarco and his experienced team of attorneys provide the highest world-class caliber of legal services, expertise, and professionalism in the areas of franchisor/franchisee, manufacturer/distributor, dealership, licensing, as well as disputes and litigation in commercial real estate & construction, intellectual property & trademark infringement, and C-Suite employment disputes, among others.
Mr. Zarco is frequently awarded distinctions including “Best Lawyers” in Commercial Litigation and Franchise Law since 2006 and “Lawyer of the Year” in 2020 for Franchise Law by Best Lawyers of America©, Litigation Council of America Fellow & Order of Centurion Trial Lawyers Honor Society, “Top Dealmakers of the Year” for Real Estate/Land by Daily Business Review, “Legal Eagle Hall of Fame” by Franchise Times, and American Association of Franchisees & Dealers (AAFD) Lifetime Achievement Award in 2021. The Firm is repeatedly listed in U.S. News & World Report among “Best Law Firms” by Best Lawyers of America ©.
Robert Zarco was born in Cuba and came to New York with his parents in 1961 at the age of 2, fleeing Communism and leaving all material possessions behind. The sacrifices of his parents combined with Robert’s personal drive, determination, and hard work led him to great achievements. Beginning at the age of 7 as an entrepreneur in the landscape business, he converted his substantial earnings into a real estate investment to buy his first rental property during college. He graduated from Harvard University with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics. Zarco further developed his extensive background in business, accounting and finance during his employment at General Motors Corp in New York as a management level Financial Analyst, while simultaneously attending Pace University’s Graduate School of Business MBA program. Zarco later developed his interest in Law, and graduated from the University of Miami Law School.
A Community Leader and Philanthropist, Mr. Zarco has served on the Board of Trustees for the Public Health Trust/Jackson Health System, as well as at the University of Maryland. He believes passionately in giving back by supporting many charitable causes including among many others: The Embrace Girls Foundation, The Jewish Federation, AIPAC, Rambam Hospital in Israel, Israel Bonds, and Temple Menorah.
Zarco is an avid yachtsman who loves being out in the open water, and an amateur Chef, hosting many parties and fundraisers. Robert collects Art and Automobiles and loves to travel. A genuine family man, Robert lives his life fully by the mottos he cherishes most: “Always do the Right Thing”, “Work hard, Play hard” and “Live, Love, Learn & Laugh”.
- Complex Commercial Litigation
- Franchise Law & Litigation
- General Business & Corporate Law
- Mediation, Arbitration & Appeals
2 S Biscayne Blvd 34th floor, Miami, FL 33131
(305) 374-5418
"Most of us know how hard Robert Zarco worked to bring this deal to fruition. We are all grateful and feel so fortunate to have been represented by him. He is honest, forthright, brilliant, caring and he is passionate about his work. His integrity is beyond reproach. I find one of his most admirable traits is his patience and tolerance of others even when being attacked. Don and I thank him most sincerely for guiding us to a very successful contract. He is in Don's personal Hall of Fame."
"We were so impressed with your knowledge, your presentation and your preparation. You were dealing with 30 very strong and at times antagonistic shareholders, all with different needs and demands, who sometimes would have tested the patience of Job. You never wavered. You were always prepared and you were always able to handle any questions and any problems that arose. Each request was handled graciously and, amazingly enough, accomplished. Thank you again. You’re the greatest!"
“Mr. Zarco’s direct examinations and cross examinations of witnesses were incisive and to the point… What we could not anticipate was the passion and dedication with which they (the Zarco team) undertook the case, as if it was their very own livelihood that was on the line… The Zarco team took this on a contingency basis, got the case reinstated, and put time and effort into it as if we were high-paying clients. They put their lives on hold for more than a month in California, away from their friends and families. It was more than we could ever have hoped for.”
“I would like to thank you (the team) for the amazing work and effort provided by the team at trial in this case. Fighting ‘side by side’ with you felt like we went far beyond just an attorney-client relationship… As for Mr. Zarco, you have a way with witnesses that cannot be matched by any attorney, in my opinion… We battled an international conglomerate, with far more resources, yet I never felt ‘out-manned’ by them for one moment… Robert, you are a true champion, and I’m glad you are on my team!”
“We know that we are far from your biggest client, but we always felt, and were treated as if, we were your most important… The opposition rapidly sees a genuine commitment on your part… This is your power, I have witnessed it, and we are the beneficiary of your promise to fight for us.”
“When we were within hours of losing our dream, our livelihood and our business, you stepped in and changed everything. We would like to convey the gratitude we feel, to have had such a professional and prepared team.”
“Zarco kept a packed-room audience of 220 Hawaii Automobile Dealer Association (HADA) members and guests spellbound for his one-and-a-half-hour remarks on franchise law. ‘He spoke in terms everyone could understand,’ said Sky Stewar, guest of husband Tom Stewart, who works with a HADA associate member firm. ‘He brought 36 pages of law to life,’ said another in the audience—a TV station manager and a HADA associate member… How was he able to hold a big diverse audience like that for nearly two hours? The answer was in his ability to simplify complex legal matters so that people were able to easily understand all of their rights under Hawaii’s laws.”
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- Florida
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida
- U.S. District Court District of Arizona
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit
- U.S. Supreme Court
- Supreme Court of Florida
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida
- U.S. District Court Western District of Michigan
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan
- U.S. District Court District of Colorado
- U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals 5th Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals 1st Circuit
- Harvard University, Bachelor of Arts Degree, Economics
- Pace University, Classes from the Graduate Masters in Business Program
- University of Miami School of Law, Juris Doctor
Articles by Robert Zarco
Challenging Insurers’ Denials Of Business Interruption Insurance Claims In Wake Of COVID-19
COVID-19 has thrown our way of living into treacherous and unchartered waters. With each passing day, the scare of this novel virus is causing our emotionally-charged government officials at every level to react with decisions that effectively strip our ability to work, shop, play and interact normally in order to slow or prevent the spread of this viral outbreak while causing economic mayhem.
Robert Zarco: How To Evaluate A Franchise Opportunity
The “Legal Franchise King” and Haute Lawyer partner Robert Zarco, Founding Partner of Zarco Einhorn Salkowski & Brito, P.A. on how to determine if opening a franchise is for you.
Robert Zarco Speaks With Haute Lawyer on Disputes and Litigation Arising From Commercial Agreements
Robert Zarco, Founder of the law firm Zarco, Einhorn, Salkowski, & Brito, P.A., has been at the forefront of protecting the legal rights and interests of business clients in the USA and overseas for over 35 years, handling complex Franchise, Commercial, and Business legal matters and trials in Federal and State Courts, as well as Arbitration and Mediation
Robert Zarco Delivers Crucial Advice For Franchise Owners In America (Part 1)
Robert Zarco recently sat down with Keith Miller, the Director of Public Affairs and Engagement from the American Association of Franchisees and Dealers (AAFD).
Robert Zarco Delivers Crucial Advice For Franchise Owners In America (Part 2)
We will now pick up where we left toff in Robert Zarco’s conversation with the AAFD’s Director of Public Affairs and Engagement, Keith Miller.
Watch: Haute Lawyer Presents Exclusive Webinar With Robert Zarco
For the second installment of the Haute Lawyer Network’s webinar series, Robert Zarco was the guest Lawyer expert.
Robert Zarco Reveals When And How To Hire A Litigation Lawyer (Part 1)
Here, Robert Zarco explains everything you need to consider before hiring a litigation lawyer.
Robert Zarco Reveals When And How To Hire A Litigation Lawyer (Part 2)
Attorney Robert Zarco, Founder of the law firm Zarco, Einhorn, Salkowski, & Brito, P.A., picks up where he left off from Part 1 if his legal advice concerning when and how one should hire a litigation lawyer.
Spotlight on National Franchise Law and Commercial Litigation Attorney, Robert Zarco
Robert Zarco, Founding Partner of Zarco Einhorn Salkowski & Brito, P.A., has made an indelible mark on the community, clients, and the Franchise Law practice
Robert Zarco Gives Back and Hosts Embrace Girls Foundation Members for Lunch
The founding partner of the Zarco, Einhorn Salkowski & Brito law firm invited over two dozen Embrace members to a special lunch at his palatial Miami Beach home.
Robert Zarco Explains the Non-Compete Law and the Proposal by the FTC to Limit its Use
In addition to harming employees and franchisees, competitors are also hurt with non-competes because they can’t find capable and skilled staff due to this effect of restricting the movement of labor, therefore it’s anti-competitive.
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