Robert J. Hafner
Partner
Experience
Robert J. Hafner is nationally recognized for his defense of leading manufacturers across a variety of industries facing complex and high-value torts. Bob concentrates his practice on defending manufacturers of consumer electronics, power tools, lithium-ion batteries, medical devices, agricultural and industrial equipment, and medium- to heavy-duty trucks and tractors. He currently serves as national product liability counsel for one of the world’s leading manufacturers of electronic and information technology products for the consumer and professional markets. He also serves as national trial counsel and regional toxic tort claims counsel for one of the country’s largest truck manufacturers, with responsibility for New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
Related Areas
Background
Admissions
- New Jersey
- Pennsylvania
- U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey
- U.S. District Courts for the Easter, Middle, and Western Districts of Pennsylvania
- U.S. Courts of Appeals for the First and Third Circuits
Education
- Villanova University School of Law, J.D., 1985
- University of Scranton, B.A. and M.A., magna cum laude, 1982
News & Knowledge
Publications & Events
“Lithium-Ion Battery Technology: Design 101 and Litigation/Regulatory Issues,” (Co-Presenter), GS Webinar Series, September 21, 2023
- Contributor, “Lithium Ion Battery Fires,” Timely Notice, October 8, 2019