Robert R. Haskins

Mr. Haskins’ law practice centers on the defense of physicians, nurses, hospitals and nursing homes in medical malpractice litigation. Mr. Haskins, of counsel to Sholes & Miller, is involved in all aspects of medical defense litigation including case assessment, fact and medical investigation reviews, depositions, motions and appeals. In addition, he represents plaintiffs in personal injury litigation. Mr. Haskins is also an experienced, certified mediator.

Mr. Haskins received his BA from the State University of New York at New Paltz before earning his Juris Doctor degree from Syracuse University School of Law. He is admitted to practice in all New York State courts and the United States District Courts in both the Southern and Northern Districts of New York.

Mr. Haskins has made a positive impact on our community by contributing his expertise to many local not-for-profits. He served as board president of Planned Parenthood of the Mid-Hudson Valley and the Maternal Infant Services Network. He has also served on the boards of the Mediation Center of Dutchess County, Mental Health America, Kaatsbaan Center for Dance and the Springside Restoration. Currently, he is on the board of Planned Parenthood of Greater New York. Mr. Haskins also serves on the State Democratic Committee for the 104th Assembly District and the Executive Committee of the Ulster County Democratic Party.

Mr. Haskins has lectured at Oxford University on reproductive rights and has taught Reproductive Law and Policy at the State University of New York at New Paltz. He has had the honor of being the keynote speaker at the New York State convention of the National Organization of Women.

• Medical Malpractice Defense
• Nursing Home Liability
• Defense of Premises Liability
• Mediation
• Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

New York

New York State Office of Court Administration

ID Number: 2005270

Since 1985

State University of New York - College at New Paltz

B.A.

Syracuse University College of Law

J.D. (1984)

1984

Included on the list of 2023 Top Lawyers

Hudson Valley Magazine

2023

Robert Haskins has been included in Hudson Valley Magazine’s list of TOP LAWYERS for the practice of Medical Malpractice Defense. Inclusion in the list is based on responding lawyers in the region. The list is compiled by an online peer-voting and internet research process.

Distinguished Rating® in Legal Ability & Ethical Standards

Martindale Hubbell

2022

Robert R. Haskins, Esq. earned a 2022 ‘Distinguished Rating®’ from Martindale Hubbell®. Mr. Haskins was awarded this very high rating in ‘Both Legal Ability & Ethical Standards.’ The Distinguished Rating® is earned through a strenuous peer review process that is managed and monitored by Martindale Hubbell®, a trusted global legal resource.

Included on list of Top Lawyers

Hudson Valley Magazine

2022

Robert Haskins was included on the list of Top Lawyers for Medical Malpractice Defense. Hudson Valley Magazine contracted with DataJoe Research to facilitate an online peer-voting process paired with an internet research process to create the list of Top Lawyers in the Hudson Valley.

Best's Recommended Insurance Attorneys

AM Best

2022

Sholes & Miller has qualified for a profile in Best’s Insurance Professional Resources. Sholes & Miller’s profile as a Qualified Member in Best's Recommended Insurance Attorneys shows that they are client-recommended and verified by AM Best, with a history of client satisfaction and a proven track record in the insurance and claims industry. AM Best is a global credit rating agency headquartered in New Jersey, specializing in the insurance industry.

Best's Recommended Insurance Attorneys

AM Best

2021

Sholes & Miller has qualified for a profile in Best’s Insurance Professional Resources. Sholes & Miller’s profile as a Qualified Member in Best's Recommended Insurance Attorneys shows that they are client-recommended and verified by AM Best, with a history of client satisfaction and a proven track record in the insurance and claims industry. AM Best is a global credit rating agency headquartered in New Jersey, specializing in the insurance industry.

Dutchess County Bar Association

Member

Current

New York State Bar Association

Member

Current

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York

Board Member

Current

State Democratic Committee for the 104th Assembly District

Board Member

Current

Ulster County Democratic Party

Executive Committee Member

Current