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Robert Young is a litigator whose practice spans commercial and construction matters, landlord-tenant disputes, insurance defense and medical malpractice defense. He frequently joins his colleagues at Carruthers & Roth in representing physicians, physician groups and other medical professionals in negligence actions, HIPAA and data privacy issues, and various risk management issues.

In addition to healthcare professionals, Robert’s clients include insurance companies, landlords, employers and employees. He also represents both individuals and companies sued for collections or breach of contract.

Robert counsels clients on issues related to cybersecurity, cyber liability, and data privacy. He helps them identify and mitigate risks associated with data collection and maintenance. He also advises clients on North Carolina and federal data privacy laws related to their business and industry. Robert was appointed to the North Carolina Bar Association's Privacy and Data Security Committee in 2017. 

Bar and Court Admissions

• North Carolina, 2006
• U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of North Carolina

Professional Memberships and Activities

• North Carolina Bar Association, Privacy and Data Security Committee
• Greensboro Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
• American Bar Association
• North Carolina Association of Defense Attorneys
• The Guilford American Inn of Court

Awards and Recognitions

• Best Lawyers in America, 2021-2023
• Calhoun Advocacy Award
• Kimberly Haines Floyd Law Scholarship
• Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated
• North Carolina Super Lawyers: Rising Star, 2009
• West Outstanding Scholastic Achievement Award
• West Second Year Academic Achievement Award

Community Service

• Future Fund of Greensboro Grant Making Committee, 2009-2010
• Greensboro United Soccer Association, Soccer Coach