Robert Giles

Bob Giles is the firm’s managing partner. Bob manages nearly 700 attorneys in 15 different offices. He chairs the Management Committee, serves on the Executive Committee, and is involved with numerous other committees within the firm.

Bob began at Perkins Coie in 1974. He focused his practice in the areas of partnerships, tax planning, real estate syndications and general corporate practice until 1986, when he became the firm’s managing partner.

Professional Recognition

• Listed in Washington Law & Politics, “Washington’s Super Lawyers,” 2007 - 2008 
• Listed in "The Best Lawyers in America"
• Peer Review Rated AV in Martindale-Hubbell

Professional Leadership

• Junior Achievement of Puget Sound, Board of Directors, Chairman of Board, 1991-1992
• Seattle Sports Commission, Chair, 2004-2005
• Boy Scouts of America, Chief Seattle Council, Executive Board