Pete Robinson

Pete Robinson is a Partner at King & Spalding, specializing in government advocacy and public policy. He joined the firm on January 15, 2019, from Troutman Sanders LLP, where he served as the managing partner of the Atlanta office and was instrumental in founding Troutman Sanders Strategies, a significant governmental affairs firm in Georgia.12

Professional Background

• Legislative Experience: Robinson has extensive experience in the Georgia state legislature, having served for a decade. He held notable positions such as President Pro-Tem and Senate Majority Leader, being the only individual nominated for the role by both Republican and Democratic leaders of the Georgia Senate.1
• Judicial Nominating Commission: He chaired former Governor Nathan Deal’s Judicial Nominating Commission for eight years, assisting in the selection of judges for various courts in Georgia, including six Supreme Court justices.12

Education

Robinson earned his degree from Emory University and has built a reputation as one of Georgia's leading government relations lawyers, advising numerous Fortune 500 companies on complex strategic and public policy issues.34

Current Role

At King & Spalding, Robinson continues to leverage his expertise in navigating intricate governmental and regulatory landscapes, providing high-level counsel to clients facing significant public policy challenges.12