Rob Lawton
About Rob Lawton
Rob Lawton serves as the Director of Trusts & Estates within the Practical Law division at Thomson Reuters, where he manages the Trusts & Estates team and oversees content planning and strategic direction for the service.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Rob Lawton serves as the Director of Trusts & Estates within the Practical Law division at Thomson Reuters. He has been in this role since 2018, contributing to the strategic direction and content planning for the Trusts & Estates service. His responsibilities include managing the Trusts & Estates team and collaborating with various partners in product management, sales, and marketing to enhance estate planning products across the organization.
Education and Expertise
Rob Lawton holds a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Mitchell Hamline School of Law, where he studied from 2001 to 2004. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and English Language from the University of St. Thomas, completing his studies there from 1997 to 2001. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in trusts and estates law.
Background
Rob Lawton completed his secondary education at Cretin-Derham Hall High School. His academic journey laid the groundwork for his career in law, particularly in the field of trusts and estates. His professional experience is centered around his role at Thomson Reuters, where he has developed significant expertise in estate planning.
Achievements
In his capacity as Director at Thomson Reuters, Rob Lawton has led the strategic direction for the Practical Law Trusts & Estates service. His leadership has involved managing a team and enhancing collaboration across various departments to support estate planning initiatives. His contributions have been instrumental in the development of estate planning products within the company.