Expertise
Robert C. Newark III commands a broad practice that spans bankruptcy, foreclosure defense, adoption, and complex creditor-debtor disputes. He has guided homeowners through high-stakes foreclosure proceedings, safeguarded assets for clients seeking debt discharge in Bankruptcy Court and represented both individual and institutional creditors in State and Federal Courts across the Southwest. Newark’s courtroom fluency is matched by his scholarly engagement: he is a published author on aircraft-title lien disputes and a frequent speaker on collections, administrative practice, and bankruptcy strategy. Newark offers a rare combination of multijurisdictional reach and practical, results-driven counsel.
Background
Newark has built a reputation for meticulous preparation and steadfast client advocacy. His career is distinguished by successful negotiations that preserved clients’ homes, strategic litigation that resolved creditor claims, and thoughtful guidance for families navigating adoption. Colleagues and clients appreciate his professionalism, clear communication, and commitment to ethical practice. Beyond the courtroom, he contributes to the legal community through continuing-education presentations and mentorship of young attorneys, efforts that reflect his belief in service and shared professional growth.
Education
Newark earned his Juris Doctor from Oklahoma City University School of Law, where he honed his interest in debtor-creditor relations and commercial law. His formative studies began at the University of North Texas, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, laying the analytic foundation for his later work in statutory interpretation and constitutional issues. Continuous participation in advanced CLE programs keeps his knowledge current, ensuring clients benefit from the latest developments in bankruptcy, foreclosure, and administrative law.
Bar Admissions
Newark is licensed in Oklahoma and Texas—and admitted to every Federal District Court in New Mexico, Texas, Colorado, Oklahoma, and Arkansas as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.