Obituaries
Jan. 14, 2026
Badge of justice: Robert K. Tanenbaum's enduring legal legacy
Robert K. Tanenbaum's life--spanning courtroom triumphs, public service and bestselling novels--offers a blueprint for lawyers who seek to turn legal excellence into lasting impact.
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With the recent passing of Robert K. Tanenbaum, who died
on Jan. 3, 2026, at the age of 83, the legal community lost a towering figure
whose life and career has set an example for all to follow.
Born in Brooklyn, New York in 1942, Tanenbaum embodied the American dream of merit and determ...
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