Biography

Robert A. Hanna, Esq., is a founding member and the managing partner of Hanna Perez, P.C., where he focuses exclusively on representing the seriously injured in personal injury matters.

Since Robert was a young boy, his biggest hero in life was his dad. Although his father was of Syrian descent, he spent most of his early life in Beirut, Lebanon until the late 1970's when he immigrated to the U.S. to escape the Lebanese Civil War. Robert was born in New York City, but grew up in the Heights section of Jersey City. As a boy, Robert worked closely with his dad at the family business in New York City, where he learned the value of working hard for your family. Although Robert’s father never had the opportunity to go to college, he always impressed upon Robert the importance of education. He inspired Robert to become a lawyer, and proudly stood by his side when Robert opened his own law practice at the young age of 26.

Then the unspeakable occurred—Robert’s father was involved in a terrible car accident, and within moments of the horrific crash, he lost his life. From the depths of this profound loss, Robert found a deepened sense of purpose and inspiration, to help people who have been the victim of unfortunate accidents.

Robert has always been a fighter, and at the age of 9, he began training and competing in the sport of boxing. His experiences in boxing gave him a fearless determination to face any opponent, no matter how strong or skilled. Robert is currently actively involved in cycling, as an amateur cyclist, licensed by USA Cycling. He enjoys competing in cycling events and triathlons all over the tri-state area. Robert also loves basketball and has served year after year as the coach of multiple men’s teams in amateur leagues across New Jersey and New York. Robert currently resides in Bergen County, where he has resided for over 30 years.

Honors

Robert A. Hanna, Esq., has been recognized for excellence for his achievements helping the injured. For five consecutive years (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023), he received the prestigious Thomson Reuters Lead Counsel Award in Personal Injury, which is awarded to attorneys who have demonstrated excellence over an extensive professional career. Lead Counsel Award recipients must also have strong peer reviews and an impeccable track record.

Robert A. Hanna, Esq. has been selected for inclusion into the Top Attorneys of North America 2020-2023. The Top Attorneys of North America, a New York based publication, distinguishes and profiles leading attorneys who have reached a recognizable degree of success and leadership in their field. The directory is valued for promoting awareness of the accomplishments within the North American legal community.  Hanna Perez, P.C. has recently been awarded Best Personal Injury Lawyers in New Jersey- Legal Elite Awards 2020-2022, issued by U.S. Business News. The Firm was also one of the recipients of the 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 Best Car Accident Lawyers in Passaic issued by Expertise.com. Click on the award link to view the selection methodology for each award.

Mr. Hanna has recovered millions upon millions of dollars for his clients. Large corporations and insurance companies know from Robert’s reputation alone that he will fight for his clients, until he wins the case.

Bar Admission

Educational Background

In 1996, at the age of only 16 years-old, Robert graduated from Teaneck High School. He later attended Ramapo College of New Jersey, and at the age of only 20 years-old, graduated with honors in 2000 with a Bachelors Degree in Business Management. Robert attended Seton Hall Law School in 2001 and graduated in 2004 with a Juris Doctorate Degree, and was the recipient of the Kaplan Foundation Academic Scholarship.