Richmond

Tanya Joan Chor

Partner

Robert came to law as a second career committed to the idea that excellent skill, knowledge, and representation are not just a goal, but an absolute requirement.  As Managing Partner of KPM LAW’s Fairfax Office, Robert put together and manages an aggressive team of litigation professionals committed to aggressive, efficient and responsive promotion of client interests.

Robert focuses his practice on the defense of large loss and complex commercial and construction claims, contract disputes, professional and business liabilities, commercial transportation accidents, and premises liability, as well as insurance coverage analysis and litigation.  He has tried numerous cases in both state and federal courts and has successfully argued in the appellate courts of Virginia, Maryland and the Fourth Circuit.

After graduating from the University of Virginia, Robert received a full scholarship to study opera at the Academy of Vocal Arts in Philadelphia.  He sang for ten years on stages from the east coast to Chicago before returning to law school at the College of William and Mary, where he took second place in William Mary’s National Moot Court competition and was a member of the I’Anson-Hoffman Inns of Court.  Robert is happily married and also manages his boy-girl twins and a wonderful mixed-breed, rescue dog.

Tanya is an experienced litigation attorney licensed in Virginia, the District of Columbia, and New York, bringing more than twenty years of legal experience to her practice.She has spent over seventeen years serving as Agency Counsel with the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) Office of the General Counsel, where she played a critical role in supporting one of the largest public school systems in the region. As one of the Senior Counsel at the Office of General Counsel, Tanya provided strategic legal advice, training, and representation on a wide range of matters involving compliance with federal and local laws, as well as internal agency policies. She was also deeply involved in mentoring and training new attorneys and other office personnel. In addition to her administrative litigation work, Tanya has presented in federal court proceedings, mediation and settlement negotiations with opposing parties and their counsel.

Tanya has a deep understanding of administrative litigation, is known for her thoughtful counsel, aggressive advocacy, and commitment to excellence in service to her clients.