Our team
Experienced Legal Professionals
Attorney
W. Randolph Robins Jr.
Partner
Rand Robins represents people who have been seriously injured or killed by careless drivers, unsafe medical practices, and preventable dangers. His clients are everyday Virginians facing losses they never expected and shouldn’t have to face alone.
Mr. Robins brings extensive courtroom experience and a unique perspective to every case. He spent years defending corporations accused of causing harm, which taught him exactly how the other side operates. That background, combined with a clear sense of right and wrong, helps him secure full and fair compensation for the people he represents.
Areas of Practice
- Medical Malpractice
- Personal Injury
- Wrongful Death
- Vehicle Accidents
- Watercraft Accidents
Attorney
Michael Lantz
Partner
Michael Lantz has spent over 30 years representing injured Virginians in courtrooms around the state. Since 2010, Mr. Lantz has been named a Virginia Super Lawyer, an honor limited to no more than 5% of lawyers in the state. That recognition comes from other attorneys who know what it takes to handle complex injury cases and deliver results.
Areas of Practice
Team MEMber
Rita Follet
Legal Administrator & Senior Litigation Paralegal
Rita Follett is a highly experienced litigation paralegal with more than 30 years of experience, focusing on complex medical malpractice and personal injury matters. She is widely respected for her commitment to exceptional client service and is known for treating clients with professionalism, compassion, and respect. Rita prioritizes accessibility and consistently makes herself available to address client needs.
In addition to her litigation responsibilities, Rita oversees the firm’s day-to-day administrative operations, ensuring efficiency and continuity across all functions.
Outside of work, Rita enjoys reading and volunteering with a local animal rescue organization. During the summer months, she and her husband of more than four decades spend weekends boating on the Rappahannock River and exploring the regional culinary offerings in Urbana, Irvington, and Tappahannock.
Rita and her husband have one son, who is married and resides in New York. She is also a devoted grandmother to two grandchildren and values the time she spends with them.
Team MEMber
Kate Phillips
Paralegal
Kate Phillips brings practical legal experience and a client-focused approach to her work at Lantz & Robins. She joined the firm in May 2025 after working as a litigation paralegal, where she focused on personal injury cases. Kate handles case documentation, client communication, and trial preparation with attention to detail and genuine care for the people she serves.
Before entering the legal field, Kate spent five years in customer service and sales, where she learned the value of clear communication and problem-solving. That background shows in the way she works with clients, she listens carefully, explains things in plain terms, and stays responsive throughout the legal process.
She lives in the Richmond area and enjoys staying connected to the community she serves.
