About Robert
Robert L. Kardell is a partner at Baird Holm LLP, located at 1700 Farnam Street, Suite 1500 in Omaha, Nebraska. He focuses on cyber regulation and safety, providing crucial legal offerings in a more and more virtual world. Bob joined the Nebraska State Bar in 1992, starting a distinguished legal career. His company gives a comprehensive variety of offerings, including business and company transactions, intellectual estate, privacy and information safety, and technology and e-trade. Bob earned his law degree and Master of Business Administration degrees from the University of Nebraska College of Law and College of Business in 1991.
Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Benedictine College in 1987, graduating with difference. His academic background laid a robust foundation for his legal expertise, particularly in regions intersecting with finance and technology. To further decorate his skills, he completed the "Cybersecurity: Managing Risk within the Information Age" software at Harvard University, equipping him with advanced knowledge in cybersecurity. Before entering private practice, Bob devoted over 22 years to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) as a Special Agent and Supervisory Special Agent. His roles covered Program Coordinator for Public Corruption, Complex Financial Crime, Healthcare Fraud, and Domestic Terrorism. Throughout his tenure, he testified numerous times as a truth witness in criminal trials and before grand juries.
Bob also drafted expert reports for each accounting and computer investigations, demonstrating his capacity to bridge the gap between law enforcement and legal practice. In 2025, Bob was elected to partner at Baird Holm LLP, reflecting his dedication and contributions to the firm. He holds several prestigious certifications, which includes Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and the GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC). Additionally, he's a licensed Paraben pc forensics examiner and used to be formerly an AccessData Certified Examiner (ACE). These credentials underscore his expertise in each legal and technical aspects of cybersecurity. Active in various professional organizations, Bob is a member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE).
He has served at the board and as a member of the editorial advisory committee for "Fraud Magazine." He is likewise involved with the Nebraska Society of Certified Public Accountants and the Nebraska State Bar Association's Technology Sub-Committee. In June 2024, Bob joined the Omaha Crime Stoppers Board of Directors, leveraging his talent to decorate network safety. His contributions to the field consist of authoring publications on cybersecurity and fraud prevention, such as "Consumer Fraud: Who’s Liable," posted in the Nebraska Banker Magazine in December 2023.
