Robert Ian Bruce

Robert Ian Bruce

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 19 years

Immigration Lawyer at Alexandria, VA
Practice Areas: Immigration, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

930 North Chambliss Street, Alexandria, VA

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Immigration 50%

Robert Bruce has a background in human rights, international development, and trial practice. He has worked for years at a local immigration practice in Northern Virginia before starting Liberty Legal's immigration practice.

10 years | 20 cases

50%
Criminal Defense 30%

Former public defender in Loudoun County, Virginia with extensive trial and litigation experience. Intensive concentration in traffic, criminal, domestic violence, child and sex related criminal allegations, and in handling mental illness and substance abuse.

19 years | 2,500 cases

30%
DUI and DWI 20%

Former public defender in Loudoun County, Virginia with extensive trial and litigation experience. Intensive concentration in traffic, criminal, domestic violence, child and sex related criminal allegations, and in handling mental illness and substa

19 years | 500 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 19 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2006

Active

No misconduct found

Location

By Appointment Only

930 North Chambliss Street, Alexandria, VA, 22312

Liberty Legal, LC

3 West Market Street, Leesburg, VA, 20176

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Robert Ian Bruce's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | November 7, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

A Wonderful Attorney

All it takes is one conversation with Mr Robert Bruce to know that he is a thorough professional and a genuinely warm person. The support and guidance he offers are what will help you decide that he should be the one in your corner during difficult times. Very impressed!

Posted by Michael | December 8, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Validted

I’ve consulted with mister Bruce on three different occasions, I’ve always found him both a good listener and good advisor. I’d recommend him to anyone in need of a good Lawer!

Posted by Tom | June 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Superb NOVA Attorney

Very professional, hard working determined and effective attorney. Mr Bruce helped me with a case I had been struggling to be heard on for several years with high priced Leesburg attorney. In a very short time Mr Bruce not only managed to have our argument heard but resolved the entire issue in 1 cou...rtroom visit. Couldn't have been more impressive! Highly recommend this Champion!!

Posted by anonymous | June 9, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Great lawyer

Very knowledgeable, caring, took the time to answer my MANY questions & concerns. Performed above & beyond my expectations in court.

Posted by Karen | June 8, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Experienced, Competent and Confident Trial/Criminal Attorney

Mr. Bruce came to my aid on a couple of different occasions. On the first occasion I was accused of violating a protective order when it was absolutely not true. I was incarcerated without bond and only learned about Robert after my bond appeal was denied using another attorney. Unfortunately, tha...t meant that I had to sit in jail for 34 days awaiting trial. Mr. Bruce came to visit me in LDADC and gave me all of my options to either expedite my release by pleading guilty, wait it out and see if there was a plea deal or go to trial. Because I knew I was not guilty of the crime, I opted to wait out the time until the trial date. Robert knows the Commonwealth attorneys and how to speak to them and present facts about the case. He was able to do that and resolve the issue without going to trial which resulted in my immediate release. It was in the middle of the holiday season and I was extremely sad and scared as I had never been in jail. He left no doubt in my mind that he would take good care of me and make certain I was released on the trial date. He followed through with exactly everything he conveyed to me and there was a very happy ending. Unfortunately, two months later, a similar issue came up because of a volatile situation in my home. I was not arrested but I was nervous about what might happen. Mr. Bruce met me at the Sherriff's office to receive a summons to appear, reached out to the alleged victim to find out what really happened and was able to get the victim and the witness to admit that their story was false and sign sworn affidavits stating that no abuse occurred. On the day of court he presented the information to the Commonwealth Attorney and they were forced to drop the charges. Unfortunately, once you find yourself in trouble with the law, even on one occasion, it can often snowball because the smallest thing can violate your probation or leave you suspect in situations where law enforcement is trying to determine who is at fault. Robert Bruce was absolute sunshine in my cloudiest of days. He walked me through the process and was extremely calm and confident about the outcome. He is one of the most competent attorneys I have met in a very long time. I would recommend him 100% if you or a family member ever find yourself in unfortunate circumstances.

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Robert Ian Bruce's Lawyer Endorsements

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Shayan Noor

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"Very good attorney. I'd let him represent me."

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Genevieve Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mr. Bruce provides high-quality and diligent service to his clients. He is a zealous advocate for those he represents."

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Kelly King

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and worked with Mr. Bruce for the past decade and I would highly recommend his services. He will work tirelessly to come up with creative defenses that produce great results for his clients. His language skills are also unparalleled as he is fluent in English, Spanish, and Arabic. The combination of his intelligence, knowledge of the law, and compassion make him formidable both in and out of the courtroom. I have referred several clients to him who have always come back to tell me how happy they were with his services. I would highly recommend him for anyone who finds themselves in a difficult situation and in need of an attorney."

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Ryan Ruzic

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Bruce is an exemplary attorney. Having worked on a number of cases with Mr. Bruce during my many years in the Northern Virginia legal community, I have seen his dedication, knowledge, and will to fight for his clients win many cases even against seemingly overwhelming evidence. I would strongly recommend that if you need a skilled and experienced attorney, particularly one who is also a expert in immigration law, that you contact Robert Bruce."

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Seth Peritz

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"Robert Bruce is one of the most caring and compassionate people I have seen represent a defendant. He makes sure to inform his clients every step of the way what is going to happen next, what there options are, and how to work through to the best option. He is also great with talking to and explaining issues and probable outcomes to family and friends. With 10 plus years experience in criminal defense and being fluent in 3 languages, he is certainly one of the most qualified attorneys around. Robert has tried countless jury and bench trials and has experience in General District Court, Circuit Court, and Juvenile Domestic Relations Court in all major jurisidictions in Northern Virginia. He has also written appeals to the Court of Appeals of Virginia."

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Shayan Noor

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Managing Partner, Liberty Legal, LC

2016 - 2019

Attorney At Law, The Law Office of James A. Rivera PLLC

2006 - 2016

Assistant Public Defender, Leesburg Office of the Public Defender

2001 - 2003

Management Specialist, Chemonics International

1999 - 2001

External Affairs Coordinator, Arab Center for the Independence of the Judiciary

Associations

2017 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2016 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Education

2006

George Mason University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

Georgetown University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2017

Introduction to US Courts, Evidence and Trial Practice

Professor

2012

Public Defender Bootcamp

Professor

Languages

Spanish

Arabic

English

Activity

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