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also known as Bob Keefer
Bob Keefer has been practicing law in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia since graduating from William and Mary Law School in1983. Over the last 30 plus years he has routinely appeared in Harrisonburg, Staunton, Woodstock, Luray, and Waynesboro to represent his clients. Bob has handled hundreds, if not thousands, of traffic cases, both reckless driving and driving under the influence.
Bob has completed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) approved student course in administration of standardized field sobriety tests - the same class the police officer had to pass to become an officer in Virginia.
Bob is one of the few NHTSA Certified Field Sobriety Instructors in the Virginia. This is the same certification that the person who taught your police officer should have had.
Bob is also very familiar with Virginia's new evidentiary breath test machine, the EC/IR II. Bob actually has an EC/IR. He has discovered that the new device cannot tell the difference between diabetics and drunks. Bob has also discovered that Virginia has covered up this problem.
Bob has written articles published on the Internet about the problems with the EC/IR II. Bob is a member of the National College for the DUI Defense.
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43 years | 2,500 cases
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State: Virginia
Acquired: 1983
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Posted by anonymous | January 7, 2026 | Hired Attorney
We had an excellent experience working with this firm! Great team who were reliable, efficient and were a pleasure to work with.
Posted by Paul | April 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
We retained Mr. Keefer's services for my daughter who received a speeding ticket in Harrisonburg (52mph in a 35). The process was as smooth as can be. He was able to get the violation down to a non-moving violation with no points. Just get him everything he asks for to help in your defense and you'll...
Posted by Bruce | March 5, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
I did exactly what Bob told me to and all charges were dismissed. I was required to pay court costs. No points and clean record.
Posted by Erik | February 3, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Keefer was called to defend me for a traffic citation. Through his negotiations the court dropped the citation completely. I just wanted to thank him and Dana for all their help with this matter.
Posted by Sayyid | October 2, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Great legal mind and advocate. Professional, courteous and efficient representation.
"I endorse this lawyer. I’ve worked with Mr. Keefer on a number of cases over the years. His knowledge of DUI and DUI defense is unparalleled. Whenever, I have a complicated issue involving DUI defense he is the first person I consult. He is passionate about his representation of clients and is always prepared."
"I have worked with Bob on a number of cases over the years. Extremely knowledgeable and excellent trial attorney. I have actually hired him as an advisor for complex DUI cases due to his extraordinary knowledge and skill in handling DUI's. Would highly recommend him."
""Bob" Keefer is nationally known as the "go to" criminal defense and DUI lawyer in Virginia. He has been the pioneer and champion of DUI defense in Virginia and is relied upon for his insight by attorneys nationwide. If I ever had a friend or family member accused of a DUI or other criminal charge in Virginia, my first and last recommendation would be Bob Keefer without reservation."
"Bob Keefer is a real star in the DUI/DWI community. He is a well-known member of the National College for DUI Defense and a great attorney. I strongly recommend him."
"Bob is a fellow member of the National College for DUI Defense. He is a strong member of the DUI defense community. I highly recommend him in that area."
"I have known Robert Keefer for about 7 years and I can tell you there are very few lawyers that have the same encyclopedic understanding of DUI/DWI law as he does. I could almost call his understanding "old hat" because he is so comfortable with the subject matter, but that wouldn't do it justice. Robert is so much more than just his understanding, he has such an energy about himself, such a desire to learn more, climb the next mountain and most importantly to disprove the next level of non-sense the government is throwing at us! He is similar to what baseball calls a triple threat, he knows the law, is energized by it, and most important has no problem teaching the jury (and prosecution) what they need to know. Anybody that hires Robert Keefer is in good hands....and that's all I am going to say about that!"
"Bob is a leader in the Virginia criminal defense bar, particularly but not exclusively in the area of DUI Defense. More than any other lawyer I know, Bob has been instrumental in uncovering documents/data from the Division of Forensic Science which make clear the limitations and errors of both the previous and current generation of machines used to prosecute defendants for DUI. Bob has been instrumental in developing new defenses, and his tenacity, innovative and relentless spirit, have well-served justice in Virginia. I know my own practice has benefited from the things I have learned from the product of some of his efforts on behalf of his clients. Thanks Bob and keep it up!"
"There are many lawyers to choose from. However, there is only one that you can trust to successfully defend your DWI charge. Attorney Keefer is not only an exceptional lawyer, he is a man you can trust. His knowledge of the law and his skill in the courtroom make him a formidable adversary. Attorney Keefer’s persuasive abilities have given him a national reputation as one of the finest advocates for the accused citizen. Without hesitation, I strongly endorse Attorney Keefer."
"Bob Keefer is a gentleman who makes this endorsement of his work an easy task because good, honest people are always easy to encourage others to trust. I remember the very first time I met Bob almost 10 years ago. He was a passionate defense attorney who really wanted to attack the Intoxilyzer 5000 breath test machine in his home state of Virginia. I was honored then to answer his questions, and just recently I turned to him for help because his passion to excel and become an innovator in his field has not diminished one bit. He has succeeded in becoming a leader in his practice of DUI defense and I would not hesitate one moment to trust a member of my family to Bob's care."
"Having been a member of the National College for DUI Defense for over 10 years now, and as an annual attendee of two to three national DUI defense seminars, I have been privileged to get to know many of our nation's finest DUI defense attorneys. Robert Keefer is undoubtedly amongst this select group. His reputation for professional excellence far exceeds the borders of Virginia. His reputation as a well trained, experienced, ultra talented yet deeply compassionate, DUI defense attorney is not only national but matched by very few. I proudly and loudly endorse Robert Keefer. The citizen accused could be in no better hands. Period. The fact that he is a personal friend is but a bonus."
"I am honored to write this endorsement of Bob Keefer's ability as a DUI trial lawyer. I have known Bob for a number of years and value his advise and friendship tremendously. Bob and I met while attending DWI Certification Training and the top DWI seminars in the nation. Bob is well known and respected throughtout the country by the nation's best DUI attorneys. Bob's contributions to our national list server are a constant reminder of the level of excellence he has attained. Bob's committment to continue to push the envelop in the areas of training, innovative confrontation of the breath testing device and program, legal writing and flat out fighting for the rights of his clients. I recently spent an hour with Bob at the airport after attending the nationally renowned "Mastering Scientific Evidence" seminar. How refreshing to break bread with a man of character who is totally committed to doing his very best to advance the interests of his clients. God bless! Jamie "DWI Dude" Balagia"
"Bob is a tireless defender of anyone accused of DUI. He is dedicated to his clients and their cases. Bob was the first attorney to get the state of Virginia to turn over critical information about their new breath machine, the Intoximeter EC/IR II. In a state saturated with attorneys, Bob is clearly one of the best."
"Bob Keefer is an outstanding lawyer and when it comes to DUI defense in the Commonwealth of VA, he ranks among the elite. Following VA's adoption of a new breath testing machine as the "gold standard" across the state, Bob began working on the facts to show that it, in fact, has serious flaws. His efforts were rewarded with numerous court victories in which the reliability of the machine was severely undermined. Bob is dedicated to finding the best solution for his clients' needs and will work tirelessly to achieve great results for those in his care."
"I endorse this lawyer. You would be hard pressed to find a harder working attorney than Rob Keefer. His down to earth manner and ability to listen are just a few of his strengths. He goes the extra mile for his clients and keeps up on the latest scientific research on breath testing. He recently completed the "Mastering Scientific Evidence" Program for DUI in New Orleans. This program is put on by the National College of DUI Defense. Rob is only one of a handful of lawyers from Virginia to attend this program. Rob knows that mastering the forensic science is the key element in effective DUI defense."
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2014
Mastering Scientific Evidence, National College for DUI Defense
2014
Forensic Chromatography: Solid Dose Drug Testing IV, Axion Analytical Labs, Inc.
2010
Mastering Scientific Evidence, National College for DUI Defense, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer Association
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Mastering Scientific Evidence, National College for DUI Defense, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer Association
2009
DWI means Defend with Ingenuity, National College for DUI Defense, National Association Criminal Defense Lawyers
2008
Mastering Scientific Evidence, National College for DUI Defense, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer Association
2008
DWI means Defend with Ingenuity, National College for DUI Defense, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2003 - Present
Principal, Keefer Law Firm, PLC
1987 - 2003
Partner, Hoover Penrod
1983 - 1987
Associate, Hoover Penrod
2014 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard Member
2000 - Present
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1983 - Present
Harrisonburg-Rockingham Bar AssociationMember
1983 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
Member
2014 - 2014
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard of Directors
1997 - 1998
Harrisonburg-Rockingham Bar AssociationSecretary
DWI and Refusal both dismissed
1983
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2011
Williamsburg DUI Seminar
2009
How to Avoid getting arrested at JMU
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Legal Guides
How fast can I go in a 65mph zone in Virginia before it is reckless driving by speed?
21 Dec 2009
What is the difference between the Intoxilyzer 5000 and the EC/IRII?
21 Dec 2009
Is Speeding a NHTSA clue of impaired driving?
20 Dec 2009