Robert Franklin Keefer

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Robert Franklin Keefer

also known as Bob Keefer

4.9
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 42 years

Speeding and traffic ticket Lawyer at Harrisonburg, VA
Practice Areas: Speeding & Traffic Ticket

578 East Market Street, #102, Harrisonburg, VA

About Robert

Biography

Successfully defending those charged with Reckless Driving, Speeding & DWI/DUI for over 30 years.

Bob has represented people like you with Speeding Tickets for over 30 years.

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Speeding and Traffic Ticket 100%

43 years | 2,500 cases

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 42 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1983

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Keefer Law Firm

578 East Market Street, #102, Harrisonburg, VA, 22801

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Keefer Law Firm PLC

505 N. Main Street, Suite 111, Woodstock, VA, 22664

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Keefer Law Firm PLC

PO Box 811, Staunton, VA, 24402

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Robert Franklin Keefer's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

222 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 52 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | April 12, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Speeding and Improper Stop on Highway

We live out of state and our daughter is a JMU Student with very limited highway driving experience who has never been pulled over before. She was coming home at night on 81, had passed some tractor trailers and nervously exceeded the speed limit. Having never been pulled over before she pulled ov...er to the closest side of the highway, to the Left, instead of pulling over to the Right side of the road (which we see in our state all of the time). She was charged with Reckless Driving for speeding and Improper Stop on a Highway for pulling to the wrong side of the road. We did research and found out how serious these charges are in the state of Virginia! We knew our daughter would need a lawyer and found Mr. Keefer. Mr. Keefer was very knowledgeable about what would need to be done in hopes of getting these charges reduced. His secretary Beth immediately provided us a “to-do” list to complete prior to appearing in court. On the day of court, Mr. Keefer was able to get the Improper Stop charge dropped and the Reckless Driving charge reduced to Improper Driving upon the completion of a Driver’s Safety Class, 1 year unsupervised probation, community service and a $ 500 fine. Compared to the charges she was facing (a possible Criminal Record) we are very happy with this outcome and thank Mr. Keefer and Beth for all of their guidance.

Posted by Harry | February 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Simply Amazing

I received a Reckless Driving charge for going 89 on a 70 interstate while driving through Virginia. Mr. Keefer was able to get the case postponed for a couple months while we worked on paperwork (character letters, completing an online driving school and so on), and then was able to get the charge r...educe from Reckless Driving to Improper Driving (not a misdemeanor like Reckless Driving). Mr. Keefer was amazing -- I couldn't have asked for anything more. He and his office helped me through every step of the process, and there were no issues with the fact that I hold a UK license and live out of state. He showed a great deal of knowledge about the relevant parties (the State Trooper that stopped me and so on) at every stage. Thanks so much!!

Robert Keefer

Replied last February 25, 2016

I am glad that we were able to help you. Sometimes people forget how important it is to know the individuals involved in the resolution of the case. Fortunately I have been practicing law in the Shenandoah Valley for over 30 years so I know the folks involved in the cases I take.

Posted by anonymous | December 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Job well done

Bob's capable, efficient representation saved me two long trips to court. He got my RD charge first continued for 6 months, then dropped upon submission of evidence of good performance during that time and other character evidence--and he knew exactly what I needed to submit. Beth at his office is ve...ry capable and cooperative. I'd absolutely recommend him, or rehire--which hopefully won't be necessary!

Posted by anonymous | November 19, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Shocked College Freshman!

You are in excellent hands with Bob and his colleague Beth Todd. Our freshman child at James Madison University was arrested by the police in his dorm room and charged with intoxication in public. Bob successfully had the case dismissed. He was reassuring throughout the process, answered all of our... questions in advance of the court date and helpfully suggested steps that our child could take to better the changes of getting the case dismissed. If you or your family find themselves in a similar situation, do NOT HESITATE to hire Bob!!

Posted by Kathleen | November 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

OOPS!

Without a doubt, Mr. Keefer is a blessing in disguise and I was very fortunate to obtain Keefer Law Firm to represent me. I was pulled over outside of Harrisonburg VA and charged with reckless driving for speeding - 83 in a 60 MPH zone. Rather frightening to be facing a substantial fine, potenti...al jail time, a criminal charge, and the 11 yr. black mark on my DMV record (I think that stays regardless of the outcome). I work in the medical profession and penalties are applied from the VA Board of Medicine and my professional organizations. Needless to say, my car insurance would skyrocket, forever! Shortly after I received my ticket, I was inundated with brochures mailed from competing attorney offices. Mr. Keefer was strongly recommended by several of his colleagues who could not represent me because of the location of the Court. Mr. Keefer and his assistant Beth Todd, were reassuring and assisted me in obtaining documentation for Mr. Keefer to successfully represent me. Beth was very professional throughout the entire process, and did a great job of cajoling me to provide all the necessary information to help with my defense. Mr. Keefer is thorough and knows what he needs to represent you! I was unable to travel back to Harrisonburg because of an out of state assignment and Mr. Keefer again, calmed my fears regarding his ability to represent me in my absence. He never promised a positive outcome but remained confident in his abilities. Mr. Keefer was able to reduce my RD charge to improper driving. The fine was very reasonable but, most important to me, is not checking the "yes" box to the question; Do you have a criminal record?! I cannot verbalize enough positives about Mr. Keefer and Beth. I would highly recommend Keefer Law Firm to anyone finding themselves in a similar predicament in need of a trustworthy attorney. Thanks Mr. Keefer and Beth.

Robert Keefer

Replied last November 10, 2015

We appreciate the kind words. You were a great client as you did everything we asked to help us help you. I am glad we got this resolution for you. Many people do not understand how serious reckless driving by speed can be. Best regards, Bob

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Robert Franklin Keefer's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Martin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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R. Bostic

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Daryl Thompson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Robert Keefer for his skills and experience defending DUI/DWI cases."

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Marcos Garza

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

""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."

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Scott Nolan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jonathan Fisher

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Garrett Green

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bob, is one of the best DUI attorney in Virginia. Great guy and great attorney."

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Tad Nelson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Jerry Knafo

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Harry Hudson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Okorie Okorocha

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Bernhard

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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!"

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Excellent lawyer."

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Ryan Russman

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Charles Sifers

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Harley Wagner

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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James Balagia

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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"

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Jason Glass

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Todd La Neve

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Lawrence Newman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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R. Bostic

Criminal defense lawyer

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R. Vang

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Douglas Aaron

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Scott Spindel

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jonathan Fisher

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Amber Spurlock

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jerry Knafo

Personal injury lawyer

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David Bernhard

Criminal defense lawyer

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Patrick Bales

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Ryan Russman

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Leonard Harden

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Thomas Lester

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Harley Wagner

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Nicholas Juhl

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jason Glass

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Todd La Neve

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Charles Sifers

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Lawrence Newman

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Jarrett Ambeau

DUI and DWI lawyer

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W. McKinney

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

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

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Principal, Keefer Law Firm, PLC

1987 - 2003

Partner, Hoover Penrod

1983 - 1987

Associate, Hoover Penrod

Associations

2014 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Board Member

2000 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1983 - Present

Harrisonburg-Rockingham Bar Association

Member

1983 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2014 - 2014

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

1997 - 1998

Harrisonburg-Rockingham Bar Association

Secretary

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth v Jane Doe

DWI and Refusal both dismissed

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Education

1983

William & Mary Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Hampden-Sydney College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2011

National College of DUI Defense

Williamsburg DUI Seminar

2009

How to Avoid getting arrested at JMU

How to Avoid getting arrested at JMU

Publications

2009

DUI/DWI Arrest Survival Guide: The Guilt Myth (Second Edition) DUI/DWI Arrest Survival Guide: The Guilt Myth (Second Edition)

2009

The 88 Consequences of a Virginia DWI/ DUI Conviction The 88 Consequences of a Virginia DWI/ DUI Conviction

2009

Harrisonburg's Invalid Opern Container Law Harrisonburg's Invalid Opern Container Law

2008

The EC/IR II comes to Virginia The EC/IR II comes to Virginia

2008

How Innocent People get convicted of DUI How Innocent People get convicted of DUI

2008

The Dirty Little Secret with Virginia's DWI Testing Program The Dirty Little Secret with Virginia's DWI Testing Program

2008

Blood Test Proves Virginia Breath Tester Dated, Unstable and Unreliable -- Lady With 0.00 Alcohol Diagnosed as .60 Bac Blood Test Proves Virginia Breath Tester Dated, Unstable and Unreliable -- Lady With 0.00 Alcohol Diagnosed as .60 Bac

2008

The Shocking Truth About Reckless Driving By Speed In Virginia The Shocking Truth About Reckless Driving By Speed In Virginia

2008

Three Myths About Virginia Reckless Driving By Speed Three Myths About Virginia Reckless Driving By Speed

2008

Five Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Virginia Criminal Case Five Mistakes That Can Wreck Your Virginia Criminal Case

2008

Virginia DWI Breath tester makes huge mistake—finds .60 bac when subject’s real bac is zero. Virginia DWI Breath tester makes huge mistake—finds .60 bac when subject’s real bac is zero.

2007

How to Choose a Virginia DUI Lawyer How to Choose a Virginia DUI Lawyer

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