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5.0 /5.0
7 Client Reviews
About Robert
Biography
Robert has been practicing law in Panama City and the Surrounding areas for 16 years. He grew up in the Memphis, Tennessee area and is the son of a Bay County native. Robert spent much of his summer vacations split between the beautiful shores of Panama City Beach and the small town life of Wewahitchka visiting family. It was these summer vacations that shaped his desire to live and work in our beautiful community.
Robert earned his Bachelor’s Degree in History from the University of Florida before moving on to Florida Coastal School of Law in Jacksonville to receive his Juris Doctorate. After a short Certified Legal Internship in the Jacksonville Public Defender’s Office, Robert accepted a position with the Bay County Public Defender’s Office here in Panama City.
After many years of helping the less fortunate, Robert felt the need and desire to provide help to the families in the community in which he lived, so he went into private practice to work at The Virga Law Firm in the Spring of 2016. Robert understands that going through a divorce or child custody battle can be a stressful time for a client and he strives to make the experience as painless as possible. Robert is a member of the St. Andrew’s Bay Inn of Court and Robert was recognized as a 2017 member of the Lawyers of Distinction in Family and Divorce. In June of 2022 Robert embarked on a new endeavor to start his own practice. Robert recognizes that each of his clients has their own set of goals for their case and will work tirelessly to achieve those goals. Robert has spent the last 16 years honing his skills in the courtroom in both jury and non-jury trials, and will not back down in a courtroom. It is thistype of philosophy that Robert expects to bring to his own firm.
It’s always been Robert’s philosophy to help those in and around the community you live in, and with the Bay County Public Defender’s Office he was able to provide help to those less fortunate protect their constitutional right to a legal defense.
When Robert is not in the courtroom, you may catch him enjoying the natural beauty of the Shell Island area, Econfina Creek, or Panama City Beach. Robert is also a huge college sports fan and often travels to see the Gators play football, basketball, and baseball among other sports. Robert enjoys giving back to the community, he participates in multiple charity events throughout the community, such as: Toys for Kids, Corks and Canvases, and Bowling for Kid’s Sake. Robert is a member of the St. Andrew’s School Advisory Board as well.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Family
90%
Criminal Defense
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 19 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Location
Robert Foster Boyette's Reviews
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Posted by April | November 7, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Attorney and Excellent Human Being!
At this moment I am waiting on a ruling from my final trial. I do not know the outcome, but I am glad I had/have Robert Boyette as a lawyer. When you hire a lawyer you've decided to fight, and you pray that your lawyer can be brutal enough to push for what you're hoping to achieve. You don't think ab...
Posted by anonymous | February 8, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent help
Appreciated his advice/counsel regarding my divorce. Managed to get everything settled thru mediation, without going to court. Happy with the final outcome!
Robert Foster Boyette's Lawyer Endorsements
"Rob is a skilled trial lawyer that is at ease in a courtroom. Rob is always dedicated to his clients and pursuing their goals. It is not uncommon for Rob to work on weekends preparing for trial and leaving no element of the case untouched. It is a pleasure practicing law with Rob, and hearing what insights he has about a case."
"I endorse this lawyer. Rob is a smart hardworking attorney. He cares about his clients and he knows the law."
"I highly endorse Rob as an attorney for Family and Criminal Law. I have worked alongside Rob for two years. Bringing his skills as a public defender to our firm, I've learned a great deal of trial practice and strategy from him. Whenever I have a criminal law question, I go to Rob, and regularly consult with him on our family law cases. Rob is a dedicated and knowledgeable attorney that I would recommend to anyone ."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Boyette and I first worked together as adversaries; he as a defense attorney and I as a prosecutor. Mr. Boyette not only demonstrated an excellent understanding of law and procedure, but he truly cared about his clients. Now, as a co-worker of Mr. Boyette, I have the privilege of benefitting from his vast knowledge of criminal and family law."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Family and Divorce Lawyer of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Owner/Attorney, Boyette Law Firm
2016 - 2022
Attorney, The Virga Law Firm
2005 - 2016
Assistant Public Defender, 14th Judicial Circuit Office of the Public Defender
2004 - 2004
Certified Legal Intern, 4th Judicial Circuit Public Defender's Office
Associations
2014 - Present
St. Andrews Bay American Inn of CourtBarrister
2010 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - Present
Florida BarMember
Education
2005
Florida Coastal School of Law
J.D.,
2001
University of Florida
B.A.,
Speaking Engagements
2019
St. Andrews Bay American Inn of Court
Ethics
2017
St. Andrews Bay American Inn of Court
Back To Basics
2016
St. Andrews Bay American Inn of Court
Ethics
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
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24 Jun 2021
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Motion to dismiss? What happens next?
25 Jun 2021
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Is there a specific form to file an Opposition for a Referral to a General Magistrate in Florida?
27 May 2021