Robert B. Abtahi

Robert B. Abtahi

also known as Bobby Abtahi

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Dallas, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

3302 Swiss Circle, Dallas, TX

About Robert

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

Anytime you are charged with a criminal case it is important that you have a lawyer on your side that will fight for you and defend your rights. Whether you’re charged with a simple traffic citation or are facing a serious felony, you need a lawyer.

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 18 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2007

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Texas Defenders

3302 Swiss Circle, Dallas, TX, 75204

Texas Defenders Fort Worth

5601 Bridge Street, #300, Fort Worth, TX, 76112

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Robert B. Abtahi's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

30 Client Reviews

5 star (26) 4 star (4)
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Posted by Michael | December 29, 2015 | Consulted Attorney

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

Outspend Advice and Understanding

Mr. Abtahi provide me the information I needed to make an informed and educated decision on how to proceed with a pending criminal case. I am very grateful and satisfied with his advice.

Posted by anonymous | December 9, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Criminal Defense advice session

Robert is fantastic!! He contacted me within minutes of my inquiry, gave me outstanding advice, went beyond my expectations, was extremely helpful and was super friendly and laid back. I couldn't have asked for better!

Posted by anonymous | December 8, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Criminal Defense advice session

So far his responses have exceeded our expectations. He has provided good advice and helped us understand the law and procedures regarding our issue. He is still working for us and things are not yet resolved but we are very hopeful that he will succeed

Posted by Omar | December 1, 2015 | Consulted Attorney

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

Absolute Confidence

I spoke to Mr. Abtahi about a situation regarding criminal defense. He put me at ease despite the fact I did not retain his services. Rest assured he is the FIRST person I would want to represent me in court.

Posted by anonymous | November 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Real Estate advice session

Very informative!

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Robert B. Abtahi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Baker

Unknown lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Robert since law school. He has always shown himself to be a well-informed and highly capable attorney."

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Behnood Salehi

Unknown lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Robert in the past. He is experienced, diligent and respectful when dealing with his clients and their legal issues."

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Elena Denevich

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Great member of the legal community."

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Walter Hnot,

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Mar 21

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"Robert is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."

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David Schwaner

Business lawyer | Sep 01

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeremiah Denslow

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 01

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Keegan Harroz

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 01

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rick Flores

Business lawyer | Mar 02

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Robert von Dohlen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 30

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"I endorse this lawyer. Great resource for help with Business concerns!"

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Business lawyer | Jan 30

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Payma

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Contracts and agreements lawyer | Dec 31

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Contracts and agreements lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Shahed Chalaki

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Other

"Intelligent and hard working attorney, gets involved with the community, cares about people and his clients, and simply a great person to know."

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Nathan Anderson

Commercial real estate lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Robert since law school. I would not hesitate to use him on any matter given his experience and breadth of knowledge."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Community Service Award, The White House

2009

New and Noteworthy Texas Law Blog, State Bar of Texas

2009

Recognized Law Blog, American Bar Association Journal

2007

Semi-Finalist, Best Comment Award, SMU Science and Technology Law Review

2006

Certificate of Appreciation, City of Dallas

2005

Best Appellate Brief Nominee, Jackson Walker Moot Court Competition

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, The Law Office of Robert B. Abtahi

2011 - 2012

City Planning Commsioner, City of Dallas

2011 - 2012

Adjunct Professor of Law, Parker University

2010 - 2010

Guest Lecturer, Southern Methodist University, Center for Dispute Resolution & Conflict Management

2008 - 2011

Assistant City Attorney, Dallas City Attorney's Office

2007 - 2008

Attorney, Ernst & Young LLP

2006 - 2006

Summer Associate, Dallas City Attorney's Office

2005 - 2005

Summer Clerk, Dallas County Court at Law No. 3

2003 - 2004

Analyst, GameStop Corporation

Associations

Dallas Bar Association

State Bar of Texas

Texas Young Lawyers Association

Dallas Association of Young Lawyers

American Bar Association

Legal Aid of Northwest Texas

Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program

The College of the State Bar of Texas

Dallas Iranian American Bar Association

Founding Member

Iranian American Bar Association

Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Local Real Estate Services Company

Business Formation

IRC 280G Golden Parachute Payments

Executive Compensation, Global Equity Plan Design

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Education

2007

Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law

Juris Doctor

2003

The University of Texas at Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

N/A

Transaction Advisory Services Lunch & Learn

Benefits and Executive Compensation Considerations in a Transaction

N/A

Performance & Reward Conference, Atlanta

Global Equity Plan Optimization

N/A

Excecutive Compensation Lunch & Learn

Golden Parachute Payments

N/A

Downtown Dallas Quality of Life Conference

Matters Before the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH)

N/A

Dallas Stop the Violence Campaign

Broken Windows Theory

Publications

2010

The Dallas Morning News Burst Your Bubble

N/A

Texas Bar Journal Weblinks

N/A

The Young Texas Lawyer Navigating the Deep Web

N/A

The Young Texas Lawyer The Economics of Layoffs

N/A

The Young Texas Lawyer Take Control of Student Loans

Languages

Spanish

Farsi

Activity

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