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Michael D. Rubin

3.8
Rating: 5.2

Licensed for 30 years

Family Lawyer at Dallas, TX
Practice Areas: Family

13601 Preston Rd # 500, Dallas, TX

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024
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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 30 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1995

Not Eligible to Practice - Administrative Suspension

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2024

Location

Law Office of Michael D. Rubin, P.C.

13601 Preston Rd # 500, Dallas, TX, 75240-4911

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Michael D. Rubin's Reviews

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3.8 /5.0

34 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Nightmare Experience

I would never on any day recommend this attorney. I hired him and quickly changed to a new attorney. I wish I had known of the disciplinary actions, I would have submitted my personal experience of him & his practices. He asked that i sign a blank retainer, confirming that i could trust him this was ...their usual procedure. It was my first time needing representation and I thought he's here to help me, so I signed it. He did not represent me when it was my day in court because he was representing another client before a different judge. My court/judge waited on him as I tried multiple times to get his attention and when he finally showed up, the judge was going to reset the hearing date. He interrupted the judge by saying, he could do his portion in 10 minutes or less. Needless to say, he filled in the contract with an amount double what he quoted me and he got paid 10K. Then he put my case into a motion that my new attorney had to work to get changed costing me even more money. He never returned any calls and when I went to his office to retrieve the paperwork I had given him, he put me off for days and then copied it over and over until I could hardly carry it. Remember, one, ten minute hearing before a judge. When my new attorney requested my information from him, known as professional courtesy, details of requests, hearings, etc. He was still being notified by the court of my upcoming court date because he was still the attorney of record, he waited until after that hearing to send the paperwork. Again my new attorney, had to go around things instead of just a straight shot. This man was paid for nothing, because there was no legal representation. A true case in point, he will reap what he has sown-no ethics whatsoever. He just took advantage of an already difficult situation.

Michael Rubin

Replied last June 28, 2019

I have absolutely no idea who this. It does not sound like an actual client. When someone posts a review anonymously it is very hard to respond because a person can post whatever they want whether it is true or not. I would ask whomever this to post their real name so I can address these unfounded allegations. That's the problem with these sites a person can post anything with no proof with no repercussions. I get most of my cases on thumbtack where I have over 95 reviews with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating. Michael Rubin

Posted by Charity | November 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Amazing, Knowledgeable, The BEST!!!

I hired Mr Rubin, for my ongoing divorce case from hell, after an 8 month nightmare with another attorney, who did absolutely NOTHING with my case! In less than 3 weeks Mr Rubin had me in court, got spousal support, interim attorney fees and much more!!! He is a shark in the court room and is extreme...ly smart. Without him I would have been completely screwed. Mr. Rubin is representing me in Montgomery County and his firm is in Dallas Texas, 4 hours away!! He is extremely thorough and fights for his clients and gets RESULTS!! This is definitely the best decision I’ve ever made! Thank you for your continued hard work and amazing communication! I most definitely recommend Mr Rubin as family law attorney!!!!

Posted by Melissa | November 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fair price excellent work

I hired Mr Rubin to process my divorce case in another county. He and his associate, Nicol, handled everything in an efficient and professional manner. I was kept informed and couldn't be happier with the process. Whatever issues Mr Rubin may have had in the past, they appear to be well behind him.... I would recommend him to anyone that needs a good attorney.

Posted by Tara | June 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Top Notch Dallas area Attorney!

Michael Rubin is a fabulous Attorney! He filed my divorce in April of this year and has done an excellent job! He got me exactly what I wanted in our temporary orders hearing. He's very professional, but most of all very knowledgeable. I know he's always looking out for my best interest. Divorce i...s never easy, but his office is making this process as smooth as possible for me! He and his wonderful Assistant Nicol are very prompt with return phone calls and emails. I really like how Michael makes a point to answer each and every question I ask. I highly recommend!!!

Posted by Angel | April 16, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Highly Recommended!

After being blindsided by my husband with a separation and then blindsided by him filing a petition for parent-child relationship I was sent an estimate from Michael Rubin on Thumbtack. I was leery at first about speaking with him due to him having had a disciplinary action. However after reading al...l of his reviews, requesting info from The Texas Bar and speaking with him directly I was impressed and put at ease by his wealth of knowledge, confidence, professionalism and the fact that I was always able to reach him directly 7 days per week. He provided me with recommendations on how to handle each step of the court process. My case ended up being dismissed but I will definitely retain Mr. Rubin in the event of a divorce.

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Experience

Rating:  5.2 (Average)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2024.

Disability Suspension issued in TX, 2024

updated on 06/13/2024

Disability Suspension means the attorney has lost his or her license to practice law as a result of a mental or physical disability.

Fully Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2015

updated on 09/07/2016

Fully probated suspension means an attorney is technically suspended but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities during the suspension to make sure that he or she does not repeat the behavior.

Michael’s comment:

“All the discipline is a result of having to shut down my practice. It is complicated shutting down an practice and mistakes were made. Prior to this-I have never been in trouble with the law or any other organization. Since starting to work again-I have limited my case load and if you see my reviews on Thumbtack you will see that my clients are very satisfied with my work. These incidents occurred in late 2012-early 2013. Nothing has occurred since then. Michael Rubin”

Public Reprimand issued in TX, 2015

updated on 09/07/2016

Public reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Michael’s comment:

“In December of 2012 I became very ill and had to shut down my practice. I did not work for 8 months. Mistakes were made in closing the practice. None of the discipline had anything to do with my competency as a lawyer. These events occurred in 2012 and early 2013 but the cases were not resolved until 2015. I would ask that you consider my client reviews here and on other sites. Please also call me to discuss any concerns you may have. Thanks Michael Rubin”

Education

1995

University of Oklahoma College of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

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