Bobby D. Mims

Bobby D. Mims

also known as Boren & Mims, PLLC

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 48 years

Federal crime Lawyer at Tyler, TX
Practice Areas: Federal Crime, DUI & DWI, White Collar Crime, Criminal Defense

216 W. Erwin Street, Suite 300A, Tyler, TX

About Bobby

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Federal Crime 40%

I am on the A Panel of CJA Attorneys for the Eastern District of Texas and have intimate knowledge of Federal Trial Procedure and US Sentencing Guidlines.

41 years | 110 cases

40%
DUI and DWI 30%

I try DWI case to the jury. Over the last 3 years I have had Not Guilty verdicts on 90% of my DWI cases.

31 years | 350 cases

30%
Criminal Defense 15%

I have experience in capital murder defense, sex crimes, aggravated robbery, murder and drug cases. I have successfully defended serious drug cases involving significant monetary forfeitures and serious state and federal felonies.

46 years | 224 cases

15%
White Collar Crime 15%

I have Federal White Collar Criminal defense in Bank Fraud, Mail Fraud and Wire Fraud. I have successfully defended several corporations investigated for bribery, kickback allegations and money laundering indictmens.

46 years | 73 cases

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Pro bono

5 %

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 48 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1977

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Boren & Mims

216 W. Erwin Street, Suite 300A, Tyler, TX, 75702

Bobby D. Mims, PC

5380 Old Bullard Road, Suie 600-307, Tyler, TX, 75703

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Bobby D. Mims's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Jay walker

Outstanding job on my case. I could not have asked for a better outcome. Excellence across the board.

Posted by anonymous | April 8, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Unbelievable

I am so grateful to have Bobby D Mims as my attorney. I have complete faith in him as well as his excellent assistant and staff. I cannot describe the peace of mind he brought to our first consultation without making any promises on the outcome. I would recommend Bobby D Mims to anyone in need of a c...riminal defense attorney. I believe in Mr. Mims. Ms. Barton is wonderful and cannot go unmentioned. She has been a Godsend and there aren't enough good words to describe these attorneys.

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Bobby D. Mims's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mitch Adams

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Bobby since I started practicing law over 20 years ago. He's always been one of the smartest, hardest-working attorneys I know.. And he has more experience than Moses. If you're in serious trouble, you need Bobby Mims in your corner."

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Brian Rollings

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Bobby for many years. He is passionate and tireless. He is an experienced trial attorney and respected throughout the state of Texas. He has been a great leader in teaching and mentoring other attorneys through the Smith County Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association."

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William Wilder

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Outstanding trial attorney. Highest professional ethics and consults willing with his peers. Distinguished past president and long time member of Texas Defense Lawyers Association."

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Justin Weiner

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bobby has an unparalleled reputation within the legal community. He is a passionate advocate for his clients and has the experience necessary to successfully navigate the criminal justice system. He cares deeply about his clients and about bettering the criminal justice system as a whole."

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Sravanesh Muralidhar

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 08

Relationship: Friend

"Bobby Mims is an exceptional criminal defense lawyer. Bobby was the first lawyer I contacted for advice a year ago when I began my criminal defense practice. He is knowledgeable and has provided me valuable advice on every case. I wholeheartedly endorse him."

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Ryan Gertz

Federal crime lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Bobby for a number of years through his fantastic work in the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. Recently, though, I have had the opportunity to work jointly with him on a major criminal matter. He is dedicated, responsive, and knowledgable."

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Robert Fickman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bobby is one of the best, most respected criminal defense lawyers in Texas. Bobby Mims had a successful career in the oil and gas industry. He gave that up to pursue a career as a criminal defense lawyer. Bobby likes to fight. He likes to fight the government and he is very good at it. He is fearless. He stands tall, takes no guff, and makes the other guy back down and crawl into a hole. If in trouble and you live anywhere in Texas, hire Bobby. Bobby is a leader among defense lawyers. He is a past president of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association. I served with Bobby. He does not quit! Bobby doesn't sleep. There is nothing usual about getting an email at 3am from Bobby. All of Texas owes Bobby a debt of gratitude for his commitment to Liberty. Bobby was one of the main players in getting key legislation passed that protects the rights of all Texans."

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Christopher Hoover

Criminal defense lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bobby Mims is one of the best lawyers I have ever met. His dedication and professionalism are to be admired and desired. He is the best lawyer I know in East Texas and has handled all types of cases. With Bobby on your side, you should have no worries about your results. I admire him greatly and strive to achieve his reputation in the legal community."

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John Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Friend

"Excellent Lawyer! Bobby is a tireless worker who will not quit. I call him when I have question because he is a mentor to many throughout the State of Texas. I endorse this lawyer."

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Eric Torberson

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Bobby is an outstanding defender of the constitution."

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Frank Sellers

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Bobby is one of the hardest working people I know. Not only does he work hard for his own clients but also to bring fairness to Texas criminal justice (which benefits all citizens accused in Texas). Any person accused would be lucky to have Bobby representing them."

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Lincy Thomas

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He worked tirelessly on a client matter. I represented the client in Immigration Court and Bobby Mims represented the client in state criminal court. Given the short time frame of immigration court proceedings in detained criminal cases, Mr. Mims was able to get the State Court to issue a writ pulling my client out of immigration proceedings until we could get criminal issues resolved. This prevented ICE from having two shots to deport our mutual client. It was a big victory! Kudos to him!"

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Larry Mcdougal

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bobby is an excellent attorney and currently serves as president of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association."

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Martin Ben Zimmerman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Bobby Mims. I have worked with Bobby on several boards and have watched him work. Bobby is one of those special persons that puts everyone around him at ease. His ability to communicate in a simple and believable manner almost compels anyone to believe Bobby's opinion. I am proud to be able to call Bobby a friend, however I am even prouder to say he is someone I look up to."

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Tab Lawhorn

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bobby Mims is an excellent attorney. He has a keen sense of trial strategy that has propelled his reputation beyond the court house. If you need someone that is going to fight hard for your, Bobby is highly recommended by me."

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Tyrone Moncriffe

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.Bobby is the type of lawyer that lawyers go to if they are in trouble with the law. He is simply one of the best trial lawyers i have ever seen and think one of the best in the state."

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Gene Beaty

DUI and DWI lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bobby Mims is an excellent lawyer, highly professional and committed to improving our profession with better education, communication and aggressive defense of citizen's accused. He is a fine fellow to know and he knows the law."

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John Gioffredi

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bobby Mims exemplifies what a criminal defense lawyer should be. Although he is quite accomplished and recognized throughout the state, and a leader in the field, he never quits learning or trying to find a new angle or edge in defending his clients. I give him my unqualified endorsement."

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Kelly Case

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bobby Mims is one of those exceptional people that can relate to juries and make them see the world through his client's eyes. His track record is superb and he is frequently asked for advice by lawyers from all over the state of Texas. He is a top professional and one of the best trial attorneys in Texas. He gets results for his clients."

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Stephen Hamilton

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Bobby for years and find him an outstanding criminal defense attorney who truly cares for his clients. His knowledge and mastery of the law is amazing. More importantly he has the ability to connect with a jury or judge in a common sense way. He has presented at seminars that I have attended and I always leave knowing more than I did when I arrived. I highly endorse Bobby Mims."

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Jeremy Rosenthal

Criminal defense lawyer

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William Wilder

General practice lawyer

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Robert Fickman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Steven Green

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Smith

Criminal defense lawyer

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Eric Torberson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Katherine Scardino

Criminal defense lawyer

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Dan Cogdell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Deandra Grant

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Earl Musick

Criminal defense lawyer

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Keith Hampton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Carlo D'Angelo

Federal crime lawyer

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Christopher Hoover

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Reynaldo Morin

Federal crime lawyer

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Bradley Lollar

Criminal defense lawyer

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Austin Jackson

Appeals lawyer

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Scott Pawgan

Criminal defense lawyer

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Martin Ben Zimmerman

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Volberding

Appeals lawyer

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Tab Lawhorn

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

2009

NACDL Advocacy Award, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Assocaition

2009

Texas Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense, Texas Monthly Magazine

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

President's Award, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2008

Texas Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense, Texas Monthly Magazine

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2007

Texas Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense, Texas Monthly Magazine

2007

President's Award, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Texas Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense, Texas Monthly Magazine

2006

President's Award, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Work Experience

1990 - Present

Attorney at Law, Bobby D Mims

Associations

1995 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1984 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

1980 - Present

Smith County Bar Association

Member

1977 - Present

Cherokee County Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2014

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

President

2001 - 2010

Smith County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Public Affairs Officer

Sample of Legal Cases

Baker v Texas

Not Guilty in 10 minutes

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Education

1977

South Texas College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1974

University of Texas, Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

The Harvard Business School

Speaking Engagements

2018

Smith County Bar Association Continuing Education for Family Lawyers

Criminal Defense for Family Practitioners

2015

Certification training for Legal Assistants

Criminal Law 101

2015

Advanced Criminal Law Seminar

The Morton Act Symposium

2014

Criminal Law Seminar

The Morton Act

2013

Criminal Law Seminar

Voir Dire

2010

Survivor Skills

Handling Blood Draw Cases

2008

Captial Trial Advocacy

Plea Bargaining in Capital Murder Cases

2007

Prairie Dog Seminar in Lubbock

Issues in Family Violence Cases

2007

Criminal Trial Advocacy Program

Objections to Punishment Phase Jury Instructions in Capital Murder Cases

2007

Advanced Trial Tactics

Preservation of Error

2006

Trial Tactics

Defense of Family Violence Cases

Publications

2011

Prairie Dog Seminar in Lubbock Ethics - The Prosecutor's Duty to Disclose

Languages

Spanish

English

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