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Robert Edward Keating
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Biography
Attorney Rob Keating has successfully represented individuals charged with crimes ranging from serious felony offenses to minor municipal citations in counties all across Texas.
Rob has a unique perspective gained by his broad life experiences prior to becoming an attorney. Shortly after his graduation from high school in Decatur, Texas, he joined the US Navy where he served for ten years aboard attack submarines. After leaving the Navy, he worked as a corporate trainer and developed his public speaking skills before attending law school. While in law school at Southern Methodist University, Rob gained valuable experience as an intern with both the Dallas County District Attorney's Office and the Dallas County Public Defender's Office.
As a firearms enthusiast, Rob is an NRA-certified Pistol Instructor, Home Firearms Safety Instructor, and Range Safety Officer. He is a former Texas License to Carry a Handgun Instructor and is an affiliated attorney with the Armed Citizens' Legal Defense Network.
Rob is a member of the Texas Bar College, State Bar of Texas Criminal Law Section, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, and the DUI Defense Lawyers Association. Rob was selected to the Thomson Reuters "Super Lawyers Rising Stars" list in 2020, published in Texas Monthly magazine.
Rob Keating is admitted to practice in the following courts:
- All District Courts in Texas
- All County Courts in Texas
- The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals & The Texas Supreme Court
- All Texas Courts of Appeal
- The United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas
- The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas
Rob received his B.S. degree summa cum laude from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale and received his Juris Doctor degree from Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law.
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Licensed in Texas for 11 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2014
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Location
Law Offices of Robert Keating, PLLC
777 Main Street, Suite 600, Fort Worth, TX, 76102
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Posted by Sam | April 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
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Rob has been a great attorney for my family during this difficult time. He is extremely knowledgeable, thorough and genuinely caring. Communication is beyond excellent and he doesn’t try to sell you on any outcome. Rob epitomizes what a great defense attorney should be. Honest, dependable and caring....
Robert Edward Keating's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Rob is a hard-working, passionate attorney that cares deeply about all of his clients. He will work diligently to find solutions for those he helps and do everything in his power to get the best possible result. If you want someone that knows what he's doing and cares about you, you owe it to yourself to talk to Rob. I highly endorse Rob Keating.."
"I worked with Rob for almost a year. His knowledge of the law is second to none. He is always thinking outside of the box and not afraid to take the tough case. I would wholeheartedly recommend Rob to anyone who asks."
"Rob asked me to assist him in a DWI trial. During this trial I noticed two very important qualities about him: 1) that he was well prepared and 2)that he was well respected by the Court. His client also believed in him and had the utmost confidence in his abilities. I recommend Rob Keating to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney as you will have peace of mind throughout the process and a hell of a legal advocate representing you."
"I emphatically endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of working with Robert on several cases while we were employed by the same firm. He is a passionate and dedicated attorney, who will work tirelessly for his clients. His knowledge of the law and approach to each case is admirable. If you were to choose Robert as your attorney, you would be in very good hands."
"I have worked with Rob in trial and in other criminal cases. Rob not only has an excellent grasp of the law, but also shows great care and concern for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"Rob is a skilled attorney who goes above and beyond in providing excellent client service and advocacy in the courtroom."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyers Rising Stars in Criminal Defense, Thomson Reuters
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyers Rising Star in Criminal Defense, Super Lawyers
2022
Elite Lawyer - DWI & Criminal Defense, Elite Lawyer
2022
National Trial Lawyers Top 100 - Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers
2022
360 West Magazine Top Attorneys - Criminal Defense, 360 West Magazine
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyers Rising Star in Criminal Defense, Super Lawyers
2021
Elite Lawyer - DWI & Criminal Defense, Elite Lawyer
2021
National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Criminal Defense, National Trial Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyers Rising Star in Criminal Defense, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Defense Counsel, Law Offices of Robert Keating, PLLC
2019 - 2020
Attorney, Dunham & Jones
2017 - 2019
Defense Counsel, Saputo Law Firm, PLLC
2017 - 2017
Associate Attorney, Beal Law Firm
2015 - 2017
Attorney, Mederos, PLLC
2014 - 2015
Legal Intern, Dallas County District Attorney's Office
2012 - 2012
Legal Intern, Dallas County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2020 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2020 - Present
Better Business BureauAccredited Business
2017 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
2017 - Present
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
2014 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
Sample of Legal Cases
2018 Not Guilty in Martin County Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon on a Peace Officer
Not Guilty
Education
2014
Southern Methodist University
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
1999
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Science,
Speaking Engagements
2016
The Responsible Armed Citizen Seminar
Use of force and deadly force in self defense, defense of others, and defense of property. Laws relating to the carrying of firearms in Texas.
Publications
2021
Armed Citizens' Legal Defense Network Journal, March 2021
Beyond Black Letter Law - An Interview with Attorney Rob Keating
Languages
English