S. Rafe Foreman

S. Rafe Foreman

also known as Rafe

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

Civil rights Lawyer at Fort Worth, TX
Practice Areas: Civil Rights, Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

500 E 4th Street, Suite 100, Fort Worth, TX

About S.

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Civil Rights 50%

1983 Civil Rights and all employment discrimination and wrongful termination cases.

50%
Criminal Defense 25%

All felonies and misdemeanors.

25%
Personal Injury 25%

Medical malpractice car wreck and aircraft crashes all other forms of injury cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 11 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2014

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Oklahoma for 28 years

State: Oklahoma

Acquired: 1997

Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Mexico for 36 years

State: New Mexico

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Texas for 37 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1988

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Hutchison & Foreman PLLC

500 E 4th Street, Suite 100, Fort Worth, TX, 76102

Hutchison & Foreman, PLLC

1312 Texas Avenue, Suite 101, Lubbock, TX, 79401

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S. Rafe Foreman's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

5 star (3)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Jeanne | January 17, 2010

When Talent Merges with Great Heart You Find Excellence

Here is a letter I wrote Rafe after he represented me. I am not internet savvy at this type of posting so not sure if this is the right way to add a review, but felt so strong about this man's professional excellence I wanted others to know. I have used a few attorneys in my life for different need...s. Rafe Foreman is in a league all his own. Rafe, Thank you very much for this update. I really appreciate all the strength and support you provided to me with this. It is still amazing to me how they operated and what this all turned into. I hope to not ever have to deal with these kind of people again, but if I even sense something close will seek your legal assistance from the very beginning. I have no doubt that had I worked with you from the beginning, none of this would have happened and even if I had still ended up losing my farm to them, it would have been a planned process with respect rather than the trama that occured. Thank you for helping me handle the emotional stress of their threats to my reputation and life...I had never had anyone treat me that way before and I was blindsided by them. I am doing well with my new promotion as well thanks to you, I followed through with the application / interview and kept going with my life during all of this. We live and learn...I have learned from this that sometimes you have to proactively fight versus wait til a last resort while relying on process to always promote fairness and for someone else to do what is right...I have also learned that not all attorneys are the same...you care more, work harder and have the talent to excel. I feel very fortunate to have found you. If you don't mind I would like for you to be my attorney for life, although I hope you will never have to work on anything such as this for me ever again. I think you are a tribute to your profession and to humanity...not just for your victories...but for the way you steward your power and heart in your work and your life. Sincerely, Jeanne Ann

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2009

Outstanding Attorney and Firm

Rafe and his partners Susan and Kern are without a doubt the most professional and outstanding attorneys I have ever been around or worked with. Combined they have the tenacity and are willing to put in the hard work necessary to be successful for their clients. Additionally, they are completely su...pportive and honest with their clients. Rafe and his partners are exactly what attorneys are supposed to be and I am glad to call them not only our attorneys but also friends.

Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2007

One of Top Attorneys in the USA

My Favorite thing about Rafe is that his approach involves taking an aggressive stand when necessary. BUT>>>At the same time, he understands the value of resolving matters amicably if possible. To that end, he often uses alternative dispute resolution methods, such as mediation, in an attempt to nego...tiate a fair and equitable settlement for his clients. Rafe understands that during the legal process, you will be faced with numerous choices and options. He firmly believes that open communication with his clients is crucial in order to achieve the best possible results. As your attorney, he will keep you informed to help you understand the potential consequences of any choice or legal action. TOGETHER, he will work with YOU to reach decisions designed to achieve the best possible outcome under the circumstances of your case. Rafe will use his education and experience to provide the highest quality, most creative, and strongest representation possible. ~Need an attorney, at least spot him a phone call~if you dont you will regret it!!

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S. Rafe Foreman's Lawyer Endorsements

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Tyler White

Litigation lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Friend

"I first met Rafe as a student in his Trial Advocacy class at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law. During this same semester, he agreed to mentor me on a research and writing paper that is required for graduation. I wrote the paper on the DWI breath testing machines that are used in Missouri and how they are so fraught with error that the shouldn't be used for any medical, legal or scientific purpose where accuracy is a factor. As crazy as this may seem, I learned more in one semester from Rafe's Trial Advocacy class and mentoring of me during my research of the DWI paper than I did in all of my other law school classes combined. What I learned about Rafe is that he is one of the best trial attorneys-in the world. If I had a personal legal issue that could possibly be brought in front of a jury in the future; there is no one else that I would want representing me than Rafe. I cannot say enough about how good this guy is in front of a jury!"

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Christopher Dysart

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rafe is a highly talented trial lawyer. I highly endorse Rafe."

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Michael Callahan

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 23

Relationship: Other

"Rafe is an excellent lawyer and teacher. I endorse this lawyer."

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Paul Wright

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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William Vitz

Litigation lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Rafe is the kind of lawyer most lawyers in the world will never become, but should. He has done more than most to bring about change in the way lawyers do their job."

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Joseph Stephens

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Rafe is one of a kind. One of the very best lawyers in America, hands down. An even better human being who would give the shirt off his back to help someone in need."

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Patrick Wright

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known and watched Rafe Foreman for many years. He is an excellent lawyer. He has been featured on Court TV. There are few lawyers that are as good as Rafe Foreman in court. In a fight, you want Rafe Foreman on your side. As a fellow lawyer, I have tremendous respect for this lawyer."

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Patrick Wright

Family lawyer

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Jessica Joyner

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyer

2022

Elite Lawyer, Elite Lawyer

2021

Lifetime Achievement Award, Educating Advocacy Teachers EATS

2019

Top Gun Qualifier 2017-2018-2019, Baylor School of Law

2019

National Qualifier 2017, 2018,2019, Tournament of Champions

2019

SUPERSTAR AWARD, OACDL

2018

Nationally Ranked Trial Advocacy Program, US NEWS & WORLD Reports

2018

Faculty Appreciation Award, DUIDLA

2017

Distinguished Lawyer, Expert Network

2015

Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Distinguished Achivement, Disability Rights of Texas

2010

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine

2009

FWB Leadership Award, Trial Lawyers College

2008

Texas Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine

2008

AV-Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Texas Super Lawyer,

2007

AV rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Volunteer of the Year, Texas Motor Speedway and Speedway Children's Charities

2006

Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly

2005

Top Attorney,

N/A

Best Lawyers in Fort Worth,

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Partner, Hutchison & Foreman, PLLC

Associations

2021 - Present

New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - Present

Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys

member

1996 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

BOARD CERTIFIED CRIMINAL LAW

State Bar of Texas

Member

New Mexico State Bar

Member

Oklahoma Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Eaves v. Carrier Corp

jury verdict $4 million

Wright v. Arlington Steakhouse

$450,000 jury verdict for Plaintiff

Kathy Nieves Duncan v. East Texas Medical Center EMS

$4,000,000 verdict for Plaintiff

Landsfeld v. Texas State Comptroller

1.6 million dollar jury verdict

Nieves v. East Texas Medical Center

$2.1 million dollar verdict

SOT v. Wan

murder charge dismissed

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Education

1988

Texas Tech University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

Texas A&M University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2021

DUIDLA

Opening and Direct

2020

CATLA CLE

Winning in Voir DIre

2018

DUIDLA

DWI and Voir Dire

2018

ASGPP National Convention

Key Note Speaker

2011

Damages in Civil Litigation 2011

Non-Economic Loss

2011

Cross Examination

Cross Examination

2008

Trial Lawyer's College

Staff- instructor

2007

Trial Lawyers College

Staff - trainer

2007

TLC Regional Round Top

Voir Dire

2006

TAA State Convention

Legal Ethics in Auctions

2006

Staff - trainer

Trial skills

Publications

2011

State Bar of Texas CLE Damages- Non-Economic Loss

2011

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association Cross-Examination

2008

The Warrior Texecuted

2008

The Warrior Making The Courtroom Your Theater

2007

The Warrior Never Try a Case Alone

Languages

English

Activity

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