Robert R. Debes Jr.

Robert R. Debes Jr.

also known as Bob Debes

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 35 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 1515, Houston, TX

About Robert

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Employment and Labor 100%

Wage and Hour litigation, tip pool cases, discrimination, wrongful termination, severance, etc.

37 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 35 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1990

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Shellist | Lazarz | Slobin LLP

11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 1515, Houston, TX, 77046

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Robert R. Debes Jr.'s Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

90 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 42 reviews | Employment & Labor

Posted by Edie | January 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

“A Lawyer and A Gentleman”

I engaged the services of Bob Debes to assist me with a disability discrimination case against my employer. He took my concerns, made them his own, and successfully negotiated a settlement agreement on my behalf. He is an excellent communicator and is never out of touch with his clients. I would rate... his performance as stellar.

Posted by Steve | November 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Top Texas Employment & Labor Lawyer

Bob Debes is an outstanding Texas Employment & Labor Lawyer, a true leader in his field and a master of his craft. Bob's decades of dedicated experience as a Lawyer has provided him with deep knowledge and understanding of Texas labor laws. His expertise is unparalleled. In my career, I've had two em...ployment situations that required legal assistance with regards to compensation and severance agreements. I hired Bob to help me with these cases and both were resolved swiftly & skillfully with positive results. Employment related legal issues are often challenging and emotional situations to navigate. Bob will be there to realistically guide you through the process with a level-head, patience, understanding and compassion all the way from consultation to conclusion. Bob knows what he's doing so listen, put your trust in him and in the process he follows. His communication and professionalism are second-to-none. Hire Bob Debes as your Employment & Labor Lawyer and your chances of arriving at a positive outcome will be very good.

Posted by Lisette | August 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Robert Debes

I hired Mr. Debes to handle my unpaid wages case for me and Mr. Debes was very true to what he said he was going to do for me and got what I asked for. He is trustworthy and was there every step of the way with me. I would highly recommend him .

Posted by Ronald | July 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

Highly Recommended

If you are in search of an Employment Law Attorney, don't look any further!!! Mr. Debes has every intention on wage recovery. He handled a wage case for me and my co-workers for wages and unlawful deductions and won that suit by 112%!!!! I recommend him to anyone that has any employment lawsuit. We ...really do appreciate his hard work and dedication. Two thumbs up!!!!!

Posted by anonymous | July 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor

I would refer Mr.Debes to my family and friends for sure.

I hired Mr.Debes to resolve an issue with a prior employer. Mr.Debes is an excellent communicator and very responsive to all my e-mails and phone calls. He spent time to make sure he understand my case and provided me with honest feedback. He gave me clear timeline on the case and upfront fee schedu...le so I know what to expect. I would refer Mr.Debes to my family and friends for there legal needs for sure. Thank you - Bob.

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Robert R. Debes Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Melinda Arbuckle

Employment and labor lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Siddhartha Rao

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bobby has a wealth of experience in wage and hour, personal injury, and employment law matters. He cares deeply for each of his clients and gets excellent results. I recommend Bobby highly!"

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M. Slobin

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Bob for a number of years. Bob is an excellent lawyer and a superb advocate for his clients. Bob is hardworking, diligent, and passionate about his work and his clients,"

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Ricardo Prieto

Employment and labor lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gregg Greenberg

Unknown lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michelle Strowhiro

Employment and labor lawyer

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M. Slobin

Employment and labor lawyer

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Ricardo Prieto

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Board Certified in Labor and Employment Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Texas Super Lawyers Magazine

Work Experience

2022 - Present

Partner, Shellist Lazarz Slobin, LLP

2005 - Present

Managing Partner, Debes Law Firm

2013 - 2019

Partner, Shellist Lazarz Slobin, LLP

1999 - 2004

Partner, Tyler, Das & Debes

1997 - 1999

Associate, Williams Bailey Law Firm

1994 - 1997

Partner, Sartwelle & Radelat

1989 - 1994

Associate, McFall & Sartwelle

Associations

2004 - Present

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

1990 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

1990 - Present

Houston Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Trial Victory in San Antonio

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Education

1989

South Texas College of Law

1986

Baylor University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

State Bar of Texas, Labor and Employment Law Section

FLSA Compliance: Is it a Tip or a Service Charge?

2014

Restaurant Industry Summit

Labor Law Update

2013

Restaurant Industry Summit

Labor Law Update

2013

Houston Chapter Luncheon

Woody Woo - Three Years Later and Other Tip Pool Issues

2012

HBA Labor & Employment Section Conference

Understanding and Litigating the FLSA's Tip Credit and Tip Pooling Rules

2011

NELA - Securing Wages, Protecting Hours: Representing Workers in Individual & Collective Actions Under the FLSA

Tip-Misappropriation, Minimum Wage, and other Common Service Industry Wage Issues

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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