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

1

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

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4.9 /5.0

90 Client Reviews

Showing 21 - 25 of 32 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Harold | June 09, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great job

Bob Debes had the case settled in less than two month. He did a great job handling the case and keeping us informed about the case.

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very Competent

Mr Debes kept me informed throughout my entire process. He explained the whole process of our claim and was very knowledgeable about law practices. He remembered our facts of our claim to the fine detail. I was very impressed. And his notes were very well organized. And our claim was quickly resolved... just as he promised. Thank you for your hard work and determination on our claim.

Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2014 | Employment & Labor

Superb Lawyer!

I initially emailed Mr Debes, just a few months ago, to ask his opinion on a very complicated and sensitive issue that was going on at my place of employment. He resoonded very quickly with the professional legal advice I was seeking, and at the same time he was very sensitive in regaurds to my si...tuation. Mr Debes did represent me, and I am so very glad he did. From start to finish my case was resolved in just a few short months. During that time he walked me through every step of the process. He answered every question I had , no matter how trivial, very promptly. He kept me informed through every step of the process! Mr Debes is very professional and has so much experience in law...yet he is very real and very personable. He made me feel as if I was his only client- and really showed me he cared about me and my family and the issues we were facing. I can't say enough good things about Mr Debes! Last but not least....Not only was my case settled in just a few months, but with results that far exceeded my expectations! He kicked A**! In many ways Mr Debes gave me my life back! I can't thank him enough!!!! I am Happy Happy Happy!!!!

Posted by Raynette | November 15, 2013 | Employment & Labor

EXCELLENT ATTORNEY

I contacted Mr. Debes in August 2013 in regards to a wage dispute with my previous employer. I had never been involved in any legal issues previously and had a lot of questions. He answered my questions in terms I fully understood and assured me I had a good case. Throughout the entire process, he k...ept me fully informed of my options and he was always available. His response time to e-mails was a matter of minutes. He negotiated a settlement with my previous employer and the entire process was less than three months. He was always kind and courteous. I would highly recommend Mr. Debes to anyone in need of a labor law attorney.

Posted by anonymous | November 11, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Anonymous Case Winner

In my experience, Bobby Debes, is nothing less than professional. He is a man of solid character and true to his word. I had a case that most lawyers weren't equipped to win or even fight due to the C-level executives that were involved. Bobby graciously took it on and prepared me for all possible ou...tcomes. He kept my expectations realistic while respecting my desired results. Bobby recognized that for me, this case was personal. He took all of my concerns seriously and resolved them with ration and wisdom. If you want a reasonably-priced, level-headed attorney who is attentive but not annoying, available, honest, authoritative, efficient and A WINNER- hire Bobby Debes. He was always on time, quick to respond, kept me informed every step of the way, and simply put, he's professional. I'd recommend him a thousand times over. Sincerely, Anonymous Case Winner

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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

We won

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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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