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5.0 /5.0
55 Client Reviews
$ 485-500 per hour
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Robert Tsung-Hsien Tsai
also known as Robert Tsai
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About Robert
Biography
I am a native Texan, born and raised in Dallas. I left Texas to study economics at Purdue University and graduated in 2010 with honors. At Purdue, I participated in AIESEC and regularly played in all intramural sports. Also, I attended Bejing Jiaotong University for a semester on an expenses-paid scholarship to study Chinese. Studying abroad was not only educational but also incredibly fun and showed me how important it is to me to travel.
After college, I attended Baylor Law School in Waco, Texas and graduated in February 2014. In law school, I competed in the National Health Care Law Moot Court competition and successfully made a break out of 30 teams across the country. I also competed on the Transactional Law Meet team. Both of these competitions sharpened my advocacy skills I continue to use in my practice. During my first summer of law school, I interned with the Honorable Judge McFarland in the 133rd District Court in Houston, and the internship taught me insights relating to the courtroom I rely on still.
Before starting my firm, I worked at a mid-size family law litigation firm and a defense litigation firm both in Houston.
In my free time, I enjoy traveling abroad to hike and camp, including the Inca Trail in Peru and Patagonia in Argentina. I also had the chance to work on an alpaca farm in New Zealand for six weeks after I took the Texas bar exam, which was a unique way to experience a new culture. I have also been to South Africa, Germany, many Asian countries, and continually look forward to adding more stamps to my passport. Locally, I also appreciate what Houston offers, such as its famous restaurant scene.
2023 Avvo Client's Choice Attorney, 2024 AV Preeminent and SuperLawyer.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Child Custody
34%
Divorce and Separation
33%
Family
33%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 12 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
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Posted by Sam | April 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family
Not the hero Gotham deserves, but the one it needs!
I can’t say enough about what a phenomenal advocate Mr Robert Tsai is. He was not only efficient and effective in communication and execution, but also vastly experienced and knowledgeable in the law – allowing him to employ strategies as well as defend against tactics that make Family Law frustratin...
Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Exceptional Service
I cannot speak highly enough of Robert. Throughout my divorce he clearly explained the law as it pertained to my case. He included me in all correspondence with opposing counsel and responded to emails and text messages quickly (even while on vacation). In fact, Robert handled every facet of the divo...
Posted by S | July 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Systematic and detail oriented
Robert has been great in managing my case. He is very responsive and always followup on deliverables. He is detail oriented and watches out for his clients. He provided legal advice and guided me in the right direction regarding my case as well as ensured I wasn't spending unnecessarily on items that...
Posted by James | March 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Marriage & Prenuptials
Very Satisfied with this Family Law Attorney
I am a lawyer. I hired Robert Tsai to do some transactional work for me for my upcoming wedding and marriage. He had come highly recommended. I was very impressed with his professionalism and attention to detail. He brought to my attention things I had not even considered nor would have ever understo...
Posted by Kortney | November 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Highly recommended
Our case was alittle unusual as my ex got custody of our daughter and decided he couldn’t handle it after his break up so gave her back to me after only a month or so. Robert modified our paperwork quickly and effectively. After our consultation he made the process super easy and explained everything...
Robert Tsung-Hsien Tsai's Lawyer Endorsements
"Outstanding lawyer who is well versed in family law and a zealous, dedicated advocate for his clients. Rob is the first person I think of when people ask me for a referral for a family lawyer in Houston. He is meticulous in his trial preparation and his skills are unmatched. You can’t go wrong with Rob in your corner."
"Robert is knowledgeable, thorough, and professional. He understands the law and knows how to advise his clients to achieve results. He works diligently and is always prepared for his clients."
"Robert is a smart and thoughtful attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
Rekha Roarty
Construction and development lawyer
Jonathan Hassell
Family lawyer
Kathleen LeFevre
Family lawyer
Brian Walters
Family lawyer
James Piper
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2022 - Present
Managing Attorney, Law Office of Robert Tsai, PLLC
2016 - 2022
Senior Associate, Walters Gilbreath, PLLC
Associations
2023 - Present
Houston Young Lawyers FoundationTrustee
2023 - Present
American Academy of Matrimonial LawyersFellow
2021 - Present
Asian American Bar AssociationSolo and Small Firm Committee Co-Chair
2016 - Present
Houston Young Lawyers AssociationCommittee-Chair
2014 - Present
State Bar of TexasAdmitted to Practice
2014 - Present
Houston Young Lawyers AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Houston Young LawyersFellow
2014 - 2017
American Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionMember
Education
2014
Baylor University
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Speaking Engagements
2023
Texas State Bar Pro Bono Committee
SAPCR case law update
2023
Asian American Bar Association solo and small firm
Solo and Small Firm Panel
2022
Texas Modern Mediation Conference Webinar
Division of Marital Debt
2021
Texas Modern Mediation Conference Webinar
Mediated Settlement Agreement Drafting, Prove-Up, and Entry issues
2020
Houston Bar Association
A conversation on Inherent Biases in Family Law
Languages
English