Roberto Balli

Roberto Balli

also known as Roberto Balli Criminal Defense Lawyer

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Laredo, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime

1719 Santa Maria, Laredo, TX

About Roberto

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Roberto Balli is an experienced criminal defense trial lawyer. Roberto Balli practices law in the Federal and State Courts. Roberto Balli has experience trying cases involving Murder, Manslaughter, Negligent Homicide, Intoxicated Homicide, Aggravated Assault, Intoxicated Assault, Drug Smuggling, Conspiracy, Alien Smuggling/Transporting, Guns/Weapons/Firearms, Money/Cash/Currency Laundering, Domestic Violence, White Collar Crime, Border Patrol Checkpoints in Sarita, Hebbroville, Freer, Laredo, Tx

30 years

50%
Federal Crime 50%

Roberto Balli is an experienced criminal defense trial lawyer. Roberto Balli is a Board Certified in Criminal Law and practices law in the Federal and State Courts. Roberto Balli has experience trying cases in Federal Courts. Drug Smuggling (Methamphetamine, Cocaine, Marijuana, Heroin) Conspiracy, Alien Smuggling/Transporting, Guns/Weapons/Firearms, Money/Cash/Currency Laundering, Domestic Violence, White Collar Crime, Border Patrol Checkpoint Cases in Laredo, Hebbronville, and Sarita, Texas.

30 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 29 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1996

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Roberto Balli

1719 Santa Maria, Laredo, TX, 78040-6317

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Roberto Balli's Reviews

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Posted by AJ | June 16, 2015

Felony

I had some pretty rough charges, about 2 felonies and about 8 misdemeanors... Mr Balli really helped me out and I got a great plea deal where I can actually have a good job and a future.. Great lawyer definitely a 10 out of 10.

Posted by Jaime | July 05, 2010

Very Great Lawyer

I was in quite a bit of trouble recently here in Laredo,Texas because of a DWI. Attorney Balli got me out of my problem pretty quickly by getting it dismissed and really helped me to understand what was going on with my case. He was also very good at communicating with me when I had a questions abo...ut my case. I would seriously recommend Attorney Balli to anyone who has a problem. He is a real nice guy and him and his staff are very pleasant and on top of your problem constantly.

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Roberto Balli's Lawyer Endorsements

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Javier Guzman

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. Balli has been a great mentor to me. He gave me the opportunity to work for him during a summer while I was still in law school. Since I started my practice, Mr. Balli has helped me every step of the way. During the time I spent working in his office, and even now that I'm a licensed attorney, I have been able to see first hand how much Mr. Balli cares about his clients. I've also seen him in a criminal trial against the State of Texas. Mr. Balli did an amazing job. He secured a not guilty for his client. I highly endorse Mr. Balli."

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Joey Tellez

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Roberto Balli is an outstanding attorney. He is one of the best in Laredo and I definitely recommend hiring him if you are in need of legal assistance."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Roberto. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Roderick Lopez

Criminal defense lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the opportunity to work with and against Robert on several matters. I have found him to take pride in his work. He is always prepared and strives to outwork his opponent. He is a zealous advocate."

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Javier Guzman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Oscar Vela

Criminal defense lawyer

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Roderick Lopez

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Best Lawyer, Laredo Morning Times - Reader's Choice

2019

Best Lawyer Laredo - Balli Law Firm, Laredo Morning Times - Reader's Choice

2018

Best Lawyer Laredo - Balli Law Firm, Laredo Morning Times - Reader's Choice

2018

Best Mentor Award, Laredo Young Lawyers Association

2018

Freedom Award (Best Lawyer), Laredo Criminal Defense Committee

2017

Best Lawyer Laredo - Balli Law Firm, Laredo Morning Times - Reader's Choice

2016

Best Lawyer Laredo, Laredo Morning Times - Reader's Choice

2016

Tejano Achiever - Best Lawyer Laredo, Texas, LULAC

2015

Best Lawyer Laredo, Laredo Morning Times - Reader's Choice

2014

Best Lawyer Laredo, Laredo Morning Times - Reader's Choice

2014

Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law, National Board of Trial Advocacy

2013

Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2013

Best Lawyer Laredo, Laredo Morning Times - Reader's Choice

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Criminal Defense Lawyer, Balli Law Office

1997 - 2005

First Assistant District Attorney, Webb County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Board Member

2014 - Present

National Board of Trial Advocacy

Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law

2014 - Present

Laredo Criminal Defense Committee

Member

2013 - Present

Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Board Certified - Criminal Law

2014 - 2020

City of Laredo

City Council Member

2010 - 2018

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2002 - 2006

Webb County Democratic Party

Party Chair

2000 - 2001

Laredo-Webb County Bar Association

President

1999 - 2000

Laredo Webb County Bar Association

President-Elect

1999 - 2000

Texas A&M International University Alumni Associaton

President

1998 - 2000

Laredo Young Lawyers Association

Treasurer

1998 - 1999

Texas A&M International University Alumni Association

President-Elect

Education

1998

Texas A&M International University (Laredo)

MBA - Master of Business Administration

1995

University of Houston

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Texas A&M International University (Laredo)

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

Speaking Engagements

2020

Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Suppressing Evidence

2019

Trial College

Voir Dire Demonstrations

2019

Advances Criminal Law

Federal Law Update

2018

TCDLA Trial College

Faculty

2016

Beating the Drum For Justice

Picking a Jury

2014

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Defending Religion in Criminal Trials

2014

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Ethics and La Santisma Muerte

2014

St. Mary's Law School Immigration Symposium Sentencing of Immigrants

2013

St. Mary's Law School Symposium

Sentencing Advocacy for Immigrants in Federal Court

2012

Criminal Law CLE

Federal Sentencing Departures

2011

Criminal Law CLE

The Confrontation Clause

Publications

2014

St. Mary's Law Review on Race and Social Justice Sentencing Advocacy for Immigrants

Languages

Spanish

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