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Robert L. Buford III
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Biography
I am a Board Certified trial advocacy specialist with extensive jury trial experience. The focus of my practice is DWI Defense and Personal Injury.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
40%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Texas for 29 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1996
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Location
Buford & Gonzalez, LLP
904 West Avenue, Suite 100, Austin, TX, 78701
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Posted by Jordan | December 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
DO NOT USE HIM
This is NOT a 4.9 star company. Robert Buford does not know the law, was late to every court date and can’t give you any traction with the Prosecutor or judge because they don’t respect him. Dunham & Jones also didn’t give me a new lawyer when requested even though they were paid in full before even ...
Posted by Bob | January 27, 2015 | DUI & DWI
Exceptional Lawyer
I had a pretty challenging case to say the least. I was 99% sure I was going to have a DWI or maybe have my charge reduced down to a DUI at the minium. When I had my consulation with Mr. Buford not only was clear and concise with his questions about my case but had a friendly approach that made me fe...
Robert L. Buford III's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known Rob for 5 years and highly recommend him for any criminal defense needs. I have handled cases in which Rob was involved in and his legal representation was top notch. I have been very, very impressed with the results he has gotten his clients, including some very tough cases he did very well on. Plus, he's a great guy. Highly recommend."
"I strongly endorse this lawyer. He is one of the best DWI lawyers in the Austin area. He knows the law, he knows the science, and he works hard for his clients."
"Rob Buford Is an exceptional and kind person and a very fine attorney. I have known Rob for more than 20 years. We have handled many cases together, both criminal and civil. I have also referred friends and family members to him and in each case he has delivered exceptional results. I am glad to know him and I endorse this lawyer without reservation."
David Frank
Criminal defense lawyer
Paul Quinzi
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Phillip Baker
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James Balagia
DUI and DWI lawyer
Experience
Honors
2003
Criminal Law Specialist, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Work Experience
1996 - Present
Partner, Buford & Gonzalez, Attorneys at Law
Associations
Austin Bar Association
Member
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
National College of DUI Defense
College of the State Bar of Texas
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Head-on Collision with .20 blood test-NOT GUILTY.
NOT GUILTY
.174 Breath Test-HUNG JURY AND DWI DISMISSED.
DWI DISMISSED
.26 blood test on a “No Refusal Weekend”— DWI DISMISSED.
DWI DISMISSED
.20 blood test on a “No Refusal Weekend”— DWI DISMISSED.
DWI DISMISSED
Single-car collision with .16 breath test and vomit next to car- DWI DISMISSED.
DWI DISMISSED
DWI 2nd with .14 Breath Test-DWI DISMISSED.
DWI DISMISSED
DWI 2nd with .14 Breath Test-DWI DISMISSED.
DWI DISMISSED
Client failed field sobriety tests and was verbally abusive to officer-NOT GUILTY.
Client failed field sobriety tests and was verbally abusive to officer-NOT GUILTY.
DWI DISMISSED
Client drove into ditch and thought he was in Abilene-NOT GUILTY.
NOT GUILTY
Unconscious at railroad crossing with vehicle in gear and foot on brake-NOT GUILTY.
NOT GUILTY
Failed all field sobriety test after mixing alcohol, prescription pills and marijuana-NOT GUILTY.
NOT GUILTY
DWI 2nd, client almost drove off Mansfield Dam-DWI DISMISSED.
DWI DISMISSED
DWI 3rd, Unconscious at Green Light with .18 blood test—REDUCED TO MISDEMEANOR.
REDUCED TO MISDEMEANOR
DWI 3rd collision, high on cocaine with .16 blood test—REDUCED TO MISDEMEANOR.
REDUCED TO MISDEMEANOR
Education
1999
University of Texas-Health Science Center at Houston
M.P.H.
1995
University of Denver Sturm College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
Texas A&M University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
N/A
Risk Management Seminar
DWI Law Seminar
N/A
Risk Management Meeting
DWI and the College Student
N/A
Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Cross examination of the arresting officer in a DWI
Languages
English
Activity
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07 Oct 2015