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Roberto Yamanaka
About Roberto
Biography
Roberto Yamanaka is the Founding Attorney at his Austin office. His practice focuses on Business Law and Criminal Defense.
Business Law:
- Formation and Dissolution of business entities.
- Contract Disputes
- Purchasing Agreements
- NDAs
- Master Services Agreement
- Statement of Work
- SaaS Agreements
- Promissory Notes
- Demand Letters
- Mediation
Criminal Defense Law:
- Traffic Tickets
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- License Suspension
- Occupational License
- DWI/DUI Defense
- Reckless Driving Defense
- Assault
- Drug Possession
- Juvenile Defense
- Felony Defense
- Probation Violations
- Animal Bite Defense
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Corporate and Incorporation
40%
16 years
Criminal Defense
35%
16 years
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
25%
16 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Texas for 15 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Yamanaka Law PLLC.
15511 W Highway 71, Ste 110 - 148, Austin, TX, 78738
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Roberto Yamanaka's Reviews
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Posted by Jack | November 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great Folks
I had traffic tickets from years ago, and tickets into warrants. These guys make me wish I would of called sooner.. Great communication and execution thus far. So if you're someone like me that is haunted by old tickets, give them a call before paying the courts.
Posted by Jason | October 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Life changing
Very personable, quick response and very effective. Contracted Robert to represent me in a moving violation. Robert handled all aspects of the infraction and put me at ease that things would be favorable for me. I am very grateful for the support and appreciate the hard work.
Posted by William | October 30, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Traffic Ticket King
Mr. Yamanaka is a very knowledgeable and professional lawyer. I am so fortunate to have been introduced to him and hired him to take care of my traffic ticket summons. He explained to me what the process was, and how he was going to resolve my citation. My case was resolved to my complete satisf...
Posted by Tom | October 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Usual good service
Unfortunately, my wife gets speeding tickets on a regular basis. I know a quick call to J&J gets them taken care of for the same money and almost zero hassle.
Posted by Miguel | September 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Ticket Fix
I will give a fair Rate, because I was not well informed of details. At the time when I call to get your services I was told that my ticket was going to be drop if I do not get another ticket in the San Antonio Area and come to find out after pay that ticket will be drop in 90 days if I do not get a ...
Roberto Yamanaka
Replied last April 16, 2026Thank you for your feedback. We strive to communicate effectively with all our clients. We provide all our clients with documentation upon hiring us that explains the process associated with their case and documentation at the end that explains the outcome of their cases. We will adjust our process to ensure that all future clients have a very clear understanding of this specific term of their deferral. We hope that you trust us with any future legal needs.
Roberto Yamanaka's Lawyer Endorsements
"I would not hesitate to recommend Roberto to anyone. I have referred his office many clients in the past and I will continue to do so. Roberto has a great reputation for being prepared, working hard for his clients and taking great pride in the positive results he achieves for them."
"Very few attorneys work as diligently for their clients as Roberto. He is knowledgeable, hard working, and thorough. I have referred many clients to Mr. Yamanaka who have not only received excellent customer service but also a quick and satisfactory resolution of their case."
Timothy Duckworth
Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | May 26
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have nothing but praise for Roberto. He takes great pride in his work and I would recommend him with complete confidence."
"Few lawyers can match Roberto's trial preparation. He is a zealous advocator for his clients in the courtroom."
"Robert is extremely organized and very thorough. He has a great working relationship with all courts, easy to get ahold of, transparent and trustworthy. If I or anyone in my family receives a citation he is the one I call."
Arlow Linton
Litigation lawyer
Jessica Joyner
DUI and DWI lawyer
H. Sanchez
Divorce and separation lawyer
Timothy Duckworth
Tax lawyer
Jonathan Joyner
Criminal defense lawyer
Jason Joyner
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2016
Top 100 San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers, Scene in SA Magazine
2008
Diversity Services Office Award for Commitment to Diversity, Michigan State University College of Law
2008
Jurisprudence Achievement Award in Pre-Trial II, Michigan State University College of Law
2007
Jurisprudence Achievement Award in Pre-Trial I, Michigan State University College of Law
Work Experience
2015 - 2022
Founding Attorney, Joyner and Joyner, P.C.
2010 - 2015
Sr. Contract Manager, AT&T Corp.
Associations
2014 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2016 - 2022
First Tee of San AntonioFront Nine Board Member
2010 - 2022
San Antonio Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2009
MSU Law Journal of Trial Practice and AdvocacyBusiness Editor
2006 - 2008
MSU Law Hispanic Law SocietyPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
State of Texas v J.L.
Dismissed
State of Texas v J.G.
Dismissed at Trial
State of Texas v J.F.
Dismissed
State of Texas v M.K.
Dismissed
State of Texas v W.W.
Dismissed
State of Texas v I.M.
Dismissed at Trial
State of Texas v D.H.
Dismissed
Car accident
Settlement $20,000
State of Texas v R.B.
Dismissed
State of Texas v D.Z.
Dismissed
Car accident.
$20,000 settlement
State of Texas v J.F.
Dismissed
State of Texas v V.S.
Dismissed
State of Texas v A.B.
Dismissed
State of Texas v C.M.
Dismissed
Stateof Texas v J.R.
Dismissed
State of Texas v O.C.
Dismissed
State of Texas v M.J.
Dismissed
State of Texas v P.W.
Dismissed
State of Texas v D.L.
Dismissed
State of Texas v J.S.
Dismissed
State of Texas v B.S.
Dismissed
Education
2010
Michigan State University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
2010
Michigan State University - Eli Broad College of Business
MBA - Master of Business Administration
2010
Southwestern University
BA - Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
2004
Southwestern University
BA - Bachelor of Arts - Business
Speaking Engagements
2014
St. Edwards University - Project Management Course
Introduction to Negotiations
2012
St. Edwards University - Project Management Course
Introduction to Negotiations
2011
St. Edwards University - Project Management Course
Introduction to Negotiations
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers