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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.
He was born in Mexico City, Mexico.
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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Practice Areas
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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Criminal Defense
Posted by anonymous | August 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent Job!
Roberto me ayudo con mi caso penal en Comal County. Tenia mas de 24 meses intentando resolver el caso con otro abogado. Joyner and Joyner pudieron desestimar (Dismiss) mi caso en un mes! Yo les recomiendo a Roberto y a los abogados de Joyner and Joyner.
Posted by Gabriela | August 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Efficient
Robert got my my DUI case dismissed. And prevented my license from being suspended. He took care of all the work, and it was a huge weight off of my shoulders.
Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
COULDN'T BE HAPPIER
Roberto helped with my speeding in a work zone with no workers present . the odds were stacked against me... as I missed my first court hearing. All I had to do was show up to a trial, and Roberto waved a wand and poof I was off the hook.
Posted by Chris | March 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Got Deferred Disposition
Everything went smoothly. I called the law office. Hired them, paid them, and received a receipt/confirmation that i was awarded Deferred Disposition. I am very busy and travel constantly. Joyner & Joyner did exactly what they said they'd do.
Posted by anonymous | October 23, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Resolved Ticket Quickly
I had a little too much fun at the riverwalk and got arrested for public intoxication.... Mr. Yamanaka got the ticket resolved quickly and a deal with the judge so it can be removed from my record.
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 - Eli Broad College of Business
MBA - Master of Business Administration
2010
Southwestern University
BA - Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
2010
Michigan State University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
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