Atty. Robert B. Dubose
Robert Dubose graduated from Rice University magna cum laude in 1990 and Harvard Law School cum laude in 1993. He is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Civil Appellate Law.
Appellate Practice Attorney · Serving Houston, TX
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About Robert B. Dubose at a Glance
Robert B. Dubose is a appellate attorney based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1993) and Rice University (BA, 1990). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Texas Rising Stars by Thomson Reuters, 2005-2008 (2026). Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert B. Dubose
- Robert Dubose graduated from Rice University magna cum laude in 1990 and Harvard Law School cum laude in 1993
- He is Board Certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization in Civil Appellate Law
- He is a past-chair of the Appellate Section of the Houston Bar Association
- Robert handles appeals, with particular emphasis on insurance coverage, corporate governance, and commercial and contract disputes
- He also works with clients and other lawyers on legal strategy before and during trial, frequently arguing the jury charge and preserving arguments for appeal
- Robert is the editor and a chapter author of the Texas Practitioner's Gudie to Civil Appeals (Texas Lawyer Books 2014)
- Robert also authored the book, Legal Writing for the Rewired Brain: Persuading Readers in a Paperless World (Texas Lawyer Books 2010)
- He is a co-author of the Texas chapter of the American Bar Association’s Appellate Practice Compendium (2012)
- From 1998 to 2010 Robert taught courses at the University of Houston Law Center, including Appellate Advocacy and Insurance Appeals
- He is a frequent speaker on legal writing and appellate law
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Appellate Practice in Houston
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Houston Choose Robert B. Dubose
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert B. Dubose's practice in the field of appellate.
Focused Appellate Practice
Concentrating on appellate means Robert B. Dubose's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Robert B. Dubose attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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