Atty. Robert C. Hight
"Throughout my legal career my goal has been to use the law to solve problems for my clients. Working in family law uniquely positions me to be able to help normal people at one of the most trying times in their life.
Alimony & More Attorney · Serving Southlake, TX · 15+ Years Experience
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About Robert C. Hight at a Glance
Robert C. Hight is a Senior Associate Attorney based in Southlake, Texas, practicing at Beal Law Firm, PLLC. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on family law, child support, alimony, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (2011) and Texas (2011). Educated at University of Texas School of Law (J.D. With, 2010) and Baylor University B.A. History and Classics (—). Serves clients in Southlake, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert C. Hight
- "Throughout my legal career my goal has been to use the law to solve problems for my clients
- Working in family law uniquely positions me to be able to help normal people at one of the most trying times in their life
- Whether a client’s goal is to get their just share of a marital estate, preserve their relationship with their child, or to simply navigate the storm of divorce in a way that lets them start the next chapter of their life on a sound footing, I firmly believe that the Beal Law Firm gives me the tools and the time to do my best for my clients.” Robert joined the Beal Law Firm in November of 2021
- Prior to this, Robert worked in family law for over seven years, most recently as a Special Litigator for the Office of the Attorney General Child Support Division
- Working both as a private attorney and for the state he has first chaired contested temporary orders hearings, mediations, and final trials
- Robert grew up in the Park Cities and he obtained his bachelor’s degree in Classics and History from Baylor University
- During his time at Baylor he cofounded a chapter of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity which would grow to over a hundred members by his graduation
- After a gap year teaching SAT prep, Robert attended law school at the University of Texas School of Law where he graduated with honors
- As well as being active in Moot Court, Robert worked as a clerk and summer associate in several fields of law, ultimately deciding that he could best help people by zeroing in on a career in family law
- Since graduating Robert has worked as an attorney in both private and government practice, spending the last seven years mainly working on family law matters
- He was named an Assistant Attorney General of the Year for 2021
- Outside of the office, Robert is devoted to chess, his family, and sports
- When not spending time with his wife Jessica or daughter Sophie, Robert can be found playing chess (badly), playing soccer (badly), and attending church (he is fine at this)
Practice Areas Explained
Robert C. Hight's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert C. Hight handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Southlake.
Family Law in Southlake
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Child Support in Southlake
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Alimony / Spousal Support in Southlake
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Mediation & Arbitration in Southlake
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Southlake
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 Southlake 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.
Southlake Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Southlake-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Southlake Choose Robert C. Hight
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 C. Hight's practice in the field of family law, child support, alimony, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert C. Hight brings 15+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and Texas, Robert C. Hight can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, child support, and alimony, Robert C. Hight can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Southlake
A Southlake-based practice means Robert C. Hight 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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Common Legal Issues Robert C. Hight Handles in Southlake
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