Bad Faith Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 48+ Years Experience
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About Robert H. Bateman at a Glance
Robert H. Bateman is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Bateman & Pugh, P.L.L.C.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on wrongful death, personal injury, business, ip, and construction. Admitted to practice in Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, U.S. Supreme Court (1978) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Western and Eastern Districts of Texas (1978). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1977) and University of Houston (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Texas Association of Defense Counsel Houston Bar Foundation College of the State Bar of Texas. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert H. Bateman
- Mr. Robert H. Bateman is a lawyer practicing bad faith litigation, business disputes, casualty insurance and 17 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from University of Houston in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Robert practices at Bateman & Pugh, P.L.L.C. in Houston, TX
Practice Areas Explained
Robert H. Bateman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert H. Bateman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Wrongful Death in Houston
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Personal Injury in Houston
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Business & Corporate Law in Houston
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Robert H. Bateman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Texas →
Intellectual Property in Houston
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Robert H. Bateman is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Texas →
Construction Law in Houston
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Jurisdictional Context
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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Houston Choose Robert H. Bateman
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 H. Bateman's practice in the field of wrongful death, personal injury, business, ip, and construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert H. Bateman brings 48+ 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 Texas U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit, U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Western and Eastern Districts of Texas, Robert H. Bateman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful death, personal injury, and business, Robert H. Bateman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Robert H. Bateman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert H. Bateman Handles in Houston
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