Atty. Robert Lyman Shaffer
Mr. Robert Lyman Shaffer is a lawyer practicing general practice, criminal, family and 4 other areas of law.
Criminal & More Attorney · Serving San Antonio, TX · 39+ Years Experience
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About Robert Lyman Shaffer at a Glance
Robert Lyman Shaffer is a criminal defense, family law, business, juvenile, and consumer attorney based in San Antonio, Texas. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in Georgia Texas Western District Court (1987), Georgia - Supreme Court of Georgia - State - Supreme Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court (1987), and Texas Georgia Middle District Court (1992). Educated at University of Detroit (J.D., 1985) and Texas Tech University (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Provides legal services in Spanish. Serves clients in San Antonio, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert Lyman Shaffer
- Mr. Robert Lyman Shaffer is a lawyer practicing general practice, criminal, family and 4 other areas of law
- Robert received a degree from Texas Tech University in 1971, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Robert practices in San Antonio, TX
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Robert Lyman Shaffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Lyman Shaffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Antonio.
Criminal Defense in San Antonio
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in San Antonio
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Business & Corporate Law in San Antonio
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Juvenile Law in San Antonio
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Consumer Protection in San Antonio
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Antonio
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 San Antonio 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.
San Antonio Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Antonio-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 San Antonio Choose Robert Lyman Shaffer
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 Lyman Shaffer's practice in the field of criminal defense, family law, business, juvenile, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Robert Lyman Shaffer brings 39+ 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 Georgia Texas Western District Court, Georgia - Supreme Court of Georgia - State - Supreme Court Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court, and Texas Georgia Middle District Court, Robert Lyman Shaffer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, family law, and business, Robert Lyman Shaffer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Antonio
A San Antonio-based practice means Robert Lyman Shaffer 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 Lyman Shaffer Handles in San Antonio
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