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Robert M. Burns is a criminal defense, family law, immigration, and appellate attorney based in Dallas, Texas. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Educated at Houston College J.D. Texas Southern University (J.D., 1979) and North Texas State University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Dallas, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Robert M. Burns is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil defense, family and 4 other areas of law
- Robert received a B.A. degree from North Texas State University, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Robert practices in Dallas, TX
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert M. Burns handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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 attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Robert M. Burns is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Texas →
Immigration attorneys help with green cards, visas, citizenship, asylum, and deportation defense. Find a verified immigration lawyer for your case.
Robert M. Burns is one of 40,633 immigration attorneys indexed nationally. Browse immigration attorneys in Texas →
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Robert M. Burns is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Texas
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 Dallas 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 andnue, 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.
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