Attorney at Law

​Robert Abtahi is a seasoned Dallas attorney and the founding partner of Texas Defenders, a firm renowned for its aggressive and efficient legal representation. With a career spanning over 17 years, Robert brings a wealth of experience from both the public and private sectors, offering clients a comprehensive and strategic approach to their legal challenges.​ 

Robert began his legal journey as a tax attorney at one of the world's largest professional services firms. He then served as a Dallas Assistant City Attorney and Community Prosecutor for South Oak Cliff, focusing on crime reduction initiatives in Southern Dallas. In 2011, he transitioned to private practice, establishing Texas Defenders to provide clients with smart, experienced, and cost-effective legal representation. ​

Bar Admissions

• Texas State Bar, 2007

Education

• J.D. - Southern Methodist University, 2007

• B.S. - University of Texas at Austin

Professional Associations

Court Admissions

• U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas

• U.S. District Court Eastern District of Texas

Clerkships

• County Court at Law 3, Dallas, Texas

Affiliations

• State Bar of Texas

• The College of the State Bar of Texas

• Dallas Bar Association

• Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program and Legal Aid of Northwest Texas

• Dallas Association of Young Lawyers

• Alpha Kappa Psi Iota Exes

• Mayor's Southern Dallas Task Force

Awards

• Special Recognition – Mayor Mike Rawlings 2019

• The White House - Drum Major for Service Award 2012

• Dallas City Plan Commission – Recognition of Service 2012

• Texas National Guard Joint Counterdrug Taskforce – Challenge Coin Recipient

Honors

• Law Review, Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law, Articles Editor