Martin J. Rubin, experienced Criminal Defense attorney in Dallas, TX with 101 reviews
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Martin J. Rubin

4514 Cole Ave, Dallas, TX

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1977:
Souhtern Methodist University School of Law, JD - Juris Doctor
1974:
Cornell University School of Industrial and Labor Relations, BS - Bachelor of Science

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4.8 101 reviews
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Annie nguyen

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22 Dec, 2024
Best attorney I’ve ever had. Thank you for everything.
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Denzal hancock

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17 Dec, 2024
Mr Rubin assisted me with a traffic ticket and also provided some information on a personal matter. What I see is someone who loves what they do but more importantly knows what they are doing. Thank you Mr. Rubin. It was a pleasure.
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Geraldnisha waters

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09 Dec, 2024
I highly recommend Martin and his Law firm, within two weeks of me contacting them my cases was dismissed. That’s beyond exceeding my expectations. When I say he is the best at what he do, please believe me!
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Pros
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Excellent lawyer who goes above and beyond for clients
“Martin Rubin is a knowledgeable attorney who goes above and beyond for his clients. Both Martin and his staff are amazing!”
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Highly effective in getting positive case outcomes
“I had a great experience with Mr. Rubin and his entire staff at his firm! My traffic ticket situation was very complex when I first approached Mr. Rubin for his services. Let me explain; I had an ineligible license and roughly 14 outstanding tickets that were all in warrant status. ”
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Provides clear communication and keeps clients informed
“Every step he took, every conversation he had with out us being present he would keep us up to date. I highly recommend him”
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Affordable and fair pricing
“His fee was fair and worth every penny.”
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Excellent customer service and responsiveness
“Martin Rubin is a knowledgeable, skillful, and experienced attorney whom I've hired to represent me on several legal matters and could not be more pleased, not only with the outcome but also with the amiable, straightforward attorney/client relationship.”
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One reviewer reported poor phone responsiveness and unhelpfulness from the receptionist
“Im so unhappy with the Lady who answers the phones. I was refereed to this office for traffic tickets . When I called to see how much it would be to take care of my tickets. she sounded like she did not want to assist me.”
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One reviewer felt the lawyer was "useless" and they would have been better off handling the ticket themselves
“This attorney is useless. You would be much better off to deal with the ticket yourself. I do not recommend him at all.”

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