
Robert W. Wachsmuth, ADR Attorney in San Antonio, Texas
Over 60 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Construction · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Managing PartneratRobert Wachsmuth & Associates
San Antonio, TX
Practicing adr in San Antonio since 1966.
- 60+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 7
- Bar admissions
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Robert W. Wachsmuth is a managing partner based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Construction. Robert has over 60 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robert Wachsmuth & Associates. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- San Antonio, TX
- Experience
- over 60 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Construction
- Handles ADR, Business, and Construction matters from San Antonio, TX.
- Over 60 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Robert W. Wachsmuth: Robert W. Wachsmuth is a managing partner based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Construction. Robert has over 60 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robert Wachsmuth & Associates. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Robert takes on
Robert concentrates on adr, business, construction, contracts, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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ADR cases in San Antonio, Texas
Robert takes adr matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Business cases in San Antonio, Texas
Robert takes business matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Construction cases in San Antonio, Texas
Robert takes construction matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases in San Antonio, Texas
Robert takes contracts matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
General cases in San Antonio, Texas
Robert takes general matters in San Antonio, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Robert W. Wachsmuth — adr lawyer in San Antonio
Robert W. Wachsmuth is a managing partner based in San Antonio, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Construction. Robert has over 60 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Robert Wachsmuth & Associates. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Wachsmuth's practice consists of business litigation, construction law, antitrust law, intellectual property law, sports and entertainment law as well as arbitration and mediation and all other forms of alternative dispute resolution. Mr. Wachsmuth is Board Certified, Civil Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization.
Mr. Wachsmuth received his B.A. in 1965 from The University of Texas; J.D. in 1966 from The University of Texas Law School; and graduated from The University of Texas at San Antonio Graduate Business School in 1976.
He was admitted to the State Bar of Texas in 1966, U.S. District Court, Western District of Texas, 1970, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Eleventh Circuits in 1975, U.S. Supreme Court in 1979, the U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas in 1987, and the U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Texas in 2004.
Mr. Wachsmuth was a member of Phi Delta Phi (Exchequer 1965-1966; Delegate to 1965 International Convention). He was a teaching Quizmaster, Legal Research Board, Texas and National Moot Court Competition, University of Texas Law School, 1965-1966 of . He is listed in Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who in America and Empire Who’s Who. He has been named a Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly magazine the past 2 years. He was an instructor in Real Estate Law at San Antonio College from 1972-1974 and in construction law and ADR, Texas A&M University, Construction Management and Executive programs from 1991-1999. He is a member of the American Arbitration Association (Panel of Arbitrators, 1979- ; Panel of Mediators, 1985- ); National Arbitration Forum; General Counsel, Associated General Contractors of San Antonio, 1993 - ; Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation; Member, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, 2003 - ; Member, College of the State Bar; Member, College of Commercial Arbitration, 2005-; Fellow, San Antonio Bar Foundation; (Capt., USMCR, JAGC, active duty, 1966 -1969, Military Judge, 1969).
Mr. Wachsmuth's involvement in professional associations is varied. He served as vice chairman of the American Bar Association's Antitrust Section, Communication Industry Committee (1999-2001). He has been a member of the Steering Committee, Div. 8 (International) of the Construction Law Forum (1999-2005). His participation in State Bar of Texas includes Governing Council member, International Law Section, 1978-1981, chairman, Construction Law Section, 1992, and Governing Council member, ADR Section, 2004-.
Mr. Wachsmuth was born in Crowell, Texas, on January 20, 1942.
He is a member of the State Bar of Texas; San Antonio Bar Association;
Federal Bar Association; American Bar Association (Antitrust, Litigation, Sports and Entertainment Sections; Construction Law Forum); Bar Association for the Fifth Federal Circuit; State Bar of Texas (Antitrust, Construction Law, ADR, Litigation Sections);
College of the State Bar of Texas; Texas Bar Foundation; Chartered Institute of Arbitrators; American Arbitration Association; College of Commercial Arbitrators; and Phi Delta Phi.
Robert's approach to adr cases
Mr. Wachsmuth's practice consists of business litigation, construction law, antitrust law, intellectual property law, sports and entertainment law as well as arbitration and mediation and all other forms of alternative dispute resolution. Mr. Wachsmuth is Board Certified, Civil Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization. Mr. Wachsmuth received his B.A. in 1965 from The University of Texas;…
The kind of cases Robert takes
Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and construction matters in San Antonio and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Texas at Austin
J.D. · 1966
University of Texas at Austin
B.A. University · 1965
Jurisdictions
Robert's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
2004 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1987 · ACTIVE
U.S. Supreme Court
1979 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1975 · ACTIVE
U.S. Court of Appeal
1975 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1970 · ACTIVE
Texas
1966 · ACTIVE
Robert studied at J.D. in University of Texas at Austin and B.A. University in University of Texas at Austin.
Law school and academic background
Robert completed J.D. in University of Texas at Austin and B.A. University in University of Texas at Austin. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Robert has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Robert's professional memberships and bar associations
Texas Bar Foundation
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San Antonio Bar Foundation
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College of Commercial Arbitrators
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College of the State Bar
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Locations
Robert W. Wachsmuth's office in San Antonio
Robert's primary office is at SWBC Tower, 9311 San Pedro Avenue, Suite 707, San Antonio, TX, 78216. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Robert Wachsmuth & Associates
SWBC Tower, 9311 San Pedro Avenue, Suite 707
San Antonio, TX 78216
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Client reviews of Robert W. Wachsmuth — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Robert W. Wachsmuth — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in San Antonio, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Robert
Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Robert W. Wachsmuth
How much does it cost to hire Robert for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Robert offer a free consultation?
Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Texas typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Robert take my case if I'm outside San Antonio?
Robert is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Robert will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Robert?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Robert accepting new adr clients right now?
Robert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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