Robert Francis Landheer
Robert F. Landheer, Attorney at Law
924 Anacapa St.
Suite 1-T
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Phone: (805) 962-5103 | Fax: (805) 730-3313
http://www.landheerlaw.com/
Certified Criminal Law Specialist
Legal Topic
Criminal Defense
Preferred New Clients
I have no preference. I will work with anyone who has been charged with a crime.
Sub-Topics
Abuse
- Animal Abuse
- Child Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Elder Abuse
Aiding, Abetting, Accessory, Conspiracy
Appeals
Automotive
- DUI / DWI
- Felony Auto Accidents
- Parking Tickets & Towing
- Traffic Violations
Capital Crimes/Capital Cases
Computer Crimes
- Hacking
- Malicious Code
- Unauthorized Access
Criminal Records
- Expungement or Expunction
Drug Crime
- Drug Cultivation & Manufacturing
- Drug Possession
- Intent to Distribute Drugs
- Intent to Sell Drugs
Environmental Violations
False Identification
Felonies
Firearms & Weapons
- Constitutional Rights Defense
- Illegal Possession or Transportation
- Other Weapons & Devices
Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Bank Fraud
- Checks & Credit Cards
- Corporate Espionage & Sabotage
- Embezzlement
- Extortion
- Forgery
- Identity Theft
- Insider Trading
- Insurance Claims
- Money Laundering
- Public Offerings
- Racketeering & RICO
- Securities Fraud
- Smuggling
- Tax Evasion & Fraud
- Trade Secrets
- Wire Transfer
Grand Jury Proceedings
Military Crimes (UCMJ)
Misdemeanors
Parole
Perjury
Plea Negotiation
Probation
Property Crimes
- Arson
- Burglary
- Embezzlement
- Larceny
- Shoplifting
- Theft
- Trespass
- Vandalism
Search & Seizure
Sex Crimes
- Abduction
- Child Abuse
- Child Pornography
- Indecent Exposure
- Prostitution, Solicitation, & Pandering
- Rape
- Sexual Assault
- Stalking
- Trafficking in Women
Truancy
Violent Crimes
- Assault & Battery
- Domestic Violence
- Extortion
- Kidnapping
- Manslaughter
- Murder
- Robbery
Bar Admissions
CA, Dec 1981
Bar Number: 101687
Specialty Certifications
Certified Criminal Law Specialist, The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
Other Court Admissions
U.S. District Court, Northern, Eastern and Central Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, U.S. Supreme Court
Association Memberships
State Bar of California; Criminal Defense Bar of Santa Barbara
Continuing Education
I am a certified criminal law specialist, and I attend mandatory continuing legal education seminars offered by the California Public Defender's Association.
Papers and Publications
Comments in Santa Barbara News Press, L.A. Times and USA Today
(see website:
http://www.landheerlaw.com/)
Example Cases
United States v. Michael Michaels 796 Fed.2nd 1112, 9th Cir. 1986; cert.denied 449 U.S., 1038 93 L.Ed. 2nd 845.
Education
New College School of Law of California
J.D.
San Francisco
CA
1979
Oberlin College
B.A.
Oberlin
OH
1970
European History
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California
Firm Focus and History
I am a Certified Specialist in Criminal Law handling complex habeas capital litigation and capital trial work and other serious felonies and misdemeanors. (DUI)
I also represent and advise criminally charged clients who are collaterally involved in administrative proceedings re DMV License suspension hearings, Fish and Game license revocations and professional licensing board sanctions (doctors, dentists, attorneys).
I was appointed by the California Supreme Court in 1993 as habeas counsel in a capital appeal which is ongoing. Currently I am practicing criminal law in Santa Barbara County, with emphasis on serious felony representation including assisting the Santa Barbara County Public Defender's Office as Keenan counsel on 2 separate capital murder cases and most recently was privately retained in two capital cases, one through the grand jury indictment and an LWOP case through trial.
Previous Employment Summary
Private Practice:
Ukiah, California, 1981-1983
Santa Barbara, California, 1983-1985
Santa Barbara County Public Defender's Office, 1985-1991
Chairperson, Legal Defense Center(Certified Specialist, Criminal Law, The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization)
I was contracted by the Ventura County Public Defenders Office, 1996-1998 to litigate 3 strike convictions pursuant to the California Supreme Court's holding in People v. Romero (1995).
Activities and Awards
Teaching, jurisprudence at the Southern California Institute of Law in Santa Barbara and Ventura, Professor of the Year, 1999. Guest lecturer at Santa Barbara College of Law in Santa Barbara on capital litigation and the writ of habeas corpus.
Frequently interviewed by local television and newspapers including L.A. Times, USA Today to comment on high profile trials and constitutional issues.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
I believe in fully and candidly discussing all aspects of a client's case including the consequences of selecting different options as whether to go to trial, plea bargain, etc.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
Absolutely. I insist that the client's prepare a narrative of what happened.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
Depending upon the facts and circumstances of each individual case, the answer is yes.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I became a lawyer, because I strongly believe in the constitution of the United States and that it confers on the individual. I believe that working to better define and protect those rights was a worth while career.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I have over 25 years experience as a criminal defense and personal injury attorney and prior to that time, I worked as a carpenter where I met people from all walks of life. I have observed the system from the inside and the outside.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I chose criminal law because that is the one area where all of our constitutional rights are defined.
What do you like best about your career?
I like helping people get through a tough time in their lives and going on to bigger and better things.
Tell us about your law firm:
Don Samson and Greg Rader are seasoned legal research/writing assistants who draft constitutional, statutory and common-law motions, writs and appeals for the office clientele.
What are your strengths and style?
My unique strength is that I never quit, and I am a fighter.
Reasonable, intelligent and compassionate representation of my clients.
Personal Interests:
I enjoy teaching Juris Prudence to law students, reading and writing poetry and surfing.
Office Manager/Assistant
Greg
Fax
(805) 730-3313
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
I am available by telephone after hours.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
Spanish
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
None
Hourly Rates
The hourly rate is negotiable.
Free Initial Consultation?
1/2 hour free initial consultation
Typical Retainer
It depends on the case.
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