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Robert Price is an accomplished legal professional with a distinguished career spanning several decades. He embarked on his academic journey at Thomas Jefferson High School in San Antonio, Texas, graduating in 1965. His pursuit of knowledge continued at the University of Texas in Austin, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1968. Subsequently, in 1971, he successfully completed his legal education at the University of Texas School of Law.

Mr. Price’s legal career commenced with a pivotal role at the Bexar County District Attorney’s office, where he served from 1972 to 1973. Since then, he has established himself as a prominent criminal defense attorney in private practice. Notably, he has held board certification in criminal law since 1979, reflecting his expertise and commitment to the field.

Throughout his illustrious career, Robert Price has actively contributed to the legal community. He has lent his insights and leadership as a member of the Texas Board of Legal Specialization Criminal Law Advisory Commission and the State Bar Penal Code and Criminal Procedure Committee.

Furthermore, Mr. Price’s dedication to the legal profession extends to his roles as a past President of the San Antonio Bar Association (1985-86) and his service on the Board of Directors of the State Bar of Texas from 1987 to 1990. He also served as Chairman of the Board of the San Antonio Bar Foundation in 1993-94.

In addition to his legal achievements, Robert Price has been a valuable presence in various legal associations and organizations. He has held positions on the Board of Directors of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and is an active member of the Texas Bar Foundation, the San Antonio Bar Association, and the State Bar College. His legal practice is licensed in both Texas and Colorado, and he holds memberships in the San Antonio Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. His licensure also extends to federal courts, including the United States District Court, Western District of Texas; United States Court of Appeals-5th Circuit; and the United States Supreme Court. Remarkably, he has chaired the Federal Courts Admissions Committee-Western District of Texas.

Robert Price’s commitment to legal education is evident through his role as the Course Director for the San Antonio Criminal Law Institute, a position he has held for three decades. He has shared his expertise at various criminal law seminars for the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association (TCDLA), the State Bar of Texas, and the San Antonio Bar Association. One notable accomplishment includes delivering the “Ethics” paper for the Criminal Law Seminar by the State Bar. Additionally, he served as the Course Director for the prestigious 1993 and 1994 TCDLA “Rusty Duncan” Advanced Criminal Law Seminar, a premier advanced criminal law course attended by over 800 criminal defense lawyers.

Robert Price’s contributions to legal literature are notable, as he authored the State Bar of Texas Practice Manual titled “Nuts and Bolts of Criminal Law Practice.” He continues to be a sought-after speaker, lecturing on various criminal law subjects at seminars across multiple Texas cities.

Beyond his legal endeavors, Mr. Price is actively engaged in the community. He has served on the Board of Directors of the San Antonio Library Foundation, the Board of Directors for Contemporary Art at the San Antonio Museum Association, and held the position of Vice-President on the Board of Directors for the Blue Star Art Space, dedicated to showcasing contemporary alternative art. Additionally, he has been a member of the Board of Directors of the Friends of the McNay Art Museum, the Museo Alameda-Smithsonian, and holds memberships in the Museum of Modern Art and the Whitney Museum in New York City.

Notably, Robert Price is recognized as an ARTPACE BENEFACTOR, but perhaps one of his most cherished achievements is being crowned King Anchovy of Cornyation at Fiesta San Antonio.

Currently, Robert Price practices law in partnership with Louis D. Martinez under the distinguished firm name of Price & Martinez. His wealth of experience, legal acumen, and commitment to the legal profession and community make him a notable figure in both the legal and cultural landscapes.

Louis D. Martinez is a seasoned legal practitioner specializing exclusively in Criminal Law, with a notable focus on DWI Defense. Graduating from the University of Texas Law School in 2002, Mr. Martinez’s legal journey began with internships under the guidance of United States District Court Magistrate John W. Primomo and as a law clerk at Beirne, Maynard & Parsons, LLP, a distinguished civil litigation firm in Houston.

Mr. Martinez’s commitment to criminal defense became evident early in his career as he embarked on trying criminal jury trials shortly after establishing his practice. Impressively, he achieved a remarkable success rate, winning his first nine DWI trials in succession and thirteen out of his first fifteen. This early accomplishment marked the beginning of a distinguished legal career.

At the age of 28, Mr. Martinez was appointed as an Associate Municipal Judge by the San Antonio City Council. In this role, he presided over traffic cases and trials, showcasing his depth of legal expertise. His career continued to ascend, and at the age of 30, he earned the endorsement of the Felony Judges of Bexar County to represent defendants in Capital Murder cases. The following year, he achieved another milestone by becoming the youngest attorney in a generation to defend a Death Penalty case in Bexar County. In this pivotal trial, he successfully persuaded the jury to reject the District Attorney’s request for a death sentence, cementing his reputation as a formidable defense attorney.

His collaboration with Robert A. Price IV led to the establishment of Price & Martinez, where Mr. Martinez has primarily concentrated on DWI Defense. However, his legal acumen extends to representing clients facing a diverse range of charges, including Drug Possession (both State and Federal), Intoxication Assault, Intoxication Manslaughter, Aggravated Robbery, Sexual Offenses, Murder, and various Misdemeanor Offenses.

Louis D. Martinez’s educational background includes a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Texas School of Law in 2002 and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Texas A&M University in 1999.

He holds bar admissions for all Courts of the State of Texas and the United States Federal District Court Western District of Texas, San Antonio Division, demonstrating his extensive legal jurisdiction.

Notably, Mr. Martinez’s legal prowess was further recognized during his tenure as a Former Municipal Court Judge, serving as an Associate Judge for the City of San Antonio from 2006 to 2009. His dedication to excellence earned him recognition as a “Rising Star” and one of the “Best Criminal Lawyers” in Scene in SA Monthly. Additionally, he has shared his expertise as a lecturer at numerous San Antonio Bar Association Seminars, including the 2010 San Antonio Bar Association’s Criminal Law Seminar, attended by a sizable audience of over 300 criminal lawyers.

Louis D. Martinez’s multifaceted legal career underscores his unwavering commitment to providing top-tier legal representation and his invaluable contributions to the legal community.