Law Office of RC Pate
- 321 S Flores St, San Antonio, TX 78215, USA
- (210) 757-4373
- No email available
About:
I got into criminal law because I enjoy helping people. I never enjoyed family law cases because even if you get your client everything they want out of a case, chances are that they will still be unhappy. On the other hand, people who need representation for criminal cases are always thankful for the work you do for them and that is much more fulfilling to me. But before that, I was just a college kid. When I was in college, I studied physics, religion, mathematics and philosophy. After graduating, I played in a band and wrapped presents at Dillard’s for a living while applying for better jobs. I applied to for Teach For America, but they didn’t read my application because there were simply too many people applying at the time. I decided to pursue something other than teaching and with my father’s guidance, I took the LSAT and began law school at the University of Houston. After law school, I served as a prosecutor for two and a half years in San Antonio. I worked my way up the chain of command, but when I was told that I couldn’t be promoted unless I cut my hair, I quit. During my time as a prosecutor, I tried many people for DWIs and my first DWI client hired me the day I left the district attorney’s office. At first, I would handle whatever case people would pay me for. I partnered with another attorney who focused on DWIs and eventually decided to model my firm after his. When I’m not in the office, I have many different hobbies. I coach my three-year-old daughter’s soccer team and am a captain on my own co-ed soccer team, which I am proud to say is heading to the state championship for the third year in a row. In addition, I play on a flag football team with my wife but when I’m not doing something athletic, I am probably playing Settlers of Catan.
Jurisdiction:San Antonio
Practice Area
Criminal Law
Guides reporting, evidence, bail conditions, no-contact orders, prosecutions or defenses, and record sealing, centering survivor safety and informed participation across the criminal process.
Family Law
Handles divorce, custody, parenting time, and support with DV-informed safety planning, temporary orders, safe exchanges, discovery protections, and long-term financial stability.
Languages
English
Fees
Free Consultation
Education
Main Campus
Awards
Lawyer Scientist
Associations
member of the editorial board
founding member
Reviews
RATED 5.0
Aug 10, 2024via Google
Edward Castillo
"He helped me get a motion to travel without any paperwork a few months ago. Today 1/10/2024 he helped me beat my MTR and Assault 2nd offense, both 3rd degree felonies. Both of those cases dismissed with a True to violation and only 2 amendments to probations. Both of those are one time classes."
RATED 5.0
Aug 10, 2023via Google
Josh Hernandez
"5 star attorney, helped me keep my driving record spotless, would recommend! 👍"
RATED 5.0
Aug 10, 2022via Google
Cyndi Torres
"Mr. Pate did a great job for us. He was always open to questions and was always ready with an answer. His staff was the greatest as well. He may look laid back but he gets the job done."
RATED 5.0
Aug 10, 2022via Google
Kay Brown
"RC is an amazing lawyer. Very personable and down to earth. He always took the time to explain things so I would understand what was going on. He always gave me all the senerios that could happen. My licence was supposed to be suspended for two years and he got it down to one, for a second DWI. Ultimately, my case got dismissed. He absolutely knows what he is doing! I'd definitely choose him to be my lawyer over and over, if need be."
RATED 5.0
Aug 10, 2022via Google
Leo Bae