Robert Francis Landheer
Google Rating
5.0(13 reviews)
- 924 Anacapa St. Suite 1-T Santa Barbara, CA 93101
- +1-805-962-5103
- Robertlandheer@gmail.com
About:
Mr. Landheer first worked as an associate attorney in the early 80s with the Law Office of Richard Peterson in Mendocino County, California. He tried major felony cases and successfully exonerated his client in his first homicide trial. He also assisted his partner in preparing the defense in a capital case in neighboring Lake County. Additionally, he litigated and defended many marijuana cultivation cases and wrote appeals. In 1983, he moved to Santa Barbara and opened an office with his associate, former District Attorney of Mendocino County Joseph D. Allen. In 1985, he was invited to join the Santa Barbara County Public Defender's Office, where he remained until he retired and opened a private practice in 1990. Mr. Landheer served as chairman of the board of the Santa Barbara Legal Defense Center, a nonprofit legal advocacy group for indigent and homeless persons in the 80s. Mr. Landheer was recognized as Professor of the Year in 1999 by the student body at the Southern California Institute of Law, where he taught jurisprudence, the philosophy of law. Mr. Landheer has been featured on Dateline and 48 Hours. He is frequently consulted by the media and asked to comment on controversial legal issues. He has been interviewed and quoted by the Los Angeles Times and USA Today. He appears frequently on local television news programs.
Jurisdiction:California, U.S. District Central District California, 9th Circuit, U.S. District Court Northern District California, U.S. Supreme Court
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.
Languages
English, Spanish
Fees
Free Consultation
Education
J.D.
Reviews
RATED 5.0
Jul 10, 2025via Google
Steven Mosher
"I really cant say enough great things about my time with Robert and his team. I got the best result I could've, given my circumstances and they really took a step to believe in me and to trust me to do what I had to do. I never spent one day in court and I got all the advice, wisdom and future instruction that I could ask for. Really again I have nothing but the utmost respect for him and Nicky was a sweetheart to work with too. I would highly recommend him to anyone intersted in a criminal lawyer."
RATED 5.0
Sep 10, 2024via Google
Carl Hamilton
"Robert and his team has successfully advised me since 2012. They are hands down the best legal team I have worked with. When you face a legal issue that can have serious impact on your future, you want Robert in your corner. Robert is very sharp, calm and collected and will explain the situation you are facing in a way that you understand. And let me also give praise to his legal team! They are super responsive and friendly! 10/10!"
RATED 5.0
Aug 10, 2023via Google
Nicky Warson
RATED 5.0
Aug 10, 2023via Google
Zia Soleil sinclair
"I was his client a while back. He was truly awesome. Brilliant but also an exceptionally kind person."
RATED 5.0
Aug 10, 2023via Google
Gandhy Jimenez
"Mr. Landheer is one of a kind. Straight forward and explains every detail. He is an expert in his field. He will reach out to his colleagues and refer you to right place if needed. He was kind to offer a free consultation. He is very kind hearted and does not judge. This world needs more attorneys like Mr. Landheer. He is amazing at what he does."
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