Robert Almonte II

I am Robert Almonte II, an award-winning trial lawyer with over ten years of experience as both a federal and state prosecutor. I have been nationally recognized by the Department of Justice Executive Office for United States Attorneys for superior performance, and I am well-versed in handling complex criminal cases and navigating the intricacies of criminal law and penalties.

I graduated from St. Mary’s University, where I earned both my undergraduate degree and Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s University School of Law. My legal career began as an Assistant District Attorney (ADA). My dedication and skill in this role led to my appointment by then-Attorney General Eric H. Holder, Jr. as an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in the Western District of Texas. In this capacity, I managed and prosecuted a wide range of offenses, including bank robbery, carjacking, kidnapping, hate crimes, environmental crimes, fraud, human trafficking, child pornography, firearms violations, and civil rights violations. I also handled civil and criminal asset forfeiture cases involving the seizure of real and personal property by the government.

During the majority of my time as a prosecutor, I was assigned to the Complex Fraud and Public Corruption Unit, where I led investigations and prosecutions in high-stakes cases involving white-collar crime, public corruption, health care fraud, procurement fraud, tax violations, wire fraud, and other financial crimes. My work in these areas has established my reputation as a fierce and skilled advocate in federal court. I have handled thousands of cases at every stage, from indictment to trial, gaining invaluable courtroom experience along the way.

In addition to my legal practice, I serve as an adjunct professor at St. Mary’s University School of Law, where I teach white-collar crime.

• Federal Crimes

Southern District of Texas

Texas

State Bar of Texas

ID Number: 24049479

Since 2008

Western District of Texas

White-Collar Defense; Government Investigations Lawyer; Federal Criminal Defense

Almonte Law, PLLC

2023 - Current

Being faced with criminal charges or learning you’re under investigation is a life-altering and overwhelming experience. When it comes to federal criminal defense, having an attorney with deep knowledge of federal law and investigative strategies is essential for the best possible outcome. Robert Almonte II, a former federal and state prosecutor, is a tenacious advocate and courtroom expert. He is committed to vigorously defending your professional license, reputation, and freedom against federal charges.

Assistant United States Attorney

Department of Justice

2012 - 2023

For the majority of his career as a prosecutor, Robert was assigned to the Complex Fraud and Public Corruption Unit where his caseload encompassed white-collar crime, public corruption, health care fraud, procurement fraud, tax violations, wire fraud and other financial fraud crimes. Robert was responsible for the investigation and prosecution of some of the most serious and high-profile cases in the Western District of Texas. Robert gained immeasurable courtroom experience while handling thousands of cases as a prosecutor at all stages from indictment to trial.

St. Mary's University School of Law

2007

Texas State Bar  # 24049479

2008 - Current