Robert J. Wiley

Robert J. Wiley is a Dallas-based employment attorney with a long record of fighting for workers’ rights. Since founding his legal practice in 2000, he has represented over a thousand employees in actions against their employers. He is board-certified in labor and employment law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Robert earned his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University before attending Tulane Law School, where he earned his Juris Doctor with honors. This academic foundation gave him the skills and knowledge to take on high-stakes legal matters and support clients through every stage of the legal process.

Robert has handled everything from standard workplace disputes to large, complex employment lawsuits. He represents employees in hearings before government agencies like the EEOC and in state and federal courts. His work often involves class action lawsuits on behalf of workers who were not paid what they earned. Robert has led several federal class actions related to unpaid wages and has achieved victories in court. His work consistently reflects his deep commitment to civil rights and fairness in the workplace.

Robert has also helped shape the legal profession through leadership roles. He served as president of the Dallas-Fort Worth Employment Lawyers Association from 2009 to 2015 and chaired the Dallas Bar Association’s Labor and Employment Section in 2022. He regularly shares insights at professional events like the State Bar of Texas Annual Advanced Employment Law Course and the National Employment Lawyers Association Annual Meeting.

Robert J. Wiley has been recognized as a Super Lawyer by Thompson Reuters every year since 2014. His ongoing dedication to employment law has earned him respect in both legal and community circles. Through his work, he continues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of workers across Texas.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Rob Wiley, P.C.
• Member, Dallas Bar Association
• Member, National Employment Lawyers Association

Licensed State

• Texas

Education

• Tulane Law School
  Graduate
• Vanderbilt University
  Undergraduate

Awards & Badges