Fighting for Prisoners, Families, and their Lawyers Nationwide.
Post-conviction justice doesn’t end at sentencing. We help prisoners, families, and attorneys navigate the complex maze of federal post-conviction filings, Bureau of Prisons remedies, and sentence-reduction opportunities.
Every Day of Freedom Matters.
The Issues that Matter Most Inside and Outside Prison Walls
Providing support to prisoners or their lawyers.
Post Conviction Filings and Support
Habeas corpus petitions (2255 and 2241 motions)
Compassionate release requests
Sentence reduction under the First Step Act
Second Chance Act applications
Bureau of Prisons Admin. Remedies
Filing BP-8 through BP-11 appeals
Challenging disciplinary sanctions
Protecting rights in custody and confinement conditions
Ensuring fair treatment under BOP policy
Early Release Calculations
First Step Act earned time credits
Second Chance Act halfway house and home confinement eligibility
Good conduct time credit
Early release program reviews
Disciplinary Defense Services
Representation in disciplinary hearings
Protecting against loss of good time or privileges
Filing appeals and administrative remedies
Robert Root III
Attorney Robert L. Root III completed his undergraduate studies at Youngstown State University in Ohio, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Criminal Justice in 2003. He is an active member of the Ohio State Bar. Licensed to practice law in Ohio and Pennsylvania, as well as all Federal courts
When you choose Attorney Root as your legal counsel, you are choosing straightforward, no-nonsense representation. Mr. Root will always fight aggressively and effectively for your best interests. Don’t wait until it’s too late to hire a lawyer.
Robert Rohrbaugh II
At Prison Law Firm, we understand the system from both sides of the bars. The firm’s paralegal Robert Rohrbaugh practiced criminal law handling both state and federal cases for over 25 years. During that time he defended clients in some of the toughest courtrooms in America. In a rare and extraordinary turn, Bob found himself in a situation that would take him from a member of the bar to behind the bars.
After being indicted in Federal District Court for what amounted to receiving fees to represent a client while being wilfully blind that those monies were illegally gained by the client, his case proceeded to trial where he was acquitted on one count with the jury hung on the remaining three counts. During the second trial, he was convicted and sentenced to 52 months in Federal Prison. That experience gave him what no law degree can teach: firsthand knowledge of how the Bureau of Prisons operates. Bob used that time to help countless fellow prisoners defend their rights and navigate the system. Today, he brings that same relentless energy to prisoners, their lawyers and their families nationwide. Bob is currently working towards reinstating his law license.
Why Choose the Prison Law Firm?
“When my credits under the First Step Act weren’t being counted, Bob knew exactly what to file. Without him, I’d still be waiting.”
– Former Client
Experience that can’t be taught in a classroom
Bob has stood as both lawyer and prisoner. He knows the system from every angle.
Nationwide reach
Whether your loved one is in California, Florida, Ohio, or anywhere in between, PrisonLawFirm.com can help.
Proven advocacy
Bob has helped countless prisoners file remedies, overturn unfair sanctions, and win back time toward freedom.
Dedicated to justice
We believe every prisoner deserves access to competent legal help, no matter where they are in the system.
Support for Lawyers
Partnering with defense attorneys post-sentencing. Pre-sentencing, too for better outcomes. Expert guidance on BOP procedures and remedies. Helping legal teams navigate federal custody issues. Navigating the BOP.
Kind Words From Clients
We cannot always help everyone. Here is what some of our clients have to say about the Prison Law Firm
Helped with filing habeus corpus paperwork that got me out of prison.
Booker
Thanks PLF. I’d still be at prison and not in home confinement
Paul
They helped me file an administrative remedy for correct FSA application.
Ryan
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