David Shepherd West

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David Shepherd West

4.5
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Marietta, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

123 Church Street, Suite 220, Charmichael Building at Marietta Station, Marietta, GA

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About David

Biography

Seen on CNN, Fox, and many more, David S. West is regarded as one of Georgia's top defense lawyers!

David S. West handles appeals, habeas corpus, expungements and parole! Free consultations!!

High-profile defense lawyer David S, West - as seen on CNN, Fox, and more. Free Consultations!

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 90%

High profile criminal defense attorney who practices throughout the state of Georgia handling all types of criminal cases from major felonies to misdemeanors and juvenile cases.

32 years

90%
Appeals 10%

32 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 31 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1994

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

David West & Associates

123 Church Street, Suite 220, Charmichael Building at Marietta Station, Marietta, GA, 30060-1948

westdefense.com/

Online Presence

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David Shepherd West's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

5 star (21)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (3)

Posted by Nicky | February 19, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent lawyer

I hired David on two different cases that other lawyers were trying to get me to plea out to. They said they couldn’t beat my cases. I talked to David and he said he couldn’t promise me anything. But he would not sell me out and he would fight for my rights all the way. And he won both cases for me a...nd i would not be a free man now if it wasn’t for David west. Thank you again David. You are by far the best lawyer I ever hired. And if I ever need a high powered attorney again I sure hope you are available. Best attorney around.

Posted by Deboria | July 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you David West

David West and associates, I can't thank you enough for the professionalism, your supreme knowledge of the law and representation in my case. You not only fought for my truth to be heard, you fought for my life and all that I would have lost! Though it may have seemed like you were unreachable, un at...tainable and didn't give much feed back,....you have demonstrated that not only you were more attentive to cases you represent while in action but also help your clients strengthen their "walk by faith and not by sight" approach to how you operate. You are truly a DAVID to your clients Goliaths, a SHEPHERD to sheep's who has wolves looking to devour their lives, and a person who shows how the WEST was won through your performance in a court room! My family will be forever grateful for your services and I will always recommend you to anyone in need. May God continue to bless you in your feild of work and your family and staff members. Bo

Posted by Gino | March 1, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He gets 10 stars

I was facing what amounted to a Life sentence at my age, charged with attempted murder and three other counts maximum 75 years. Mr. West agreed to take my case. I couldn’t have picked a better lawyer and his team. He gave me his word And if I had to rate his ability from 1 to 100% I would say he did ...1000%. He said he would win the case with only the prosecutor evidence, and I didn’t know if that was possible, because he said I wouldn’t have to testify either. Mr. West gives excellent advice. It was equivalent to squeeze in water out of a rock and he produce orange juice. 12 jurors found me not guilty on all four counts. I gave him 10 stars.

Posted by Lizabeth | February 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

BEST ATTORNEY IN COBB

I hired Attorney west for a criminal case. OMG. He's loyal to his clients and gets the job done. Very honest and made me feel very comfortable. Got the job done hands down. GREAT ATTORNEY

Posted by anonymous | January 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Lawyer with High Sense of Awareness and Empathy

I hired David West in my case and could not have asked for better representation. David constantly took the extra effort in my case by keeping conversations open and honest. He never provided any false sense of hope and even assisted on his days off. David's emotional IQ in dealing with my family was... unprecedented. He set aside business and took the time to understand what my family was going through which gave me even more assurance that my case was in the right hands. I highly recommend David West to anyone seeking legal help.

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David Shepherd West's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lawrence Korn

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David West is one of those dedicated, hard-working talented lawyers that comes along once in a great while. If I were in trouble, he's the guy I'd call."

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Kimberly Frye

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney David West works tirelessly on behalf of his clients to get the best result possible. He will travel across the state or country to assist a client. His dedication and use of inventive legal arguments bring great outcomes for his clients in all jurisdictions. David West is a true trial lawyer who fights for his clients and their rights. You are in very good hands when you hire David for your case."

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Bernard Brody

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is an outstanding lawyer. He is recognized in the legal community as one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Georgia. He is always well prepared in court and gets great results for his clients."

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Benjamin Von Schuch

Criminal defense lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"What makes David one the best criminal defense lawyers in the country? His intelligence, charisma, and drive to succeed. He truly is a rare talent. When others would give up hope in a case, David just finds another way. He turns lemons into lemonade. If I needed a lawyer, David is the first person I would call."

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Jill Stahlman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Parag Shah

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David West is a high-powered, creative, and zealous attorney. He gets results for his clients and will never back down from a fight. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Lawrence Zimmerman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is well known in the community for fighting drug cases and successfully arguing legal issues. He is a hardworking lawyer who is good at what he does, and he represents his clients very well. He is also a nice guy as well. I endorse him."

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Herman Kilgore

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David has a great reputation and experience in both state and federal criminal matters, including higher profile cases. In matters of Fourth Amendment search and seizure issues David has always been on the front lines of knowledge and imagination."

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Jack Klein

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David West is an experienced and highly skilled trial lawyer who is well regarded in the defense bar. I would not hesitate to endorse Mr. West for any criminal defense matter."

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2005

Businessman of the Year Award, N.R.C.C

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Managing Partner, David West & Associates

2014 - 2014

Volunteer, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Clemency Project

2003 - 2004

Senior Attorney, Plichta & Associates

1994 - 2003

Associate, Law Offices Of Bruce S. Harvey

1994 - 1994

Associate, 1000 Lawyers for Justice

Associations

2015 - Present

Georgia C.A.R.E. Project

Board of Advisors

2009 - Present

National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws

Lifetime Member

2006 - Present

National Association For The Reform of Marijuana Laws

Committee Member

2005 - Present

Cobb County Bar Association

Member

2005 - Present

Marietta Business Association

Member

1995 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Contributing Member

1995 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Lifetime Member

1994 - Present

State Bar of Georgia

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v Nicky Proctor

Charges Dismissed

Sheldon Mitchell v. State

Conviction reversed

State v. Raymundo Stone

Probation and removal from sex offender registry

State v. Mario Griffin

Not Guilty Verdict following jury trial

State v. Denzel Dudley

Not Guilty Verdict following jury trial

State v. Erin Hansen

Case Dismissed

Murphy v. State

Reversed conviction

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Education

1994

Georgia State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1991

Berry College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Ties and Tie Dyes Atlanta

Marijuana Legalization

2011

Boy Scouts of America Troop 540

Criminal Justice

N/A

Model United Nations National Conference

World Issues

Publications

2009

Atlanta Journal Constitution Lawyer Wants Troopers Treated Like Dogs

Languages

English

Activity

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