Shrager Defense Attorneys437 Grant St #617Frick BuildingPittsburgh, PA, 15219United States (412) 969-2540 (412) 261-6198

David Joel Shrager

also known as Shrager Defense Attorneys, David J. Shrager

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Pittsburgh, PA
Licensed for 23 years
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David Joel Shrager

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About David

David J. Shrager, Esq. is a highly reputable and experienced Pittsburgh Criminal Lawyer. He is a native of Pittsburgh, PA, and attended Mt. Lebanon High School where he was a National Merit Scholar Semi-Finalist. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree, Magna Cum Laude, from the University of Pittsburgh. David then received his law degree from the University of Miami School of Law on a prestigious Dean's Honor Academic Scholarship. While at the University of Miami Law School he was an Assistant Editor of the Inter-American Law Review.

After receiving his law degree with honors, Mr. Shrager was an attorney for the Litigation Department at Reed Smith before joining the family's law firm. Attorney Shrager is a member of the Allegheny County Bar Association, Pennsylvania Bar Association, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. David’s patience and an aggressive but calm attitude are tremendous assets — both, when helping clients and when defending a case in front of a judge.

David J. Shrager is adamant that his legal team remains down-to-earth, despite many successes over the years. Attorney Shrager makes sure that he and his team are always accessible to clients, and will never speak down to them or speak in complicated legalese.

Practice areas

Criminal defense: 30%
Pittsburgh Criminal Lawyer David J. Shrager does his absolute best to help people retain their rights and freedom so they can go on with their lives and be hopeful for their future – so they can keep their license, their job, a clean record and provide for their families.
23 years
DUI and DWI: 30%
David J. Shrager has been named by the American Institute of DUI Attorneys (AIDUIA) as one of the “10 Best” Attorneys for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in the DUI defense practice area.
23 years
Sex crime: 20%
Pittsburgh Sex Crimes Attorney David Shrager provides compassionate counsel and will listen to your side of the story with understanding and empathy, not judgment, reproof or apathy. He will aggressively seek action to prove your innocence and have your charges dropped completely.
22 years
Violent crime: 10%
At Shrager Defense Attorneys, we understand that many accusations of violent criminal activity are exaggerated or even made up. Not every one accused of a crime is guilty. We also understand that good people make bad decisions every day and that is why we work aggressively to fight for your rights.
23 years
White collar crime: 10%
When you have an experienced attorney who you trust to prepare a sound and just case and whom you know will work hard for your rights, a lot of your stress and worry can be put to ease.
23 years

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English

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Shrager Defense Attorneys

437 Grant St #617
Frick Building
Pittsburgh, PA, 15219

Mobile (412) 969-2540
Office (412) 261-6198

Website

https://www.shragerdefense.com

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License

State	Status	Acquired	Updated
PA	Active	1999	03/15/2022
FL	Inactive	1999	03/28/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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Awards

Award name	Grantor	Date Granted
Best DUI Lawyers in Pittsburgh	Expertise	2021
Selected to Super Lawyers	Pennsylvania Super Lawyers	2021
ThreeBestRated® Award	ThreeBestRated®	2021
Selected to Super Lawyers	Pennsylvania Super Lawyers	2017
Top 10 DUI Attorneys	American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys	2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers	The National Trial Lawyers	2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers	The National Trial Lawyers	2013
Top 100 DUI Lawyers	National Advocacy for DUI Defense	2013

work experience

Title	Company name	Duration
Criminal Defense Attorney	Shrager Defense Attorneys	2001 - Present
Litigation Attorney	Reed Smith	1999 - 2001
Law Clerk	Hoppe & Stokes	1996 - 1998

associations

Association name	Position name	Duration
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers	Member	N/A
Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers	Member	N/A
Pennsylvania Bar Association, Criminal Law Section	Member	N/A
Allegheny County Bar Association, Criminal Litigation Section	Fellow	N/A

education

School name	Degree	Graduated
University of Miami School of Law	JD - Juris Doctor	1998
University of Pittsburgh		1995

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Great Criminal Defense

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Posted by anonymous
April 13, 2012

David was the first call that I made, was referred to me by a friend. H e got the job done and kept some bad things from happening to me. I do not believe my case would have turned out nearly as well without him.

Amazing Attorney!

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Posted by anonymous
October 5, 2010

Attorney Shrager did an amazing job in representing me. Not only did he do a great job in the courtroom, but he treated my family and I with total respect and compassion. He truly helped my family get through a very difficult time. If your looking for a criminal defense attorney, I highly recommend him!

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Posted by Tamara
February 15, 2021

Shelley is absolutely amazing!!! She was very thorough and comforting and helped beyond measure with my cases! I highly recommend her! She truly is above and beyond along with Erin at the firm!