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David Wesley Cornish
also known as D. Wesley Cornish Esq., Wesley Cornish
About David
Biography
I have been practicing law since 2011, when I graduated from Temple University Law School, and was a policy analyst for the police department. I primarily focus on criminal defense, real estate, and civil rights law. I have successfully defended criminal matters ranging from DUI and possession of a small amount of marijuana to, possession for pounds of methamphetimine and first-degree murder charges at both the trial and appeals levels. If you're an adult or juvenile who has been accused of a crime, call us anytime 24/7 to get our personal attention from start to finish.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Civil Rights
35%
15 years | 125 cases
Criminal Defense
35%
15 years | 800 cases
DUI and DWI
20%
15 years | 52 cases
Real Estate
10%
15 years | 77 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 150-225 per hour
Pro bono
10 %
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New Jersey for 9 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2017
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 12 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 14 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Cornerstone Legal Group, LLC.
230 South Broad Street, 17th Floor, Philadephia, PA, 19102
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Posted by anonymous | January 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Resolved estate
Attorney Cornish was extremely helpful and persistent in helping me resolve a will for a deceased family member. He has also acted quickly on the cases of persons I have referred to him. Overall, he is professional, attentive and thorough.
Posted by Mike | October 23, 2012 | Real Estate
Good legal advice
Mr. Cornish was very helpful when we had a question about a rental property we were considering buying. We contacted him with a question and soon got a very detailed answer that was very useful. He gave us the information we needed to make a decision regarding the property. We found him professional ...
Posted by Marty | May 30, 2012
Excellent
I contacted Mr. Cornish with a lot of questions about a legal problem I got myself into. I contacted via phone, and Mr. Cornish walked me through everything. Within days we met up to go over everything and what my options are and what my next step would be. Mr. Cornish kept me up to date with everyth...
Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2012 | Criminal Defense
Helpful and knowledgeable
I recently contacted Mr. Cornish regarding a criminal case that I had pending. He was very willing to assist me and answer any and all of my questions. He went over all of my options with me in a way that I could understand and was very knowledgeable. He kept me informed on every aspect of my case an...
David Wesley Cornish's Lawyer Endorsements
"Dedicated advocate for justice."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"David is an outstanding criminal defense lawyer. He is an aggressive, highly skilled trial lawyer that fights like a gladiator for his clients."
"Mr. Cornish has been a valuable asset when dealing with matters in Pennsylvania. Clients are lucky to have such a strong advocate fighting for them. I look forward to working with him in Maryland."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Wesley is always more than willing to provide time time it takes to evaluate a legal issue. He's a good listener and always has his client's best interests at heart."
"Wesley is a straight shooter unlike many attorneys I have worked with over the years. He will tell it like it is and clearly lay out your options. I personally feel confident working with someone who will set reasonable expectations rather than telling you what you want to hear. In addition to Wesley's ethical approach to his business, he is truly a nice guy – someone you’d like to consider a friend."
"Excellent attorney who provides personal and professional representation for his clients."
"Mr. Cornish is a tremendous advocate for his clients; a highly competent litigator who gets results."
"Wesley Cornish is a hard working individual and dedicated to his trade. I would refer him to anyone looking for a competent and hard working attorney."
"Excellent attorney and would refer any criminal case to in his area. Strongly recommend."
"Wesley is a hard-working and dedicated attorney who will do everything it takes to exonerate his clients. He enjoys criminal defense work, and it shows in his vigorous practice. He is always seeking new opportunities to learn and grow as an attorney, and I think any criminal defendant will do well to choose him as his or her attorney."
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Experience
Honors
2020
10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2020
10 Best - Pennsylvania, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2019
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2019
10 Best, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2019
Recognized Excellence in Civil Rights Law, Lawyers of Distinction
2018
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2012
Incubator Small Business Annual Business Success, Small Business Development Corporation (SBA)
2012
Top Contributer, Avvo
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Supervising Attorney, Cornerstone Legal Group, LLC
2011 - 2011
Contract Attorney, Dechert
2011 - 2011
Contract Attorney, Morgan Lewis & Bockius
2008 - 2011
Policy Analyst, Temple University Police Department
Associations
2014 - Present
American Bar Association, Law Practice Management SectionState & Local Bar Outreach Committee
2014 - Present
American Bar Association, Law Practice Management SectionMembership Development Committee Member
2014 - Present
American Bar Association, Law Practice Management SectionEthics & Professional Responsibility Committee Member
2014 - Present
American Bar Association, Law Practice Management SectionSponsorship Committee Member
2014 - Present
American Bar Association, Law Practice Management SectionDiversity & Inclusion Committee Member
2014 - Present
American Bar Association, Law Practice Management SectionLaw Career Paths Committee Member
2014 - Present
American Bar Association, Law Practice Management SectionE-lawyering Committee Member
2012 - Present
Delaware County Bar Association
2011 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar Association
2011 - Present
Montgomery County Bar Association
2011 - Present
Bucks County Bar Association
2006 - Present
Philadelphia Bar Association
2006 - Present
American Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Morris v. Commonwealth
Charges withdrawn due to a lack of prosecution
Nelson v. Commonwealth
The client plead guilty to setting up a numbers game and received no further penalty and a $1,000 fine and had all other charges withdrawn by the Commonwealth.
Fowler v. Commonwealth
Client plead guilty and received 9 months non-reporting probation
Clinton v. Commonwealth
Client plead guilty and received 2 years reporting probation with all supervision fees waived
Beckett v. Commonwealth
Client plead guilty and received a sentence of 15 months reporting probation with the supervision fees waived.
Lee v. Commonwealth
Case withdrawn due to a lack of evidence and failure to pass discovery to defense counsel.
Bensalem v. Commonwealth
Client sentenced to 12 months reporting probation with all supervision fees waived.
Brown v. Commonwealth
Client plead guilty and was sentenced to 9 months reporting probation with all supervision fees waived.
Burch v. Commonwealth
Charges withdrawn due to a lack of prosecution
Carthon v. Commonwealth
The matter was administratively removed because the client retained other outside private counsel.
Alexander v. Commonwealth
Client was sentenced to a Section 17 rehabilitation disposition
Kelly v. Commonwealth
Administratively removed because the client retained other outside private counsel
Coney v. Commonwealth
Acquitted of all Charges
Nurabdulmatin v. Commonwealth
Administratively removed because the court assigned different counsel
Barham v. Commonwealth
Acquitted of all Charges
Buczynska v. Commonwealth
Case withdrawn due to lack of prosecution
Hannibal v. Commonwealth
Client plead guilty to all charges and was sentenced to 24 months concurrent reporting probation for all charges.
Mylers v. Commonwealth
Withdrawn due to lack of prosecution
DeGregorio v. Commonwealth
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Garnett v. Commonwealth
Plead to 15 months monitored reporting probation with the supervision fees waived.
Hall v. Commonwealth
Plead to 18 months concurrent monitored reporting probation.
Commonwealth v. Gessner (MC-51-CR-0017997-2012)
Charge Withdrawn and Section 17 Probation 9 Months
Commonwealth v. Gipson (MC-51-CR-0031868-2010)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Raised, and Contempt Conviction
Commonwealth v. Dittmar (MC-51-CR-0038551-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Raised, and Contempt Conviction
Commonwealth v. Johnson (MC-51-CR-0052991-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Raised, and Contempt Conviction
Commonwealth v. Carter (MC-51-CR-0045207-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Raised, and Contempt Conviction
Commonwealth v. Lazier (MC-51-CR-0129701-2003)
Acquitted for Contempt, Bench Warrant Lifted, and Bail Raised
Commonwealth v. Schullere (MC-51-CR-9000239-2009)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Beltle (MC-51-CR-0003333-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Sanders (MC-51-CR-0018849-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. McGowan (MC-51-CR-0022791-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Vaynshteyn (MC-51-CR-0023706-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Rodriguez (MC-51-CR-0053460-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Reinstated, and Contempt Conviction
Commonwealth v. Marshall (MC-51-CR-0051486-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Marshall (MC-51-CR-0051487-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Archeval, Jr. (MC-51-CR-0009128-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Polkowski (MC-51-CR-0037176-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Raised, and Contempt Conviction
Commonwealth v. Cave (MC-51-CR-0044108-2011)
Negotiated Trial with a 5 day combined sentence
Commonwealth v. Vann (MC-51-CR-0005895-2010)
Negotiated Trial with a 5 day combined sentence
Commonwealth v. Crawford (MC-51-CR-0038989-2010)
Negotiated Trial with a 5 day combined sentence
Commonwealth v. Shain (MC-51-CR-0543671-2006)
Acquitted for Contempt, Bench Warrant Lifted, and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. McCray (MC-51-CR-0011109-2012)
Acquitted for Contempt, Bench Warrant Lifted, and Bail Raised
Commonwealth v. Dermilio (MC-51-CR-0041570-2008)
Acquitted for Contempt, Bench Warrant Lifted, and Bail Raised
Commonwealth v. Leonard (MC-51-CR-0040074-2011)
Acquitted for Contempt, Bench Warrant Lifted, and ROR/SOB bail
Commonwealth v. Irving (MC-51-CR-0054323-2011)
Acquitted for Contempt, Bench Warrant Lifted, and Bail Raised
Commonwealth v. Wilner (MC-51-CR-0049155-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Thomas (MC-51-CR-0031209-2009)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Thomas (MC-51-CR-0040042-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Minerly (MC-51-CR-0061799-2008)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Smalls (MC-51-CR-0048940-2010)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Kelly (MC-51-CR-0728591-2000)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Dengel (MC-51-CR-0726771-2005)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Crommarty (MC-51-CR-0026500-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Watson (MC-51-CR-0051053-2010)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Farina (MC-51-CR-0048713-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. McCloud (MC-51-CR-0026346-2009)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Anderson (MC-51-CR-0016678-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Archer (MC-51-CR-0043942-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Sywek (MC-51-CR-004536-2010)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Southrey (MC-51-CR-0015046-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Way (MC-51-CR-0001107-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Polanco-Cabc (MC-51-CR-0008259-2009)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Trippett (MC-51-CR-0011204-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Poliard (MC-51-CR-0005340-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Brown (CP-51-CR-0015612-2009)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Vacchiano (MC-51-CR-0025588-2010)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced for Contempt of Court
Commonwealth v. Frazier (MC-51-CR-0010679-2007)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Williams (MC-51-CR-0035026-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Williams (MC-51-CR-0035027-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Sywek (MC-51-CR-0042952-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Prater (MC-51-CR-0004233-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Spotts (MC-51-CR-0012230-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Lovett (MC-51-CR-0013604-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Darrah (MC-51-CR-0013988-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Quinones (MC-51-CR-0014288-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Rhoads (MC-51-CR-0019361-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Askins (MC-51-CR-0029741-2010)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Richardson (MC-51-CR-0005772-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Taylor (MC-51-CR-0011502-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Rhoads (MC-51-CR-0016824-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Rigby (MC-51-CR-0017327-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Thomas (MC-51-CR-0047132-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Bonilla (CP-51-CR-0006506-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Ward (MC-51-CR-0032608-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Rosado (MC-51-CR-0041533-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Anderson (MC-51-CR-0016215-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Miller (MC-51-CR-0016862-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Williams (MC-51-CR-0020542-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Benadick (MC-51-CR-0003939-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Anderson (MC-51-CR-0013763-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Rivera (MC-51-CR-0022491-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Grant (MC-51-CR-0020767-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Blakely (MC-51-CR-0022380-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Ianon (MC-51-SU-0001690-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Ianon (MC-51-CR-0020353-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Johnson (MC-51-SU-0001127-2005)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Charges Dismissed
Commonwealth v. Prater (MC-51-SU-0004623-2005)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Charges Dismissed
Commonwealth v. Johnson (MC-51-SU-0016444-2007)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Charges Dismissed
Commonwealth v. Prater (MC-51-SU-0009986-2009)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Charges Dismissed
Commonwealth v. Prater (MC-51-SU-0008072-2010)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Charges Dismissed
Commonwealth v. Rigby (MC-51-SU-0014292-2010)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Charges Dismissed
Commonwealth v. Way (MC-51-SU-0004754-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Charges Dismissed
Commonwealth v. Atkinson (MC-51-CR-0054443-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Tucker (MC-51-CR-0010410-2009)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Sentenced for Contempt
Commonwealth v. Tucker (MC-51-CR-0010411-2009)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Tucker (MC-51-CR-0010412-2009)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Set
Commonwealth v. Flynn (MC-51-CR-0034962-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced
Commonwealth v. Linsay (MC-51-CR-0030586-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced
Commonwealth v. Washington (MC-51-CR-0043040-2010)
Bench Warrant Lifted, Bail Set, and Sentenced
Commonwealth v. Elwell (MC-51-CR-0049847-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Grant (MC-51-CR-0013890-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Lopez (MC-51-CR-0004705-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Robinson (MC-51-CR-0015015-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Griffin (MC-51-CR-0015027-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Miller (MC-51-CR-0031899-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Lee (MC-51-CR-0015209-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Ortiz (MC-51-CR-0014755-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Rockemore (MC-51-CR-0036834-2011)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Santiago (MC-51-CR-0014920-2012)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Bail Reinstated
Commonwealth v. Worden (MC-51-CR-0015015-2010)
Bench Warrant Lifted and Charges Dismissed
Commonwealth v. Kevin Jones (MC-51-CR-0044231-2011)
Dismissal
Commonwealth v. Harris (MC-51-CR-0035081-2011)
Case Removed
Education
2011
Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
Juris Doctor
2004
University of Delaware
Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Employment Prospects Post Graduation
Jobs 101: The Only 1 Page You Need
Publications
2012
Cornerstone Publications
The 30 Day Business Action Plan
2012
Cornerstone Publications
Grassroots Legal Marketing Campaigns
2012
Cornerstone Publications
Marketing Plans for Businesses on a Budget
2012
Cornerstone Publications
Business Plans to Thrive in the Legal Services Market
2011
Cornerstone Publications
Jobs 101: The Only 1 Page You Need
Languages
English
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