David Michael Manilla

David Michael Manilla

4.9
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 33 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Worcester, PA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

P.O. Box 70 • 2060 Valley Forge Road, Worcester, PA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2011
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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 33 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1992

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2011

Location

Manilla David M

P.O. Box 70 • 2060 Valley Forge Road, Worcester, PA, 19490-0070

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David Michael Manilla's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

71 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 30 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | September 03, 2009 | DUI & DWI

Exceeded my wildest expectations!

My legal situation when I came to Mr. Manilla was bleak to say the least and had me very worried about my immediate future. Less than a week before I was scheduled to have a preliminary DUI hearing I contacted Mr. Manilla because I had been involved in a accident in which I was being charged with fou...r traffic violations, all of which carried points. With clarity and knowledge Mr. Manilla explained to the possible consequences for my actions. The very day I retained him as my lawyer, Mr. Manilla fought for my best interests with both tenacity and professionalism. I had previously used a very popular DUI Lawyer website to find representation in my area and found the lawyer it recommended to display certain characteristics which are the exact opposite of those one would look for in legal representation. To say that Mr. Manilla posses the traits I look for in a lawyer would be an understatement. As I had previously stated my legal situation prior to Mr. Manillas services was bleak to say the least. I had a DUI, a very high BAC, had not been apprehended in the most favorable circumstances, following my DUI I had four very serious traffic violations, and I didn’t retain Mr. Manilla until less than a week before my court date. All things considered I would consider his representation a godsend. Those traffic charges have either been thrown out or reduced to ones which carry no points and my DUI case is turning out better than I could have possibly hoped. The one thing I have come to learn and appreciate about Mr. Manilla is that he is about results. He will be honest, professional, and sensitive. Considering his expertise in DUI and traffic law I find his fees to be more than reasonable. If given the chance I would recommend the services of Mr. Manilla in a heartbeat.

Posted by anonymous | September 03, 2009 | Immigration

David Michael Manilla Esquire

Attorney Manilla was instrumental in restoring my husband’s valuable and flawless legal status. Never before had any issue been raised against my husband and Attorney Manilla was able to get right to the heart of the legal matter and resolve it efficiently and without stress for our family. One meeti...ng with this attorney made me secure and enabled me to resume my normal life and not to worry nor obsess about the future outcome. Mr. Manilla represented not only my husband but he was also in fact representing me and our family’s future. I hold this attorney and his ethics in the highest regard.

Posted by matthew | September 03, 2009 | DUI & DWI

Attorney David Manilla: EXPERT DUI LAWYER

My experiences with Mr. David Manilla have been extremely positive and I am confident in his abilities to help me face my DUI charge. Mr. Manilla is extremely experienced and knowledgeable on DUI cases and I am more than confident that we will have a positive outcome with my case. Mr. Manilla has the... unique ability to explain details very clearly and explain all available options. Mr. Manilla goes above and beyond what one would expect from an attorney and he has always listened to my concerns and has set optimistic expectations for the final outcome. He is patient, reliable, and very trustworthy. Additionally, I have been very impressed with his tactics, strategy, demeanor and work ethic. Mr. Manilla’s experience with DUI cases provides him with an exceptional skill set and aptitude to handle my case with assurance and drive that I could not find anywhere else. Mr. Manilla is result’s oriented and will do whatever he can to help me have a bright future. Overall, I highly recommened

Posted by anonymous | September 03, 2009 | DUI & DWI

A Truly Great Lawyer

As a fellow attorney and as a client of David Manilla, I can say first hand that he is a highly skilled and experienced attorney who takes care to ensure that his clients receive the best possible defense available. He counseled me through a very stressful and unfortunate ordeal and provided me with... the best legal advice I could have obtained anywhere. His thorough knowledge of the law and his ability to grasp the important facts that can make a difference in a case is what truly impressed me about Mr. Manilla. He is one of the most intelligent and well informed attorney’s in the area of DUI law I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. I don’t think you can find a better DUI attorney than David Manilla

Posted by Eric | August 18, 2009 | Criminal Defense

Phenomenal

Great lawyer. Phenomenal knowledge of everything. He will not sugar coat anything for you and he will let you know what you're up against and what your REAL options are. I would recommend him to anyone. He took my case, which looked to be a lost cause, and turned it around completely because of hi...s unsurpassed knowledge of DUI law & defense. Again, PHENOMENAL He won't BS you, and I'm not either.

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David Michael Manilla's Lawyer Endorsements

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Todd La Neve

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known David Manilla from the national seminar circuit and through the National College for DUI Defense for many years and can unhesitatingly say that he is one of PA's best DUI attorneys. In the Philadelphia area, there is not another attorney to whom I would make a referral, or to whom I would entrust my own legal matters if I was in need. David is a dogged fighter who will not give up on a client. I highly recommend him."

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Alexander Henderson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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John Heffernan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. As a fellow attorney and as a client of David Manilla, I can say first hand that he is a highly skilled and experienced attorney who takes care to ensure that his clients receive the best possible defense available. He counseled me through a very stressful and unfortunate ordeal and provided me with the best legal advice I could have obtained anywhere. His thorough knowledge of the law and his ability to grasp the important facts that can make a difference in a case is what truly impressed me about Mr. Manilla. He is one of the most intelligent and well informed attorney’s in the area of DUI law I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. I don’t think you can find a better DUI attorney than David Manilla."

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Eric Gotwalt

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Other

"I have practiced law in Savannah since 1995. I was referred to David Manilla by a highly respected colleague after a close relative was charged with a serious traffic violation in Montgomery County. David handled the case with a high degree of professionalism and knowledge. The case was resolved favorably and we were very satisfied with David's representation."

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Michael Sherman

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer's work. David Manilla is a gifted DUI defense attorney. David goes the extra mile by attending national seminars on DUI related topics so that he can be well versed in all aspects DUI law. David’s clients are well served by his representation. Michael Steven Sherman, www.thego2guy4dui.com."

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William Head

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Other

"David has diligently worked for clients charged with DUI for over 15 years. I have attended dozens of advanced level programs on DUI training (defense-oriented) where he was present (or even speaking) in order to be as well prepared and knowledgeable as anyone in Pennsylvania. Any accused citizen would be hard pressed to find a more zealous advocate than David. William C. Head www.GeorgiaCriminalDefense.com Atlanta, GA"

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Frank Murphy

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I am aware of David's reputation for aggressively handling DUI cases."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2011.

Disbarment issued in PA, 2011

updated on 11/24/2011

Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the Pennsylvania State Bar to understand the reasons for disbarment.

Work Experience

1991 - 1995

Public Defender, Criminal Defense Attorney, Office of the Public Defender, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

1991 - 1991

Assistant District Attorney, Office of the District Attorney, Bucks County, Pennsylvania

Associations

2006 - Present

DataMaster

Owner and Technician

2006 - Present

Worcester Township

Auditor

2001 - Present

American Association for Advancement of Science

Member

1998 - Present

Forensic Associates, Inc.

1998 - Present

American Legal Education, Inc.

1998 - Present

American Association of Forensic Science

1997 - Present

NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)

Certified Instructor in Standardized FST Procedures

1996 - Present

National College of Drunk Driving Defense

Sustaining Member, Former State Delegate

1995 - Present

International Association of Chemical Testers (IACT)

Member

1994 - Present

Academy of Forensic Science

1993 - Present

Pennsylvania Criminal Law Section

Member

1992 - Present

Criminal Defense Association

Member

1992 - Present

American Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1992 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (PACDL)

Member

1991 - Present

Montgomery Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

National Medical Services (NMS) (forensic laboratory)

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth vs. Storer

Case Dismissed At Preliminary Hearing

Commonwealth vs. Newsome

All Charges Dismissed At Preliminary Hearing

Commonwealth vs. Jordon

All Charges Dismissed At Preliminary Hearing

Commonwealth vs. McCole

Successful Plea

Commonwealth Dept. of Transportation vs. McGee

Finding of Not Guilty (Bench Trial)

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Education

1991

Villanova University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1983

Ursinus College

Bachelors of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2006

Strategies in Handling DWI and DUI Cases

Chemical Testing: How to Request, Secure, and Argue Blood Testing from Forensic Laboratories

2004

Presentation to National Medical Services, Inc.

Chain of Custody: From Blood Draw to Laboratory

2004

(NACDL)

Defending Drinking Drivers

2003

Presentation to National Medical Services, Inc.

Drug Recognition

2003

Patrol Officer Continuing Education Seminar - Abington Township Police Department

Cross Examination

2002

National College of Drunk Driving Defense, Winter Session

Breath, Blood, Urine Analysis

2001

Presentation to National Medical Services, Inc.

Breath, Blood, Urine Analysis & Drug Recognition

2001

National College of Drunk Driving Defense, Summer Session

Field Sobriety Testing

N/A

Handling DUI Cases

Chemical Testing Analysis, Field Sobriety Testing, Drug Recognition

Languages

Italian

Spanish

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