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 21 - 25 of 30 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2009 | Criminal Defense

David represented my son in under-age drinking charge

David represented my son in an underage drinking charge, at both District & Common Pleas hearings. He provided excellent information, guidance & representation in a difficult situation. As a parent, my main goal was protecting my child's future. A major benefit of David's representation was the ed...ucation my son received about how underage drinking could impact his future. David's knowledge of the science in his field is extensive. I feel that we had the best representation from the best in the field.

Posted by anonymous | January 29, 2009 | DUI & DWI

Client Review

The day I was arrested for a DUI six months ago was quite honestly the worst and most embarrasing day of my life. I didn't know then how much this was going to affect me both personally and professionally. I was literally overcome with guilt and all of the emotions that accompany such a traumatic... event. At the time, I couldn't imagine how I would possibly recover from this terrible ordeal. That changed the day I was referred to David Manilla. From day 1, I would like to think that David did his best to 'treat the patient, not the disease.' Notwithstanding David's compassion for his clients and dedication to his craft, David's professionalism and acute knowlege of the law quickly gained my trust and my respect. He advised me, counseled me, and helped me regain order and balance in my life. Am I happy with the outcome of this relationship? You bet I am. He saved my life. I would never seek legal counsel from anyone else. David is not only my lawyer - he is a friend.

Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2009 | Business

LIFE SAVER

IM A 30 YEAR OLD BUISNESS OWNER THAT HAD GOTTEN MYSELF INTO A SITUATION THAT COULD HAVE BEEN DEVASTATING FOR ME, AT A PROFESSIONAL AND A PERSONAL LEVEL. I COULD HAVE LOST MY BUISNESS AND MY LIVELIHOOD. BUT DUE TO MR. MANILLA'S KNOWLEDGE OF HIS FEILD, HE COUNSELED ME TO FOLLOW HIS PROSEDURE AND THINGS... WILL WORK OUT. AND HE WAS ABSOLUTELY RIGHT! HE IS A REAL PROFESSIONAL AT WHAT HE DOES. HE SAVED MY LIFE. AND I WOULD RECOMMEND HIM TO ANYONE. THANK YOU.

Posted by anonymous | November 03, 2008 | DUI & DWI

David Manilla - Sent From Heaven

I am very happy that I choose Mr. Manilla to represent me. I believe I had the best attorney for the particular issue I was facing. I feel that he tis truly a leader in the area of DIU defense. He appears very respected in the field and is very knowledgable which is needed by the person representi...ng you. He is honest and tells you exactly what to do and what to expect. It is not a plesant situation but Mr. Manilla will give you a realistic view of what to expect. I followed his advice to a tee because he had gained my trust and with him in my corner I felt I had the best chance for favorable outcome with the least amount of long term ramifications. That is exactly what I receieved. I learned a lesson, will pay my dues and thanks to Mr. Manilla my life can progress with this incident in the past.

Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2008 | DUI & DWI

Expert in his field. Outstanding professionalism. Excellent results

From the moment I started talking to David Manilla, I knew that I was in the presence of a consummate professional. He explained the law, my situation, and my options in clear legal context, succinctly and with great clarity. He turned out to be an excellent listener, and a first class advocate. I wa...s relieved and encouraged to find a lawyer like Mr. Manilla, who I came to learn would fight for me to the end. I also found his office staff to be helpful, courteous, and on top of all the paperwork and scheduling that goes along with a case. They made communication a pleasure. I am happy to be able to report that there were no surprises along the way, except perhaps the lengths that he went to in order to be there for me at every turn. I am very, very satisfied with the results of the engagement, and I unreservedly recommend Mr. Manilla to anyone who needs representation in a DUI case.

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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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