When I was initially charged with Domestic Violence I was terrified because my life was on the line and while looking online I read a great review on a criminal defense attorney on the website so I called the and spoke with the staff and felt comfortable knowing that I would meet with Shawn Shukumar... that works under David Benowitz. He was very willing to work with my budget. After signing we were in constant communication especially because we had only 2 1/2 weeks. Today went to court and I was frustrated because the trial was running late and I was afraid of having another continuance. Shawn presented himself very professionally and pulled out all his cards and today to excitement and relief this is over and I was found Not Guilty. I am very happy with my choice. AMEN!

My daughter was charged with drving under the influence in DC. A friend of the family referred us to David Benowitz as one of the best DUI lawyers in Washington, DC. We called David and he took the case. I was worried because my daughter blew an extremely high BAC. The mandatory sentence was five... days in jail plus fines. David, being the subject matter expert, was able to lower the punishment to 1year of Youth Act Supervised Probation, which allowed the case to be removed after the probation was completed. David did an exceptional job handling her case, keeping us informed of all new developments.. Even better, David managed to have the entire probation thrown out 8 months early her conviction was thrown out entirely.

As a highly regarded person in Washington, DC, I was faced with a very serious sexual assault accusation that was eventually dismissed by a grand jury. Due to the nature of the accusation, I met with a number of law firms, including the firm that I used for years. Initially, I hired the firm I had ...used previously for business because they had a large criminal defense practice in Maryland and DC. The woman I hired was a high profile former prosecutor. Dissatisfied with her work, I discussed the case with a friend who recommended that I speak David. Within minutes after meeting with David, I called and dismissed my previous law firm. They just didn't grasp my feelings or understand my case (they didn't really listen to me). They only cared about retainer fees and providing information to a paralegal. David provided me with a very good understanding of the process so that I could close my eyes and sleep at night. The horror of being wrongly accused of any heinous act eats away at you. And, David acted more as a friend than a lawyer. He is trustworthy and dependable. As my friends were pulled in front of a grand jury to testify. David helped me to remain calm and collected. In the end, I was never arrested or charged as the allegations proved completely false. In any regard, I would never hire anyone else but David to represent me in DC. Thank you David.

I was charged with Carrying a Pistol Without a License and Felony Possession of a Firearm. The charges said that I knew the weapon was in the car, but that absolutely untrue. I tried to tell the police the truth but they wouldn't listen to me or believe my story. I was facing the possibility of a m...ajor punishment. I met David while I was held for pre-trial and met with as soon as was released. I thought David was very professional, knowledgeable and competent. As the case proceeded, he would call me whenever he got new information or research to let me know where we stood. I was going to have to stay around to wait for a trial, but David managed to get the trial date converted to status hearing, allowing me to go home to wait for the case to be handled.. Eventually, the government dismissed the charges. When he first told me, I was absolutely ecstatic. David never let down his professionalism and never gave up.