David Edward Clark

David Edward Clark

2.5
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lawrenceville, GA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

1755 North Brown Road, NW, Suite 200, Lawrenceville, GA

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Criminal Defense 100%

I handle serious drug cases involving complex search and seizure issues.

13 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 36 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 1989

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Clark & Towne, A Professional Corporation

1755 North Brown Road, NW, Suite 200, Lawrenceville, GA, 30043-8196

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David Edward Clark's Reviews

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2.5 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 17, 2013 | Cannabis Law

Two Thumbs Up!!!!!

My wife & I originally called Mr. Clark based on his affiliation with the NORML website. He is very knowledgeable regarding marijuana laws in our state. He kept us informed and assured, while being realistic about our available options. We feel he helped us through to the best possible resolution.... This is an attorney you want on your side.

Posted by David | January 31, 2011 | Drug Crime

A bullldog in the courtroom. A smart one.

My name is David. I'm a 26 year old licensed massage therapist, and I absolutely love my career for the smiles I can bring to a complete stranger's face, it truly is a blessing. I met Dave through another GA NORML legal member and haven't been sorry since. I was arrested after a Gwinnett county po...lice officer pulled my friend over for a "noise violation" when the radio wasn't even on. My friend happened to be black and I'm white, so this seems to be a common practice for Gwinnett officers to investigate "drug activity". I confessed to a small amount of marijuana on my person after the officer pulled me out of the vehicle for looking nervous. Even with my honesty and the measly 7 grams of the harmless love-giving plant we call cannabis, the officer decided I was worth criminal prosecution and I got a free ride to the Gwinnett County Jail. An amazingly knowledgeable man, Dave exposed the many indiscretions with my case to me and gave me hope. He kept me informed, while keeping me assured but realistic. David is everything that is right about our legal system and is a true defender of the people. In the end, even after a confession, David won my case at trial, and didn't fold under continued pressure from the prosecutor to plea out. He stayed the course with me and got my case dismissed, freeing me from a stressful legal situation that threatened my very livelihood over a simple misdemeanor drug possession. Thank you David, and I recommend this man to anyone who really wants a champion in their corner.

Posted by PJ | February 20, 2008 | Family

Client Review

I would not recommend David Edward Clark to a dog. He was not helpful, he made promises that did not even come close to happening. He had no idea what my case was about when we appeared in court. My case was a family law case, but he treated me as if he was representing a criminal. At the end of the ...1st & 2nd hearings. I was very confused and he turned to me each time and said, "I'm sorry that your case did not turn out better. Good luck". He acted as though he was afarid of the Judge. There was actually one time that I asked him if he was going to speak up on my behalf. My child support was reduced, even though my ex makes over $125k and I only make $28k. Go figure that! He just took my money, and the fees kept going up. Jerk.

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David Edward Clark's Lawyer Endorsements

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Douglas Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. David is well-versed in the ins and outs of criminal law in the State of Georgia and is a tenacious litigator in the courtroom. David is dedicated to each of his clients and fights hard to protect their rights. I highly recommend David Clark."

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Matthew Crosby

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Dave Clark has a brilliant legal mind. He is well respected in the legal community and achieves excellent results for his clients in the most difficult cases."

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W. Allen

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is a good advocate and a creative strategist. He is knowledgeable in the law, especially in search and seizure, an area of law very important in most drug trafficking issues. He has even published a book on drug searches that I have found helpful in crafting arguments for judges and juries."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Honors

1999

DUI Lawyer of the Year, Georgia DODD Group

Work Experience

1991 - Present

Attorney, Clark & Towne P.C.

2007 - 2008

Judge, Gwinnett County Magistrate Court

1998 - 1999

Associate Attorney, Boyce, Thompson, & O’Brien, P.C.

Associations

Gwinnett County Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

State Bar of Georgia

Member

American Trial Lawyers Association

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Atlanta Region

Criminal Defense Section of Gwinnett County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Suddeth v State

conviction reversed

Lindsey v. State

conviction reversed

Wilson v State

marijuana possession conviction reversed

Love v. State

conviction reversed

Izer v State

speeding conviction reversed

Holt v. State

obstruction conviction reversed.

Vogel v. Friends of Children

child returned

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Education

1989

University of Georgia School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1981

State University of New York

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2009

National College for DUI Defense

Lecturer National College for DUI Defense

1999

Georgia Indigent Defense Council

Continuing legal education seminars for Georgia lawyers 1999- 2010

1998

ICJE

Continuing legal education seminars for Georgia lawyers 1998- present

Publications

2000

Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Gwinnett Section Columnist

1999

Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Gwinnett Section Columnist

1998

Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Gwinnett Section Columnist

1997

Atlanta Journal-Contitution, Gwinnett Section Columnist
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