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Mr. West, happily married to his wife Janna, and a father of four residing in west Cobb County, Georgia has strong ties to Atlanta and especially Cobb County.
Mr. West has been a resident of Cobb County since 1980; however, his mother's family are original settlers of West Cobb once owning a vast property in the Lost Mountain area. His relatives helped establish Midway Church on Dallas Highway and his family has deep roots to Cobb County dating back to the early 1800's.
Mr. West graduated from North Cobb High School in 1987 and went on to pursue a Political Sciene Degree from Berry College in Rome, GA. He was then accepted at Georgia State College of Law where he distinguished himself and graduated in 1991. He then began his criminal defense career with high-profile defense lawyer Bruce Harvey representing high-profile and celebrity clients over almost ten years. During this time Mr. West was featured in dozens of publications and appeared on numerous television shows including CNN. In 2003 Mr. West decided to open his own law firm dedicated to helping those who wanted the kind of representation only big-name lawyers could provide but at fees that regular clients could afford. He has served as a private criminal defense attorney for his entire legal career - fighting for the rights of those accused of crimes.
Mr. West is involved in numerous organizations including the Georgia Bar Association, the Cobb County Bar Association, the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws. He has also served on the Board of Directors of the Georgia Ballet. Mr. West is an avid Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United FC fan who enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, seeing movies and attending local cultural events.
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
90%
33 years
Appeals
10%
33 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2017
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 31 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
David West & Associates
(770) 422-2734
Fax
123 Church Street, Suite 220, Charmichael Building at Marietta Station, Marietta, GA, 30060-1948
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Online Presence
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David Shepherd West's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
24 Client Reviews
David Shepherd West's Lawyer Endorsements
"David West is one of those dedicated, hard-working talented lawyers that comes along once in a great while. If I were in trouble, he's the guy I'd call."
"Attorney David West works tirelessly on behalf of his clients to get the best result possible. He will travel across the state or country to assist a client. His dedication and use of inventive legal arguments bring great outcomes for his clients in all jurisdictions. David West is a true trial lawyer who fights for his clients and their rights. You are in very good hands when you hire David for your case."
"David is an outstanding lawyer. He is recognized in the legal community as one of the best criminal defense attorneys in Georgia. He is always well prepared in court and gets great results for his clients."
"What makes David one the best criminal defense lawyers in the country? His intelligence, charisma, and drive to succeed. He truly is a rare talent. When others would give up hope in a case, David just finds another way. He turns lemons into lemonade. If I needed a lawyer, David is the first person I would call."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"David West is a high-powered, creative, and zealous attorney. He gets results for his clients and will never back down from a fight. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"David is well known in the community for fighting drug cases and successfully arguing legal issues. He is a hardworking lawyer who is good at what he does, and he represents his clients very well. He is also a nice guy as well. I endorse him."
"David has a great reputation and experience in both state and federal criminal matters, including higher profile cases. In matters of Fourth Amendment search and seizure issues David has always been on the front lines of knowledge and imagination."
"David West is an experienced and highly skilled trial lawyer who is well regarded in the defense bar. I would not hesitate to endorse Mr. West for any criminal defense matter."
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Experience
Honors
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association
2005
Businessman of the Year Award, N.R.C.C
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Managing Partner, David West & Associates
2014 - 2014
Volunteer, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Clemency Project
2003 - 2004
Senior Attorney, Plichta & Associates
1994 - 2003
Associate, Law Offices Of Bruce S. Harvey
1994 - 1994
Associate, 1000 Lawyers for Justice
Associations
2015 - Present
Georgia C.A.R.E. ProjectBoard of Advisors
2009 - Present
National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana LawsLifetime Member
2006 - Present
National Association For The Reform of Marijuana LawsCommittee Member
2005 - Present
Cobb County Bar AssociationMember
2005 - Present
Marietta Business AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Georgia Association of Criminal Defense LawyersContributing Member
1995 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersLifetime Member
1994 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v Nicky Proctor
Charges Dismissed
Sheldon Mitchell v. State
Conviction reversed
State v. Raymundo Stone
Probation and removal from sex offender registry
State v. Mario Griffin
Not Guilty Verdict following jury trial
State v. Denzel Dudley
Not Guilty Verdict following jury trial
State v. Erin Hansen
Case Dismissed
Murphy v. State
Reversed conviction
Education
1994
Georgia State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Berry College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Ties and Tie Dyes Atlanta
Marijuana Legalization
2011
Boy Scouts of America Troop 540
Criminal Justice
N/A
Model United Nations National Conference
World Issues
Publications
2012
Associated Press
Ex-volunteer firefighter indicted on arson charges
2009
Atlanta Journal Constitution
Lawyer Wants Troopers Treated Like Dogs
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides