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David Lee Windecher
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Biography
David Lee Windecher is a trailblazing criminal defense attorney, author, and activist in the social justice movement to end mass incarceration, reduce recidivism and redress racial inequity in the criminal justice system.
David was admitted to the Georgia Bar in 2012 and the Florida Bar in 2014. David is a member of the Georgia and Florida Court of Appeals, the Georgia and Florida Supreme Court, the Northern District of Georgia United States District Court and the American Bar Association. David graduated Summa Cum Laude from American Intercontinental University in 2005 and received his Juris Doctorate degree from John Marshall Law School in 2012.
David started his legal career as an intern with the Dekalb County District Attorney's Office, where he prosecuted misdemeanor and felony cases under the Third-Year Practice Act from May 2011 thru May 2012. While at the DeKalb County District Attorney's Office, David invested the majority of his time into prosecuting cases under Georgia's Criminal Street Gang Terrorism and Prevention Act. Prior to establishing the Windecher Firm, David was an Associate Attorney at the esteemed criminal defense firm of Arora & LaScala from November 2012 thru June 2015.
David specializes in record restriction (formerly termed expungement in Georgia) procedures, criminal defense (misdemeanors and felonies), DUI defense and juvenile law. In addition to his legal specialties, David is a continuing legal education (CLE) instructor on record restriction procedures. David is a frequent guest on local and national television programs, radio shows, and podcasts as an expert legal analyst.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
14 years | 200 cases
Expungement
35%
14 years | 50 cases
DUI and DWI
15%
14 years | 50 cases
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Licensed in Florida for 12 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Georgia for 13 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Location
Windecher Firm
75 West Wieuca Road, Northeast, Atlanta, GA, 30342
Windecher Firm
66 West Flagler Street, Suite 1000, Miami, FL, 33130
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Posted by Christine | January 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Beyond satisfied!
I highly recommend David! I recently made some pretty big mistakes that could of ripped me away from my little girl, I was terrified. From day one David motivated me and directed me on exactly what I needed to do to help my case. Anytime I had a question he was quick to respond and he was always ...
Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Phenomenal Lawyer
I hired David for my case & it was the best decision I made. He was incredibly professional & walked me through every step. I highly recommend hiring him.
Posted by Jenna | June 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney
The Best of the Best
I hired David as my lawyer in a criminal case that was massively overdue on it's ressolve. He was tentative, very personable and had a great sense of urgency. Extremely please with him. He communicated my options clearly, was at all times a professional, counselled me appropriately in my criminal cas...
Posted by Kenny | October 18, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer!
David did a great job for me, getting all of my tickets resolved without any points on my license. Awesome guy too. I would highly recommend David to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney.
Posted by Lori | September 10, 2013
My daughters traffic citation
David and his team did an excellent job taking care of my daughters citation. He went to court for her and took care of what would have been higher car insurance and points off her drivers license. The team communicated very well and we always new what was going on. I highly recommend David Windecher...
David Lee Windecher's Lawyer Endorsements
"David is a knowledgable, compassionate, dedicated attorney who gives his all in each case he undertakes. He is an outstanding advocate for his clients and I endorse him as the right attorney for your case."
"David is a very hard-working, intelligent lawyer. He knows the law, and he cares about getting results for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend David."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent attorney, legal commentator and author. You are in good hands with the man who made his story HISSTORY!"
"David is a superb attorney. When you have him on your side, your problems and issues become his top priority."
"Mr. Windecher is a respected attorney in the field of criminal defense. He is very knowledgable of the law and a tireless advocate. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse Mr. Windecher. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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"David is a consummate professional and zealous advocate for his clients."
"David's dedicated and determined to be the best. I highly endorse his services."
"David has a great legal mind and the dedication to go with it. I would not hesitate to recommend David to anyone with serious criminal charges."
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Experience
Honors
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Game Changer, WSBTV
2017
Progressive Changemaker - Criminal Justice, New Leaders Council of Atlanta
2015
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top 40 under 40, Georgia Trend Magazine
2015
Rising Star, Atlanta Magazine
2014
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Peer Mentor Of The Year, John Marshall Law School
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Member of the Board of Advisors, Georgia Justice Project
2015 - Present
Founder | Executive Director, Rehabilitation Enables Dreams, Inc.
2015 - Present
Managing Partner, Windecher Firm, LLC
2012 - 2015
Trial Attorney, Arora & LaScala
2011 - 2012
Head Representative for JMLS, Kaplan Bar Review
2011 - 2012
Legal Extern, Dekalb County District Attorney's Office
Associations
2013 - Present
Georgia Hispanic Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
Georgia Hispanic Chamber of CommerceMember
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Williams v. State
Nolle Prossed
State v. Garner
Nolle Prossed
State v. Garcia
Nolle Prossed
State v. Patel
Nolle Prossed
Education
2012
John Marshall Law School, Atlanta
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
American InterContinental University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Law School Orientation - John Marshall Law School
Code Of Student Responsibility
2011
Law School Orientation - John Marshall Law School
Code Of Student Responsibility
2010
Law School Orientation - John Marshall Law School
Code Of Student Responsibility
Publications
2015
2013
2013
2013
2013
2013
2013
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers