David Thomas Alvarez

David Thomas Alvarez

4.5
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Coral Gables, FL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, White Collar Crime, Litigation

4000 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Suite 470, Coral Gables, FL

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Biography

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Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 31 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1994

Member in Good Standing

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Location

Alvarez Law, L.L.C.

4000 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Suite 470, Coral Gables, FL, 33146

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David Thomas Alvarez's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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Posted by Zamora | June 29, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

3rd time hiring Attorney

I hired 2 attorneys prior to hiring Attorney David Alvarez. I was very pleased when he agreed to take on my case. He had a different perspective than the previous lawyers. I liked the way he felt confident and analyzed my case untimely resulted in a great result for me and Settled my case in less t...ime than I thought.

Posted by Francis | January 06, 2014 | Foreclosure

Very happy they saved my home

After numerous failed attempts at modifying my mortgage and facing foreclosure. I was skeptical on giving my case to an attorney hearing horror stories from people. A co worker convinced me to see an attorney, so I did. I must say It was a long 2 year process but, the results exceeded my expectati...ons. It was exactly what I was trying to attempt and never was able too. My advise find an attorney and STAFF who know what their doing and will fight for your best interest.

Posted by Ramirez, J | June 26, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Med Frd case

I don't want to list the details of my case, but I had a great out come on my case with Attorney David Alvarez. I knew my case was not easy but the right attorney was going to fight for me and get me the best result. He did say it was going to be lengthy to be able to get the best result. I was patie...nt and he worked out for me. I was facing some serious consequences. The only thing he is expensive. Your life doesn't have a price, that's what I say!

Posted by anonymous | December 01, 2011 | Criminal Defense

Good Results

I used David Alvarez's service in the past year, he never gave me or my wife false hopes on my criminal case. His knowledge in the field gave me the sense of security and trust in him. He was very informative at all times on what my options would be. I was very pleased with the outcome of my case. ...I have recommended him to a friend and he also was very pleased with his representation.

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2018

10 Best Attorneys, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

1990

Criminal Procedure, Highest GPA, Thurgood Marshall School of Law

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Managing Partner, Alvarez Law, LLC

1999 - 2001

Felony Division Supervisor, Broward State Attorney's Office

1997 - 1999

Assistant Statewide Prosecutor, Office of Statewide Prosecution

1996 - 1997

Assistant State Attorney, Palm Beach County State Attorney's Office

1994 - 1996

Assistant State Attorney, Monroe County State Attorney

1990 - 1992

Legal Intern, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Associations

2015 - Present

Bringing Them Home Foundation

Attorney

2005 - Present

Latin Business Club of America

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Federal Drug Case

Case dismissed

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Education

1990

Texas Southern University

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Florida State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2003

Evidence Conference

Evidence

N/A

Lynn University Law Seminar

Health Care Fraud

Publications

2015

After an “extensive investigation,” State Attorney Katherine Fernandez-Rundle announced last week that Officer Jorge Mercado was “legally justified in his use of force” in the Taser death of Israel Hernandez and he will not be charged. Taser's and Excessive Force

Languages

Spanish

Activity

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