Law Offices of David C. Sheldon669 W. Liberty StreetMedina, OH, 44256United States (330) 723-8788

David Craig Sheldon

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Medina, OH
Licensed for 34 years
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David Craig Sheldon

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About David

I have dedicated my career to helping both the injured and the accused. My thirty years of experience encompasses work as a plaintiff's attorney for Cleveland personal injury firms (Stuart I. Garson, Jones Day Reavis & Pogue, and Smith & Condeni) and a Medina injury firm (John Cameron & Associates). I learned how to try criminal cases as a prosecutor at the busiest county prosecutor's office in the state, the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office. I served as a prosecutor in Cuyahoga and Medina Counties. The Law Office of David C. Sheldon, established in 2005, has been helping clients obtain fair and reasonable compensation for their injuries and defending the rights of the accused in traffic, misdemeanor and felony matters. I have won cases for personal injury and criminal clients in municipal and common pleas courts, courts of appeals and the Ohio Supreme Court.

As an experienced trial attorney, you will have a dedicated, zealous, tenacious advocate on your side who will always place your best interest first.

I am available to help you with your legal needs, day and night.

Practice areas

Personal injury: 40%
I started my career in personal injury when I clerked for Stuart I. Garson & Associates in law school. I continued representing clients in injury cases after law school in all areas, including auto accidents, products liability, premises liability, electrical accidents, truck accidents, slip and falls, medical malpractice, defective roadway and design, insurance, and liquor liability cases. My successes in this area can also be found in my Case Highlights.
34 years, 100 cases
Criminal defense: 25%
As a former assistant prosecuting attorney for 11 1/2 years, the transition to criminal defense work was a natural progression of my evolving experience. I continue defending clients accused of a myriad of offenses, including aggravated murder, sex offenses, felonious assault, aggravated robbery, aggravated burglary, kidnapping, theft, drug trafficking, domestic violence, RICO, conspiracy, and misdemeanor offenses, including traffic cases. My Case Highlights reveals many of my criminal cases.
22 years, 100 cases
DUI and DWI: 25%
I focus a great deal of my criminal defense on defending clients accused of OVI. I have become very successful in this area, and have developed a county-wide reputation of aggressive defense of these cases. Please see my Case Highlights for successes in this area.
22 years, 100 cases
Lawsuits and disputes: 10%
Civil litigation--consumer deceptive sales practices, breach of contract litigation, collection matters, lemon law

Languages spoken

English

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Law Offices of David C. Sheldon

669 W. Liberty Street
Medina, OH, 44256

Office (330) 723-8788

Website

http://www.davidcsheldonlaw.com/

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License

State	Status	Acquired	Updated
OH	Active	1988	05/08/2022

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Avvo Contributions

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Awards

Award name	Grantor	Date Granted
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2015
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale-Hubbell	2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated	Martindale Hubbell	2013

work experience

Title	Company name	Duration
Owner	David C. Sheldon, Attorney	2005 - Present
Associate	John Brooks Cameron & Assocs.	2000 - 2005
Assistant Prosecutor	Medina County Prosecutor Office	1996 - 2000
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney	Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office	1988 - 1995

associations

Association name	Position name	Duration
National College of DUI Defense	Member	2016 - Present
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers	Member	2009 - Present
Medina County Bar Association	Member	2005 - Present
Ohio State Bar Association	Member	2000 - Present

publications

Publication name	Title	Date
Ohio Trial (Ohio Association for Justice)	Physician's Duty To Assist Patient	2011

education

School name	Degree	Graduated
Cleveland State University	law	1987
Miami University of Ohio	BA - Bachelor of Arts	1983

legal cases

Case name	Outcome
State v. LS	OVI dismissed
Gerspacher v. Hornung	Settled for policy limits $250,000
Dills v. John Doe Chiropractor	Medical Malpractice Case settled for $237,500
Harrell v. John Doe Management Inc.	Negligent security case settled for $425,000.00
Bobby Greene v. United States of America, Dept. of Veterans Affairs	Settled for $725,000

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Reviews

5.0 stars4.8 (19)

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Thank You Attorney David Craig Sheldon And Staff!!

5.0 stars

Posted by John
September 8, 2018

Earlier this year I was pulled over by the Wadsworth Police Department for a routine traffic violation which eventually led to being handcuffed and arrested for OVI. Needless to say I was immediately very concerned regarding both my personal and professional future. After briefly considering an initial court appearance, in which I would simply plead guilty and move forward, I fortunately took the strong advise of someone who knows better and contacted highly recommended Attorney David Craig Sheldon. Attorney David Craig Sheldon introduced himself and got to know me during my initial consultation. He clearly communicated the law, his knowledge, experience, legal process that would be followed and expressed genuine personal concern for my situation which made me feel comfortable. I was immediately glad that I had contacted him and there was no doubt in my mind that he was committed to working in my best interest. To make a long story short, Attorney David Craig Sheldon reviewed every minute detail of my case including dash cam video. He continuously worked my case with the Court, kept me up to date and involved. Attorney David Craig Sheldon filed a Motion with supporting information with the Court asserting that my rights had been violated as a result of an illegal traffic stop. Attorney David Craig Sheldon represented me at Hearing and PROVED that in fact the Wadsworth Police Officer DID NOT have reasonable, articular suspicion to pull me over. My driving did not violate any traffic law that should have resulted in a traffic stop. Again, the Court found in my favor and ORDERED as such. My case was dismissed. Thank you Attorney David Craig Sheldon And Staff!

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Helped keep me at ease

5.0 stars

Posted by ADAM
August 3, 2018

David was very helpful every step of the way in the process. Extremely knowledgeable and experienced and helped put my mind at ease when I felt like there was little hope for a good outcome. Highly recommend.

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Hired attorney

Great attorney

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
May 15, 2021

Attorney Sheldon was courteous and helpful in my situation did exactly what he said would happen excellent job I would hire him again !

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Hired attorney

Highly recommended!

5.0 stars

Posted by Andrew
February 8, 2021

Great lawyer. Really cares about his clients and works hard for them in each and every case. Highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal services. Simply the best.

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Extremely helpful

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
May 8, 2018

I spent a night in jail for an alleged felony. Admittedly, I was acting like an idiot the night I was processed, but it was a wrong place wrong time type of situation. The fact remained, however, that in all likelihood, I was bound to have a felony on my record for a long time. David listened to my side of the story and fought hard for me in the prosecutors office. His expertise allowed me to avoid a court date and even have the record of my arrest sealed. The future I want for myself is steal feasible because of David Sheldon.

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Tops in Medina County

5.0 stars

Posted by Jim
January 18, 2017

I am an attorney in Medina and hired David to represent a relative in a criminal matter. (Our firm does not handle criminal matters.) He did a fine job and as a result I have referred many clients to him over the years. He is very professional and caring. I would recommend him to anyone needing criminal representation in Medina County.

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Excellent outcome

5.0 stars

Posted by Mike
January 15, 2017

In July, 2016 I was involved in a minor traffic accident in Berea OH. When the police arrived they found a bottle of prescription pills near my truck and arrested me for drug possession, OVI, obstruction of official business and 2 minor traffic charges. Because I had priors, a conviction on any one of these charges would’ve changed mine and my family’s life forever. I initially hired an attorney to represent me but after a week with him I began calling other lawyers to get their opinion. After 5 minutes of speaking with David Sheldon I knew he was much more knowledgeable in this arena and seemed more qualified to handle my defense. I released my original attorney and hired Mr. Sheldon. After explaining the facts of my case and after Mr. Sheldon’s own research he filed a compelling motion to have all of my charges dismissed. After 6 months of pre-trials the prosecutor conceded that she had no viable case and dismissed all charges against me. In the end I paid fines for 2 minor traffic citations. I can’t recommend Mr. Sheldon enough. It’s hard to put faith in a complete stranger in a situation like this, but during 6 anxiety filled months he assured me we were taking the right steps and he predicted a favorable outcome. Sincerely, Michael K. Northeast Ohio

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Hired attorney

Very Satisfied Client

5.0 stars

Posted by Marlene
April 25, 2016

I consider myself fortunate to have David C. Sheldon represent me. I was in Cleveland for a visit and received an OVI. I was scheduled to leave Ohio the following day with a court date scheduled a few days later. Thanks to my nephew’s wife who contacted Attorney Sheldon, he agreed to represent me. Attorney Sheldon was successful in having the charges reduced. Throughout the 6 month process, Attorney Sheldon handled everything for me without requiring me to travel to Cleveland for court hearings. He and his assistant, Joyce, were both very attentive to my needs and always promptly returned phone calls and responded to emails. I felt very comfortable knowing I was represented by such a professional, competent attorney. I highly recommend Attorney David C. Sheldon.

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The attorney you want representing you!

5.0 stars

Posted by anonymous
March 23, 2016

Mr. Sheldon represented me in a recent traffic case. From the moment I contacted him, on a Saturday afternoon by the way, he was nothing but professional and tenacious in understanding the exact details and circumstances of the case. From that first conversation I knew I found the right attorney, and that I should put my trust in him. My case was quite complex, and a lesser qualified attorney would have probably advised me to not fight the charge. However, from the moment it started Mr. Sheldon was upfront about the likelihood this would not be resolved short of a guilty plea without a trial. That proved to be true. Over the course of the case, I had quite a bit of interaction with Mr. Sheldon regarding planning my defense. In nearly all of these situations I spoke with Mr. Sheldon directly, not a member of his staff. He made the time to explain the intricacies of the case, what to expect, and how we would move through ever step. He encouraged me to be an active client in helping to plan our defensive strategies rather than dismissing my thoughts and opinions on how to proceed. It is often said that the greatest compliments come from those that see our work. I had the opportunity on multiple occasions to have other attorneys that know Mr. Sheldon's tell me just what a great trial attorney I had. One specific remark from another well respected attorney was that he is one of the best cross-examiners in the business. That statement could not be truer. Mr. Sheldon is an expert inside of the courtroom! Period! What's most important though is that he knows the law, and is a vigilant defender of due process. He mandates that his clients are dealt fairly and justly. He is not afraid to take on challenges, point out inconsistencies or errors and make the relevant arguments in pursuit of justice. Mr. Sheldon's dogged approach to fairly seeking justice for his clients in every aspect of pretrial and ultimately at jury trial are what make him an expert litigator and the one that you want representing you if you are ever in need of such services.

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Hired attorney

An excellent lawyer

5.0 stars

Posted by Nancy
January 27, 2016

Mr. Sheldon provided excellent guidance, professionalism and care in dealing with our minor child's case. His calm demeanor was very helpful, as we were extremely nervous in our first and hopefully last encounter with the court. He was excellent about communicating all necessary information before, during and after our case. I would highly recommend him.

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John Quillin, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 29, 2018
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Ivan Petrovic, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 9, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. I have observed David represent numerous clients, and he has always done an excellent job.

John Quillin, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 29, 2018
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Ivan Petrovic, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 9, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. I have observed David represent numerous clients, and he has always done an excellent job.

Sarah Kovoor, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 15, 2017
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I find Attorney Sheldon to be a very competent, professional and polite attorney.

Michael Callow, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 31, 2017
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Dave is an aggressive attorney who works hard for his clients. He has a lot of experience in personal injury cases and has a good track record of success in these cases.

Jeffrey Perry, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 9, 2016
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From Mr. Sheldon's contributions to Avvo users’ questions, he’s clearly a skilled and highly knowledgeable lawyer. Given his excellent advice, I recommend Mr. Sheldon to provide best-in-class legal guidance and representation.

Michael Ash, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 23, 2015
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I have known Dave for more than a decade and have always respected his work in the area of personal injury, so much so, that I have referred some of my clients to him when they experienced an accident and needed an attorney to protect them and fight for their interests. Outside the practice of law, David is also a good friend, father and family man who is trustworthy and honest.

Kendall Horween, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 12, 2015
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Mr. Sheldon is well read in the law and takes a personal approach to handling his clients' matters.

Chris Carey, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 7, 2015
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David is excellent lawyer: conscientious, thorough, and committed to his working for his clients.

Jerome Seewald, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 5, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

James Jenkins, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 4, 2015
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Joseph Condeni, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 4, 2015
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David is a skillful, talented and hardworking attorney. He maintains a professional demeanor while zealously advocating for his clients. I am pleased to endorse him.

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