David Craig Sheldon

David Craig Sheldon

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Medina, OH
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Lawsuits & Disputes

669 W. Liberty Street, Medina, OH

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

4

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.

38 years | 100 cases

40%
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.

26 years | 100 cases

25%
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.

26 years | 100 cases

25%
Lawsuits and Disputes 10%

Civil litigation--consumer deceptive sales practices, breach of contract litigation, collection matters, lemon law

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 37 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1988

Active

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Location

Law Offices of David C. Sheldon

669 W. Liberty Street, Medina, OH, 44256

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David Craig Sheldon's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | December 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Very respected lawyer in Medina county

David is a very respected lawyer in Medina county. He knows the laws very well and will fight for a fair outcome. David doesn't sugar coat anything, he is honest and has great integrity. I would refer David to any of my friends.

Posted by anonymous | March 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

The attorney you want representing you!

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, a...nd 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.

Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Very Satisfied Client

I was referred to Dave by a friend with a serious driving ticket. Dave and his wife worked with the courts to resolve the case. It was Dave's knowledge of the law and procedures that convinced the prosecutor to drop the charge.

Posted by Caleb | December 08, 2014 | Criminal Defense

awesome lawyer

As a client of David Sheldon I was more then satisfied. He kept me informed and most of all calm with his knowledge of the law and gave me every option I could take with my offenses. He is a lawyer and very busy but his assistant is just as good at her job as Sheldon is. She makes sure if you need to... talk to Sheldon, that he makes time the next day to call you. All in all A+ services Mr Sheldon and thanks for everything you did.

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David Craig Sheldon's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Quillin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ivan Petrovic

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have observed David represent numerous clients, and he has always done an excellent job."

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Sarah Kovoor

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I find Attorney Sheldon to be a very competent, professional and polite attorney."

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Michael Callow

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Jeffrey Perry

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Michael Ash

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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Kendall Horween

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Sheldon is well read in the law and takes a personal approach to handling his clients' matters."

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Chris Carey

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is excellent lawyer: conscientious, thorough, and committed to his working for his clients."

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Jerome Seewald

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Jenkins

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joseph Condeni

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Michael Callow

Criminal defense lawyer

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Chris Carey

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Dennis DiMartino

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2026

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

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale Hubbell

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Owner, David C. Sheldon, Attorney

2000 - 2005

Associate, John Brooks Cameron & Assocs.

1996 - 2000

Assistant Prosecutor, Medina County Prosecutor Office

1988 - 1995

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office

Associations

2016 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2009 - Present

Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2005 - Present

Medina County Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

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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Education

1987

Cleveland State University

law

1983

Miami University of Ohio

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2011

Ohio Trial (Ohio Association for Justice) Physician's Duty To Assist Patient

Languages

English

Activity

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