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Posted by Dale | January 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Amazing lawyer!!! Would reccommend him to anyone!!

I want to start off by saying if you are looking for a DUI lawyer Doug Wilder is definitely the way to go!! I was stopped in Dallas county on a Saturday night. It was my first and only DUI and had been coming home from a car club meeting when I made an illegal right turn and was stopped by the office...r. I had had a few to drink earlier that night and had admitted that to the cop. Because my son was with me and he stated that, "I appeared intoxicated" he arrested me and charged me with a felony DUI with a minor. The next Monday I had called Doug's office to schedule a consultation. The office staff was very helpful during this entire process and helped me get everything set up to begin the long process of court hearings. Doug was very honest from the beginning about what he wanted me to do to get this dropped to a misdemeanor and get sentenced to the least possible outcome we could get it down to. He did not spare any information and informed me that I would have to do things I might not want to do such as AA every night, Alcohol breathing device (Soberlink), MADD classes, Alcohol Evaluation and so forth. I pushed through and did everything that he wanted me to do before my first court date and I was so glad I did! The judge was impressed that everything he was going to sentence me to on probation was already done he ended up dropping my felony DUI case with a minor all the way down to a class B misdemeanor and only 18 months probation. Seeing as I had already done EVERYTHING he was going to sentence me to again, thanks to Doug, I no longer had to do anything else other then check in with my PO once a month. It was a way easier process thanks to Mr. Wilder. I fought him some days with having to do AA every night but I honestly believe without his representation and me completing everything he wanted me to I was able to walk out of that court jumping for joy with what I got sentenced. I recommend Mr. Wilder to anyone needing any type of representation for a DUI!! He was amazing and I could not be more happy with him!!

Douglas Wilder

Replied last January 31, 2017

Thank you very much for taking the time to write the review & thank you for your recent referral! It was a pleasure assisting you guy and setting you up with the tools needed, to succeed from the beginning. This was definitely a team effort and that includes you and your family. Good luck with everything and please do not hesitate to call us in the future. - Doug Wilder

Posted by Danielle | January 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney

The Best in Dallas!

I found Doug, Rebecca, and Judy through Avvo. To say that they are life-savers would be a gross understatement. My husband had outstanding cash-only warrants for Dallas County totaling $6000.00 and every attorney I spoke to said that they couldn't help us and that we were basically screwed. I called ...Doug's office and spoke to Rebecca and my hope was renewed! Rebecca is AMAZING!!! She took all of our information and immediately set up an appointment to meet with Doug. Doug was confident and extremely knowledgeable. He said we were facing one of the worst courts in the county but that he would do everything in his power to help us. My husband was facing 2 DWI 2nds and an assault charge. His most recent DWI was with a BAC of .31! Doug was able to get the judge to reinstate his bonds without us having to pay the cash warrants. Rebecca always knew exactly what was going on every time I called (which was a ton because I was a nervous wreck :) ). She really makes you feel like you are their only client! Doug and Rebecca got my husband into the programs that helped him clearly see the mistakes he had made and when his court date came up this month, he had already completed all of the certifications that are required as part of probation. Doug was able to get the assault dropped, the old DWI closed as time passed and he got 20 months probation on the one with a .31 and only has to have the interlock for 9 months! Doug kept my husband out of jail, kept him from getting a felony DWI and saved our lives! My husband made some really poor choices years ago and needed help. Doug was compassionate, he never stopped fighting for us and got my husband the help he needed. So, if you are looking for an attorney in Dallas for a DWI, stop and call Doug's office. Rebecca or Judy will answer the phone and you will immediately see what I am talking about! They are the best in the business and you will be glad you called.

Douglas Wilder

Replied last January 31, 2017

Thank you very much for that awesome review. It was a pleasure assisting you guys and I know at some points, you might have even gotten a little upset with us because things don't move as quickly as they should, but we totally understand. Good luck with everything and please do not hesitate to call us in the future. Thanks! Rebecca

Posted by Jon | November 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Great attorney!!

I found Doug, Rebecca and Judy to be so amazing to work with at such a difficult time in my life. They genuinely are concerned about my situation and having me become a better person through the choices I have made. They put me in contact with people that can help get me on the path of sobriety. They... have all treated me like family and not the typical client. I have had other attorneys in the past that once they were paid off then they rushed you off their agenda. That WAS NOT the case with this firm!!! They are representing me to the very best of their ability and I couldn't be more appreciative of the efforts they are providing for my case. They have great communication and terrific technology on keeping me abreast to my status. Thanks Doug, Rebecca and Judy!! I can't thank you enough for the help you have provided me on your legal services.

Posted by J. | October 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Experience counts!

I was devastated when I was arrested for a DWI and took the search for a defense attorney very seriously. I did hours of research on Dallas DWI attorneys before interviewing about a dozen in person. After narrowing to just four, one attorney asked who else was in the mix- when I mentioned Doug's name..., this attorney said "well I'll be honest, Doug wins cases that I never thought were possible and if I were in your boat I'd pick him". I am sure glad I did. As a very career focused and driven person, I was sure that this event would ruin my chances at getting a highly competitive job or getting into a top grad program. I explained to him my situation, and my concerns and how any conviction for a DWI was just not in the cards for me. He reviewed my case and gave it to me straight the whole time which I greatly appreciated. Given the particulars associated with my arrest, as well as other medical factors, we came up with a plan to try and fight the charge. He warned me that this could take months or years, but that he truly believed this would lead to the best outcome. Over the nearly 2.5 years it took, I rarely felt like I wasn't in good hands. High office turnover made me nervous, the volume of posts to the electronic case management system was at times overwhelming, but Judy (his longtime paralegal) and Doug never made me feel like a random name on a client list. In the end, Doug worked his skill and his magic, and I plead to obstruction of a roadway. I have never been so grateful to have put my future in the hands of someone who could get the job done. Thank you Doug.

Posted by Steve | July 23, 2016 | Hired Attorney

Magician with Fairy Dust!

I hired Doug a few years ago after I read reviews that he was the best in Dallas for DWI cases. From the beginning to the end of the process Doug and his team were pinpoint on their decision making and guidance. Communication was clear and I know from time to time I asked a lot of questions, but he w...as always there to help : ) I followed his direction and the outcome blew my mind. There are other lawyers in DFW who can represent you in a DWI case, but if you want the best you need to call Doug! I'm not going to go into great detail about my case, but I will say when I thought there wasn't hope he found something and that attention to detail got me a very favorable outcome. There was an article written about him years ago that shows him with boxing gloves around his neck implying that he fights for his clients. It's sooooo true! I'm sure a lot of people read reviews and try to hire the cheapest lawyer with good reviews. Don't do it. If you want the best to the represent you call Doug. He is a Prize Fighter who will have your back and get you the best possible outcome. Thank you Doug for representing me and if you ever need anything I will gladly help!

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