William David Burrows

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William David Burrows

also known as David Burrows

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 45 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Richardson, TX
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI

100 North Central Expressway, Suite 805, Richardson, TX

About William

Biography

Voted one of the Best Lawyers in Dallas - D Magazine!

Voted one of the Best Lawyers in Dallas - D Magazine!

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 45 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1980

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

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100 North Central Expressway, Suite 805, Richardson, TX, 75080

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Posted by Weston | November 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Best DWI Lawyer

I had a lawyer for almost two years who kept postponing my Trial Date...until I found David. Within five months my charge of a DWI was dropped to a lesser charge, with one year of non-reporting probation. Walk into his office and you will immediately gain confidence. There were many thank you c...ards and dismissal letters along his hall that were from cases that he won. To make a long story short, David not only got my DWI dismissed but put me at ease. Great guy!

Posted by Marion | October 06, 2015 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

BEST LAWYER

I hired David for A DWI in Dallas County and he made a scary situation turn out positive. His knowledge of Texas statutes and ability to point out inconsistencies in the officer's statements and actions ultimately produced a not guilty verdict from the jury. He kept me informed of the status, liste...ned to me, and showed me how to prove I was not guilty of the charges as I already knew. If you need a lawyer that you knows will fight for you, David is your man.

Posted by Scott | July 22, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Exceptional Service

David Burrows was referred to me by an attorney who he had represented. He was personable and I felt so much better after our initial meeting. His service was superb. He kept me informed and educated during the entire process. I could not give a higher reccomendation of his level of service. It ...was also refreshing to see how well respected he is by his peers and courthouse staff. If you need DUI representation, he is your man.

Posted by anonymous | July 01, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Very pleased with his service. Impressed by his expertise.

I have had the unique experience of being a witness from both sides. David's reputation as a seasoned DWI attorney proceeds him. When I had the unfortunate experience of a negative encounter with law enforcement that resulted in my arrest, I turned to David for help and i'm so glad I did so. Dav...id is friendly and professional. He did not mislead me and was responsive to my needs. After consulting with David I elected to go to trial for the alleged offense. From the beginning of "Voir Dire" process at trial what was very clear to me was David's ability to relate to the Jurors. He clearly explained the law and their duty to it. David's examination of the state's witness was respectful and fair but firm. It effectively helped outline the reasonable doubt to the jury. His examination of me at trial effectively challenged the state's accusation and in conclusion helped facilitate justice. I was found not guilty. Thank you David.

Posted by anonymous | May 06, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Not Guilty (DWI blood case, Collin County)

Over a year ago I was pulled over for speeding and accused of DUI, alcohol. After an hour or questioning me and putting me through the field tests they took me to a hospital to take blood. (In Collin County they do not allow breathalyzer and only take blood.) My blood came back as a .089 Hearing abo...ut David through a friend, I talked with him and we discussed the fact that a 'not guilty' verdict in Collin is more difficult than in Dallas due to several factors: they won't reduce the charge, they take blood, and it is a very conservative area. Over the last year I have been in touch with David frequently, meeting with him (or his staff) on occasion, and they have always gone out of their way to make it easy for me since I work a day job. Often we met on Saturdays, and once his assistant walked out of a conference in Dallas to give me some paperwork. I was offered several plea deals by the prosecution, but turned them all down in favor of a jury trial. After turning down a deal for 4 days in jail and a minimal fine they finally asked if I would be willing to try the case in front of the judge only, without the jury. We took this option. Knowing the Prosecution would have their own blood work expert, we hired an expert named Dr. Wimbish. As a chemist and an individual who trains people in field sobriety tests he not only questioned the process of determining the blood alcohol, the likelihood of knowing my blood at the time I was pulled over and intimidated versus one hour later when they drew the blood, but more importantly he graded me from the video of the the field sobriety test with a passing score instead of failing. Between Dr. Wimbish and David Burrows they cast a reasonable doubt on the testing procedures, the margin of error in the bloodwork, and the officer's flawed scoring procedures. As a twist, the Police had found a receipt for three drinks in my wallet and kept using it against me during the case. Instead of David arguing it, which was the most likely tactic, he used the receipt to verify the time of my last drink, which allowed him to put forward the idea that my blood alcohol level may have been rising at the time I was pulled over, and it was likely I was not impaired until an hour later when they took the blood. The judge declared me "not guilty," which says all you need to know about David's skill as an attorney.

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William David Burrows's Lawyer Endorsements

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Randall Isenberg

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. David Burrows is one of the best dwi lawyers in the Dallas area."

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Mark Meisinger

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Lawrence Boyd

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked on cases with David Burrows since 1981. I have watched him perfect his skills until he is acknowledged by his peers as the expert in DWI jury selection. He has consistently won more DWI trials in a single year than most other lawyers win in an entire career. I urge anyone who is looking for a DWI attorney to go watch him in trial. He will probably have several cases set for trial on any given Monday morning. See for yourself."

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Gary Medlin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse David. I have learned a great deal from him and would heartily refer anyone to him. He is one of the most respected DWI attorneys in the nation."

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Everett Newton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is an excellent DWI trial lawyer, who speaks frequently at seminars. Highly recommended."

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David Finn

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. One of the best DWI defense lawyers in the state. Respected by prosecutors and judges."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Best Criminal Defense Attorney in Dallas, D Magazine

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Best Criminal Defense Attorney in Dallas, D Magazine

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Superior Achievement Award, Texas DWI Lawyers Association

2016

Lawyer of the Year, Texas DWI Lawyers Association

2016

Best of Dallas, D Magazine

2015

Client's Choice, Avvo

2014

Best Criminal Defense Attorney in Dallas, D Magazine

2012

Best Criminal Defense Attorney in Dallas, D Magazine

2011

Best Criminal Defense Attorney in Dallas, D Magazine

2005

Best DWI Attorney, Dallas Observer

Work Experience

1980 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorney, David Burrows Attorney at Law

Associations

2016 - Present

Texas DWI Lawyers Association

Board Member

1980 - Present

Dallas Bar Association

Member

2018 - 2019

Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

2015 - 2015

Texas DWI Lawyers Association

President

2014 - 2014

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Vice President

Sample of Legal Cases

Jury Trial: 0.23 Blood Test

Not Guilty

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Education

1980

Baylor University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

Southern Methodist University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

David Burrows Presents: DWI WINNING TACTICS

Burrows Method of DWI Voir Dire

2015

CENTER FOR AMERICAN AND INTERNATIONAL LAW

Dynamics of Jury Selection

2014

ARLINGTON

Jury Selection

Publications

2008

DVD Series DWI TRIAL CLIENT & WITNESS PREPARATION

2008

DVD Series VOIR DIRE

Languages

English

Spanish

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