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William David Burrows
also known as David Burrows
About William
Biography
Only lawyer in Texas to have received 3 NOT GUILTY jury verdicts (all DWI cases) in one week.
David is a graduate of Southern Methodist University - Phi Beta Kappa - and Baylor Law School. He is a frequent speaker on DWI issues and a sought-after lecturer across the State of Texas on all phases of the defense of DWI. His expertise and trial tactics have been proven in the court room. • Voted one of the Best Lawyers in Dallas by his peers in D Magazine! • 2015 PRESIDENT: TEXAS DWI LAWYERS ASSOCIATION • 2015 David Burrows Presents: DWI WINNING TACTICS • 2014 VICE PRESIDENT: TEXAS DWI DEFENSE LAWYERS ASSOCIATION • FACULTY MEMBER: TEXAS STATE BAR CLE EDUCATION PROGRAM 2014 • FACULTY MEMBER: CENTER FOR AMERICAN AND INTERNATIONAL LAW
Voted one of the Best Lawyers in Dallas - D Magazine!
Voted one of the Best Lawyers in Dallas - D Magazine!
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
DUI and DWI
100%
Fees and Rates
Awards
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Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 45 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1980
No misconduct found
Location
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100 North Central Expressway, Suite 805, Richardson, TX, 75080
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Posted by Bobby | January 15, 2026 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Highly Recommended
Attorney David came highly recommended from a Commissioner of Dallas County. When contacting David he eased the anxiety of having a CDL pending a DWI conviction. His thorough knowledge of handling DWI cases won me a dismissal. Thank you Mr Borrows for your dedication and commitment of keeping me info...
Posted by Daniel | October 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Great communicator and lawyer!
Hired to work on my DWI case. Has communicated every single week and kept me updated as well as being able to recommend a phenomenal lawyer for a different case he was unable to handle. Definitely settled my nerves about my case
Posted by Ryan | June 03, 2025 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Competent
Hands down the best legal representation I could’ve asked for. My DWI lawyer went above and beyond for me—got my interlock removed and even had my probation ended early. That kind of outcome doesn’t happen without serious skill and experience. They were clear, responsive, and truly fought for me. I...
Posted by Nick | September 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney
A straight forward and hard worker
David was very thorough and explained things to me in a way that was clear and concise while also being realistic and straightforward in all encounters, which was very appreciated. Highly recommend
Posted by Zaid | May 16, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Reasonable and honest
I hired David for my DWI out of Collin County. He’s usually working out of McKinney court house and have great relationships there. His fees are very reasonable, I ended up pleading guilty but the consequences were less severe. I also hired him to file for early termination of probation. I had a 6 ye...
William David Burrows's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. David Burrows is one of the best dwi lawyers in the Dallas area."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"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."
"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."
"David is an excellent DWI trial lawyer, who speaks frequently at seminars. Highly recommended."
"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
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 AssociationBoard Member
1980 - Present
Dallas Bar AssociationMember
2018 - 2019
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationBoard of Directors
2015 - 2015
Texas DWI Lawyers AssociationPresident
2014 - 2014
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationVice President
Sample of Legal Cases
Jury Trial: 0.23 Blood Test
Not Guilty
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