John M. Gioffredi

John M. Gioffredi

also known as Gioffredi and Associates

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 44 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Dallas, TX
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

4131 North Central Expressway, Dallas, TX

About John

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 90%

Fighting DWIs isn't just my job - it's my passion! I have been defending Dallas area DWI cases with great success since 1987. I have defended well over 1,500 DWI cases during that time period. I have won over 300 Not Guilty verdicts over that period, and I have had over 200 DWI cases dismissed. I have spoken at several DWI defense seminars, and make it a point to help other lawyers improve their practice skills in order to better assist their clients.

40 years

90%
Criminal Defense 10%

I've defended hundreds of criminal cases from traffic tickets to assaults to drug cases to murder.

40 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 43 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1982

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Licensed in Iowa for 44 years

State: Iowa

Acquired: 1981

Suspended

No misconduct found

Location

Gioffredi and Associates

4131 North Central Expressway, Dallas, TX, 75204

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John M. Gioffredi's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

157 Client Reviews

Showing 76 - 80 of 157 reviews

Posted by Chris | October 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Very good lawyer!!

I recommend John to anyone in trouble, because John does his job and figths for you all the way.. John saved me from going back to prison and got the judge to give me probation.. Excellent Guy.. Thanks John for everything!

Posted by anonymous | September 03, 2015

John is the best!

John Gioffredi is an excellent lawyer. A one hour consultation with him is better than what my lawyer is able to offer in the course of a year. He is the best of the best! He cares about you and respects you the way he would respect a client even if you were only consulting him. He is professional, s...harp, and responsive. What else can you ask for?

Posted by Brian | July 28, 2015 | DUI & DWI

Great Representation

I hired John Gioffredi after being referred by a co-worker. I was facing my 2nd DWI charge and was very nervous about the situation I was facing. John's staff was very helpful and informative through the entire process. I was represented by counsel at the multiple court dates that did not actually... require by attendance, allowing me to avoid taking time off from work. John worked out the best possible plea deal for my situation, and did his best to get all the conditions I was asking for met. I was very pleased with the representation I received and would recommend John to anyone needing legal services.

Posted by Stacy | June 23, 2015

AWESOME ATTORNEY!!!

AWESOME ATTORNEY! Straight forward. Straight shooter! No nonsense get it done! They handle the stress! I appreciate Mr. giofreddi's hard work on my behalf!

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

Not going down w/o a fight!

I spoke with John on my first DWI case and at the time his rates were a little more than I wanted to pay, looking back I should have paid the money and had John in my corner. So on my second offense I did hire John, unfortunately I did not take the advise he previously offered and I was tricked into... blowing at the car as the officer said it was not admissible in court (the result was not the video was). So after a lengthy wait the date finally came I had 2 friends there to provide character witness statements if necessary. Not only did he WOW me with his ability to work the courtroom and the witnesses I still hear from my friends how much he impressed them. I did end up with a guilty charge after the Jury deliberated for 3.5 hours and the fault was not on John but on me for blowing at the car when i was arrested. I did 45 days work release in Collin County and a $2,500 fine, no license suspension, no classes or breathalyzer, or anything else one would normally expect for a 2nd DWI. I would strongly recommend hiring John to represent you and also pass along all of his advise to friends and even strangers on the street. It could prevent you and your friends from ending up in my shoes. I am now fighting my 3rd DWI with John in my corner, it will be an uphill battle but I know I can trust on John to be there till the end. If there is any way to prevent this Felony charge going on my record I know John will find it! Upon receiving my 3rd charge I received many flyers in the mail from other law offices and after calling around I told them I was using John Gioffredi all 3 attorney's told me I had chosen well that John was one of the best! Was even told if I had John representing me I didn't need to look any further!

John Gioffredi

Replied last May 06, 2015

Following up on John's earlier comments: Here we are more than three years later. FINALLY, after winning a motion to suppress his blood test, having the State appeal that, and having the appellate court confirm the suppression ruling, finally we had the trial yesterday. Not Guilty on John's DWI 3rd, in no small part because of getting his 0.18 blood test suppressed. I suspect that John will long remember yesterday's Cinco de Mayo! JMG 5-6-15

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John M. Gioffredi's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Aulbaugh

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"John is an exceptional attorney. His keen understanding of juries make him a formidable opponent and often results in exceptional verdicts for his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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David Traylor

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Friend

"John has been a winning DWI trial attorney for a very long time. He's innovative and brilliant and those traits serve his clients extremely well. He shares his legal knowledge freely with members of the defense bar. Everybody knows him and everybody knows he brings everything when he tries a case. Plus, he's got some of the best stories of cases he's won despite extraordinarily unfavorable circumstances. We've got some great attorneys in town but none better than Gio!"

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James Johnson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Amanda Branan

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 17

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Clayton Smith

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 03

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Price

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I had the opportunity to observe John in court for a two-day jury trial for his client charged with DWI. This was going to be an uphill battle for him, but he was very professional (but firm) with witnesses, and was able to persuade the jury to find his client not guilty. He is highly knowledgeable about Texas law, and a very gifted attorney!"

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Kimberly Elkjer

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John and his associates are very knowledgeable, professional and affordable attorneys. I refer all my clients with traffic tickets to them."

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Everett Newton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is an excellent DWI attorney."

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Paul Saputo

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is a terrific attorney and a leader in the community. He is passionate about his work and his clients. I'm proud he's a lawyer in the Dallas bar."

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Suzanne Stevens

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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C.H. "Hank" Judin

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"One of the best in Dallas."

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Efrain Sain

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is a top DWI attorney in this area. He knows his stuff, is willing to fight any case no matter how difficult it appears, and is very personable with juries. I am glad to know John and do highly endorse him."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Gary Churak

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is well versed in Texas criminal law and procedure"

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Niles Illich

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 27

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dana Palmer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 09

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Van Dyke

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Gray

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I can enthusiastically endorse John Gioffredi for anyone needing a great DWI lawyer. He is one of the very best DWI lawyers I have ever seen in action. He has taught his proven techniques to the rest of the legal community for years to help us all become better lawyers. He is a must have for any legal seminar or DWI dream team. I doubt there is one lawyer who does not incorporate something they have learned from him in their jury selection or trial presentation. They might not even know they are doing so because so many people have passed on what they learned from John. Solid choice for your DWI lawyer."

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Leslie Barrows

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 17

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"I endorse this lawyer. He obtains favorable results for his clients accused of crimes."

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Paul Wright

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Oct 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

2014 Best Lawyers in Dallas, D Magazine

2009

Top Personal Lawyers In Dallas May 2009, D Magazine

Work Experience

1985 - Present

Owner, John Gioffredi and Associates

Associations

2008 - Present

Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

1982 - Present

Texas State Bar

Dallas Bar Association

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2014 - 2014

Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

President

Sample of Legal Cases

First jury trial since Covid shut down

Not Gulity

DWI 1st Offense

Guilty Verdict - one weekend in jail

Vehicular Manslaughter

Not Guilty of all charges

State v N.C. (name withheld)

Motion to Suppress Granted, Case Dismissed

State v TS (confidential)

Not Guilty Verdict

State v SB

6 1/2 hour Not Guilty on 0.20 breath test DWI

State v. EB (Name Confidential)

Not Guilty by Jury Determination of Illegal Stop

State v. RO (Confidential)

0.20 breath test DWI with accident - Dismissed

State v. Felix N.

$100 fine, no probation

State v K.P.

DWI case dismissed December 17, 2008

State v JW (confidential)

18 minute not guilty verdict

State v Mark C.

Not Guilty Jury Verdict

State v Roger H.

Not Guilty Verdict

State v Blake T.

One Guilty Verdict, One Not Guilty Verdict

State v JM

guilty verdict, good sentence

State v P.C. (confidential)

DWI Case Dismissed

State v N.P.

Case Dismissed

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Education

1981

Creighton University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

Iowa State University of Science & Tech, Ames, Iowa

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2011

Monthly CLE Meeting

Speedy Trial Litigation

2011

DCDLA Monthly Meeting Speedy Trial Motions and Strategy

2011

DCDLA Monthly CLE

Jury Punishment

2010

Responsible Choices for Students

Students making responsible decisions

2010

DCDLA Monthly CLE

Understanding Breath Alcohol Concentrations (BACs)

2008

Understanding DWI Sobriety Tests

Understanding and Attacking DWI Sobriety Tests

2008

Prairie Dog Seminar

Attacking DWI Sobriety Tests

2007

Voir DIre (Jury Selection) Seminar

Jury Selection in a DWI Case

2007

Defending DWI Breath Tests

Defending DWI Breath Test Cases

Publications

2015

Dallas Bar Association Headnotes Magazine DWI Arrests: When can the police take your blood against your will?

Languages

English

Spanish

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