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 21 - 25 of 64 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Sai | April 10, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Clinical & Thorough

I hired him for a DUI defense and John was terrific since day one. He was honest and forthcoming about the implications and my chances to get the charge knocked off. He didn't let his reputation get in way of my best interests. He was willing to go the extra mile and always came through on his promis...es. He worked extremely well to get me an amazing deal. The judge herself was quite impressed with the deal John was able get for me. I would have loved for his office to be more proactive in client communication. Nevertheless, I strongly recommend John and wish him all the good luck.

John Gioffredi

Replied last April 10, 2018

I very much appreciate your kind review and we'll work on being more proactive in our client communications! Take care of yourself! - JMG

Posted by anonymous | June 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

I highly recommend John Gioffredi for DWI defense

Mr Gioffredi helped me through a very difficult time in my life with his knowledge of DWI law, his patience with me throughout, and his honesty and professionalism. I highly recommend Mr. Gioffredi should you need help with a DWI. Also, his assistant Trish was very helpful keeping me informed of the ...latest updates and documentation.

Posted by Gabby | January 27, 2017 | DUI & DWI

Highly Recommended

I had a first time DWI case >=0.15. Unfortunately, I was placed in the court with the worst judge I could have possibly gotten. John Gioffredi took my case, even though most lawyers would not take in clients with that particular judge. She wasted our time on numerous occasions and John went above and... beyond for me even missing important meetings to wait with me in her courtroom until she decided to return, or driving up to the courthouse during his busy days to get paperwork that she would forget to give to us or didn't know even existed. After a year and a half of dealing with this woman, John was able to get my case dismissed! He worked hard on my case and is extremely knowledgeable in DWI charges. He is straightforward and clearly explained the options I had each time I was in court. He is a great lawyer and I would recommend him to anyone facing this charge. Thank you John Gioffredi!!!

John Gioffredi

Replied last January 27, 2017

Hi, Gabby! I was wondering if you were ever going to give me a review! After all of that crap that we went thru to get your case dismissed - with that crazy judge - sheesh! I'm so glad that it finally worked out for you! Work hard in school and stay away from the criminal justice system, OK?

Posted by anonymous | December 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly Recommend This Attorney

I spoke with several Attorneys before selecting John to represent me in my DWI case. Unlike many reviewers I was unfortunately found guilty but received the best outcome for a guilty verdict. John is very passionate about his cases and is very experienced in what he does. His rates were actually... fair in comparison to the other Attorneys. Trish and the rest of the office were responsive, friendly and kept me in the loop. John provides much information about what to do and not to do, how the process works, what your options are, and what the timing and possible outcomes may be. I am a detailed person and this was very helpful to me in deciding how to proceed. I had unwisely submitted to all sobriety tests the police requested of me including field sobriety tests and breathalyzer tests and even answered all of their questions. Never will I do that again. Even though I felt the deck was stacked against me, John explained how he would challenge all of those things. It made sense and what stuck with me is that you have no chance to win if you don't take it to trial. It took a long time to get to trial and was very stressful but John and his office helped me to deal with it until the day finally came a little over two years later. At trial, John was a force to be reckoned with. He did an excellent job offering arguments to create doubt for all of the tests and testimony, including a high breathalyzer test result. I was amazed. John was great at countering my poor decision to take all of the tests. The end result was guilty but with no probation and minimum sentence. Lower than the deals the DA offered over the two years. I would still highly recommend John if you find yourself in a similar situation. Depending on the jury on your day in court, even the best case can be lost or the worst case can be won if you go to trial. I am convinced John gives you the best odds possible and at a reasonable rate and helps you through a difficult time of your life. Even the Judge spoke highly of him. I would not like to be on the prosecutions side of his cases. If I need legal advice in the future I will be contacting John again.

John Gioffredi

Replied last December 03, 2016

Thank you for your kind review! This client is a great guy and a real gentleman in every sense of the word. I really wanted to get him a not guilty verdict, but unfortunately was unable to do so. He was involved in an auto accident at an intersection within three blocks of his leaving a concert, and subsequently provided a breath test with a score of almost twice the legal limit. Although the jury found him guilty after about one hour of deliberations, we were able to get him an acceptable punishment of zero days in jail, no probation, no interlock requirement, and a low fine. Other than a not guilty verdict that's about the best you can do with a DWI conviction.

Posted by anonymous | November 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

THE Lawyer other Lawyers watch

I had to go through an agonizing multi-year case with the DA's office. Each time I showed up they teased a plea or held up a discovery. Gioffredi's office fought, prepared me for a plea AND a trial-- and I got a clean not guilty. You don't want a lawyer that sets you up for a plea. You want someo...ne that has 2 independent interns learning how to defend watching him work, and every defense attorney in town commenting during a recess, and judges knowing his reputation when he defends you. That's what I got. I knew I was innocent, and Mr. Gioffredi proved it. My case wasn't a slam dunk, and while I was waiting for the not guilty-- we were prepping a way to get no time and no fine on a conviction. Its a privilege to get a jury of your peers but its a blessing to be defended by the best. Mr. Gioffredi is on top of all phases of the court and he can win it in voir doir. I had a DA going for my throat and Gioffredi calmly reminded everyone to focus on reasonable doubt. I have my life back.

John Gioffredi

Replied last November 14, 2016

Thank you for the very kind review, Mr. C! You are indeed a talented wordsmith! It was my honor to work with you, and I'm sorry it took so long to get your justice. Let's get us a drink sometime and Uber home safely!

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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

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Clayton Smith

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Dana Palmer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Van Dyke

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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