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Biography
David Scoggins was born in Dallas, Texas in 1954 and has been a lifelong Texan. He graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government in 1976 and thereafter graduated from Texas Tech University School of Law with a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree. ( Is this a great country or what? You graduate from State supported universities with a degree in Government and Law and spend the next 35 years of your legal career fighting the government. Only a great nation would have such confidence in the rule of law and justice!).
He immediately obtained his license to practice law in Texas state courts from The Supreme Court of The State of Texas and shortly thereafter was licensed in the Federal Courts of the United States.
In 1981, David R. Scoggins commenced the practice of law in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and has resolved over 6,000 cases. He has represented citizens accused in Federal Courts in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee, typically on drug conspiracy and fraud cases.
He has also tried hundreds of jury trials in Felony and Misdemeanor courts in Texas. He has most often appeared at court in Dallas, Collin (McKinney) and Tarrant Counties (Fort Worth) with a significant docket in Denton, Rockwall, and Kaufman counties also. He has often been persuaded by clients to represent them in distant counties for significant cases such as murder, intoxication manslaughter, organized crime, healthcare fraud and drug conspiracy prosecutions.
David Scoggins is a Past Master of East Dallas Lodge 1200 and has served on the Jurisprudence Committee for the Grand Lodge of Texas.
David Scoggins is rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell (the highest level of professional excellence as determined by ratings from fellow Lawyers and Judges). He has been AV rated for more than a dozen years. He is also rated Superb by AVVO.
He continues to be excited by the opportunities and challenges of Law and the pure joy of being at that point in his career of almost always having more trial experience than his prosecutor opponent. He looks forward to immediately beginning to help you.
The Texas and Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer to Get You Through This! Freedom - Family - Results
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Federal Crime
35%
44 years
Criminal Defense
30%
45 years
DUI and DWI
25%
45 years
Juvenile Law
5%
45 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2017 2016
Licenses
Licensed in Texas for 44 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1981
No misconduct found
Location
David Scoggins, Attorney at Law
(214) 242-6979
Mobile
6060 N. Central Expressway, Suite 500, Dallas, TX, 75206
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David R. Scoggins's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 24 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Ana | March 4, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great person and attorney!
Mr. Scoggins is great. I have used his services multiple times and I only have good things to say. He always picks up his phone and tells you his opinion and what options may be available. This is so much better than having to talk to a paralegal and waiting and waiting for no response. He is so resp...
Posted by Marco | August 2, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
DWI Case
Mr. Scoggins was hired to represent me in a first time DWI case and on top of everything throughout the entire process. He was responsive and explained to me every step of the way how things were going to happen. He helped to greatly lessen my charges and I am extremely satisfied with his assistance....
Posted by anonymous | April 9, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Patient and willing to explain what was going on
Mr. Scoggins was very responsive and helpful. He answered the phone on a Sunday and explained simple concepts regarding how a criminal booking procedure works. He used simple terms to explain what was going on. He stayed in touch and answered any questions until the person was booked. He didn't rush ...
Posted by Darrell | April 3, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Conspiracy
To whom it may concern, we hired Mr. SCOGGINS, on a conspiracy case against our daughter, let me be perfectly clear, this guy went straight to work he didn't jack around, we were scared to death, but in his own little way , he calmed my family down, and to see him go up against the feds and hol...
Posted by Nick | February 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A great attorney!
Mr. Scoggins was diligent in pursuing justice in my case. He kept me informed promptly on developments, and kept in touch with the DAs office and the court. The case, which was based on allegations of spousal abuse in Collin County, was resolved successfully, with all charges dismissed.
David R. Scoggins's Lawyer Endorsements
"He is an amazing and creative trial lawyer. Sometimes creativity gets you places that the facts won't. He is a very effective advocate for his clients and I have learned a lot just by watching him. Best lawyer I know!"
"There are defense attorneys that whine and hope to get a good deal... and there are others that actually know the law and work a case to make sure that their clients get treated fairly in the justice system. David does not have to resort to whining because he understands the law, he researches defenses, he investigates facts... bottom line, he comes to court prepared to take care of his client. He is the apex of professional representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is an exceptional trial attorney who truly fights for every client. Many attorneys, myself included, have benefited greatly from his expertise and knowledge. There is no attorney I would recommend more than David."
"There's a lot to be said for a lawyer who is respected and admired by both his clients and his peers. David stands apart in the practice of law -- there's no better advocate to be found."
"Great lawyer. Well known and highly respected."
"I endorse this lawyer. David has mentored me as I started my practice. First of all, he is a straight up type of person. He is honest and dependable. As an attorney, he is brilliant. In my third year of my solo practice, he was co-counsel with me on a child sex-abuse case where my client was in law enforcement. Watching him in that trial was the best education I could ever hope to get. I admire him as an attorney but even more as a human. You cannot go wrong with David Scoggins."
"Mr. Scoggins has mentored me through many legal matters in my career. He is the most knowledgeable attorney that I know. He is dependable and has a wonderful attitude. He not only gets very favorable outcomes for his clients, but he is never too busy to mentor young lawyers. I am very proud to work with an attorney of this caliber."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have know David for many years. He is always well prepared and has a genuine concern for the welfare of his clients. He is a "lawyer's lawyer"."
"This lawyer is a true court house lawyer. He knows all of the ins and outs, as well as the law. He has been a great mentor and he still has many tricks up his sleeve when it comes to defending and standing up for citizens accused of crime. He is the hardest working lawyer I've ever met."
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Experience
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2023
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2022
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Client's Choice, Avvo
2016
Superb Rated Attorney - 9.7, Avvo
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2011
Rated AV Preeminent for 15 Years, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1981 - Present
Attorney, David R. Scoggins, Attorney at Law
1970 - 1978
Worked through school years in Line Haul Dispatch & Auto Ctr., Sears, Roebuck & Co. - Dallas & Austin
Associations
1995 - Present
Dallas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1995 - Present
Dallas Bar AssociationMember
1982 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember
1982 - Present
U.S. District Court- Northern District of TexasAdmitted to Practice
1981 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
Education
1981
Texas Tech University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
University of Texas, Austin
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
Spanish
English