David R. Scoggins

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David R. Scoggins

also known as David Scoggins

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 44 years

Federal crime Lawyer at Dallas, TX
Practice Areas: Federal Crime, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

6060 N. Central Expressway, Suite 500, Dallas, TX

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About David

Biography

The Texas and Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer to Get You Through This! Freedom - Family - Results

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Federal Crime 35%

I have been licensed in the Federal Courts of the United States of America since 1982 and have represented citizens accused in Federal Courts in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee, typically on drug conspiracy and fraud prosecutions.

44 years

35%
Criminal Defense 30%

I commenced the practice of law in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in 1981 and have resolved over 6,000 cases. I have represented the citizen accused in hundreds of jury trials. Most often, I am at court in Dallas and Tarrant Counties and often in Collin, Denton, Rockwall and Kaufman Counties.

45 years

30%
DUI and DWI 25%

DWI defense has been a significant enjoyment in my law practice for 35 years. If you are a likable client and have a good on-the-police-car-dashboard video and a good intoxilyzer room video, you have a good chance to win, even if blood alcohol concentration testing is against you. Your first DWI needs to be evaluated closely for trial because, even if you try the case and lose, the punishment can be less than a plea bargain would accomplish. You need a lawyer that will stand up for you.

45 years

25%
Juvenile Law 5%

I have represented juveniles on delinquency cases in numerous counties in the Dallas-Fort Worth area and particularly appreciate the fact that the accused juvenile's parents get to sit at defense counsel's table with their child during juvenile delinquency jury trials. I have significant experience in Child Protective Service termination of parental rights litigation. Such cases are the most important that an attorney can be honored to fight. FREEDOM and FAMILY are the fights that matter.

45 years

5%
Personal Injury 5%

I am especially interested in personal injury litigation with significant wrongful injury and unique facts. I enjoy the cases that involve the principal involved as much as rightful compensation for undeserved suffering. Let's talk about it.

45 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017 2016
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 44 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1981

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

David Scoggins, Attorney at Law

6060 N. Central Expressway, Suite 500, Dallas, TX, 75206

scogginslaw.com/

David R. Scoggins's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Posted by Yolanda | March 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Dependable and knowledgeable attorney

Mr. Scoggins is a great attorney. He will always answer your call or text message, and he will explain everything in terms that you can understand and comprehend. Very helpful in many areas of the law.

Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer In Dallas

Beyond The Best Attorney For Hire, Detain entry, & Consulting. As My Attorney Mr.Scoggins Have Assisted Me Numerous Occasions and Have Dropped Felony Charges Down To Tickets That Was Later Dismissed. I Highly Recommended This 10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Attorney For Hire. He Will Help You Out oF Any Situ...ation. So When You Have A Criminal Problem He Is The One To Solve I. Thank You David -CJolly-

Posted by Trish | February 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

I would refer anyone facing criminal charges to Mr.Scoggins!

I talked to several attorneys before choosing Scoggins because I was facing several felony charges in two counties and I was obviously extremely scared about my future. The first time I talked to Mr.Scoggins I immediately felt at ease and not because he was sugar coating the severity of my crimes but... because he immediately started talking to me about possible solutions rather than trying to scare me about the possibility of going to prison, while the other well known Dallas attorneys seemed like they were trying to scare me into hiring them. He genuinely seemed concerned and even discussed careers I could go into if I were to be convicted. I immediately knew this was who I wanted to represent me. I was also surprised that he literally quoted me almost a third of what the other attorneys did. He answered all my questions and would meet me anytime to discuss my cases. Basically I started out with 7 drug related offenses and he got me probation.... I messed up a couple different times but he still gave several options to help me stay on probation.... He definitely goes above and beyond because at that point he had no obligation to do so. In the end I was still granted probation with 6 months rehab and of course I left and got another felony... so of course I rehired him to take care of that as well of course by this point the only option I had was another 6 month rehab with 3 or possibly 5 years probation or 2 years TDCJ ( which was completely my doing) . I choose to take my time and I do believe for the amount of charges I was facing I got off pretty well I went from 8 felonies to 4 because he got half of them dismissed. Now that it's said and done I believe spending 11 months in tdc prob saved my life and definitely changed me for the better. Mr.Scoggins is passionate about his career and very professional ,he tells it like it is,always answers phone emails and texts asap .... I felt like he actually cared about me as a client and he did everything he could to keep from going to prison and if I would have took his advice I wouldn't have ended up there. I hope I never need an attorney again but if I do He would be the one.

Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

A++++ Attorney

Mr Scoggins goes above and beyond that of what I have ever seen.I used him for a criminal defense case.He not only got me a deal.But now that I'm having trouble with the Probation department head is taking great care of that issue.Always returns calls if he isn't able to answer.

Posted by John Michael | December 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Federal Crime

A savior on Earth!

I got in a little bit of trouble with the federal government and mr. Scoggins saved my bacon in more ways than I can even begin to explain. David went above and beyond his duties as an attorney to do everything he could to save me from the clutches of the government. If you need a federal attorney lo...ok no further. Mr. Scoggins is the best lawyer and kind-hearted hard-working man I've ever known. Thank you David for everything you did for me. You are truly a blessing.

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David R. Scoggins's Lawyer Endorsements

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Yvie Scoggins-Gamez

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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!"

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Brandi Fernandez

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"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."

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Shea Baggett

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Adam Setliff

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

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David Traylor

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Great lawyer. Well known and highly respected."

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Efrain Sain

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Suzanne Stevens

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Cameron Gray

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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"."

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Dawna Kim

Criminal defense lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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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Shea Baggett

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David Traylor

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Suzanne Stevens

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Cameron Gray

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Efrain Sain

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Dawna Kim

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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 Association

Member

1995 - Present

Dallas Bar Association

Member

1982 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

1982 - Present

U.S. District Court- Northern District of Texas

Admitted to Practice

1981 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

Education

1981

Texas Tech University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

University of Texas, Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

Spanish

English

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