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David P. Cunningham

Licensed for 43 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Juvenile

2814 Hamilton St, Houston, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 43 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1982

Eligible to Practice in Texas

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Law Offices of David P. Cunningham

2814 Hamilton St, Houston, TX, 77004-1232

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David P. Cunningham's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

94 Client Reviews

Showing 51 - 55 of 94 reviews

Posted by anonymous | August 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Greatest attorney to have on your side

Mr. Cunningham was beyond great in my brother’s case. It was a very rough and scary time in our lives. He was there through every step and guided us. He took his time to actually know my brother and studied the case well. He’s not just here to take your money like other attorneys. He’s going for the ...WIN! It was a lengthy case but we WON. Thanks to Mr. Cunningham. I don’t think we could have done it without him. I will recommend him every time. He is who you want to fight for you!

Posted by anonymous | August 06, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Extraordinary Work

David worked on a case for a very close family member. He did beyond what we could expect from an attorney. His hard work and dedication worked in our favor. He facilitated the difficulty that comes with being involved in a legal case. My family is very thankful.

Posted by anonymous | July 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Vast knowledge of the legal system. Would definitely use him again.

David took on my (pretty dicey) case with confidence. From our first consultation to the verdict, he thoroughly explained all of my options, and what their implications would be. In the end, his guidance led to a dismissal of my case. Without him, I would have been left with a criminal record. I ...would HIGHLY recommend David to anyone in need of legal counsel.

Posted by anonymous | June 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Withdrawal of a previous review.

Mr. Cunningham have been very helpful and caring towards me and this really bad situation I put myself in. He is kind and always responds to my calls and emails in a timely manner. He is a great lawyer.

Posted by Jeffrey | September 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

This man changed my life for the better in more ways than words can describe.

I was refered to David by a close family member that had used him during a time in my life that was DEFINENTLY the hardest of my life. I had caught a Major case while in the throws of my aadiction. I was using drugs and hanging around people I shouldn't have been. I knew everything I thought and wasn...'t about to change. I thought I would just do what was handed down to me and just keep on with the life I was living. I wouldn't even think of listening to my parents. that was 12 yrs more or less ago. the court process was long and depressing at times. I wanted to just give up. But, during that whole time, David slowly got me to trust in myself, to begin the process of putting lying and not believing in myself behind me. Today Im nearly 10 yrs sober. I haven't been arrested in all this time. I went through probation and rehabs. During all that time I kept in Contact with him. And he and my parents believed in me and stood by my side through it all. Sure, it wasn't easy at all. I had ups and downs. Big ones. Yet he was there through it all. Today, Im a better man and soul for knowing him. He has become a member of my family and have NOTHING BUT LOVE for him. I'm so glad I was given a second chance at life, and he is a HUGE part of that. I would recommend David to absolutely ANYONE in need of an attorney. God bless him for showing me love and kindness over so many years and believing I could change even when I didn't want to or believe I could .

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David P. Cunningham's Lawyer Endorsements

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Aaron Holt

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"An excellent attorney and advocate for his clients."

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R. Goldsmith

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Fickman

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known David Cunningham for many years. We have fought side by side on many cases. David is one of the best all around criminal defense lawyers in the State of Texas. David cares about his clients. He works hard on his cases. He prepares for trial as if he were going to war. In trial, no lawyer fights harder for their clients than David Cunningham. Any client looking for a lawyer to defend them would be wise to hire David. David Cunningham is an honorable and outstanding criminal defense lawyer. You will not meet a better man."

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Feroz Merchant

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"One of the best in the country. David is a consummate professional, enjoys the respect and admiration of his peers and opponents."

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Jed Silverman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"One of the best I know, I endorse this lawyer."

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Quentin Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David is one of the best criminal lawyers around. He's handled everything from Class C Misdemeanors to international war crimes."

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Tyrone Moncriffe

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"david is one of the best lawyers in the state of texas . I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Education

1982

University of Houston Law Center

Bachelor of Laws

Languages

Spanish

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