David B. Adler

David B. Adler

4.9
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 35 years

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

1415 North Loop West, Suite 905, Houston, TX

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 90%

Federal and state criminal cases including allegations concerning fraud, drugs, money laundering, weapons, human trafficking, national security issues, and trade secrets theft. Ask your attorney how many federal criminal cases he or she has handled.

36 years | 700 cases

90%
Business 10%

Business litigation (including labor and employment issues)

32 years | 300 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Pro bono

10 %


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 35 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1990

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

David Adler, P.C.

1415 North Loop West, Suite 905, Houston, TX, 77008

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David B. Adler's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

39 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 8 of 8 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Jasmine | June 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime

Attorney that cares!

I was very nervous getting a lawyer appointed by the court because I figured they wouldn't be as invested as a paid attorney would be. Needless to say, I was wrong. My Fed case held a max 30yr for a kilo of cocaine. David told me I would likely get 33 months. I got sentenced to 30 months in 2015, hom...e by 2016, and he kept his word and submitted paperwork to get me off supervised release early in April 2018. He gave me the best advice and worked diligently to get me home to my kids ASAP. Unbeknownst to me, David also got a court order that allowed me to pump milk for my child. So, if you're looking for someone who truly cares and will go above and beyond the scope of his job, David is the best attorney for you. He is beyond outstanding and will do his best to get you no time or as little as possible.

Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Lawyer for DWI & Unlawful Carry

It was absolutely wonderful working with Mr. Adler. Unfortunately I wish it was under better circumstances, but we all make mistakes at times. David was easily accessible and helpful when it came to any questions or when I needed to talk to him. He made sure that I knew what needed to be done at a...ll times. Through the process he kept working through my case and trying to find the best outcome or ways to beat the case. In the end he was confident that our case had no probable cause so we decided to fight the case. Mr. Adler informed me after arguing to the judge that both cases were dismissed. Even after the dismissal he made sure I had the proper forms to retrieve my firearm and personal property along with working on getting both cases expunged from my record. Mr. Adler also referred me to a fantastic attorney to represent me for my ALR hearing which was also dismissed. Mr Adler went above and beyond his duties and if I had to use him again I would (even though I hope and plan to never be in this situation ever again).

Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Criminal Defense Attorney on Your Side

David Adler is the best federal lawyer to represent you or your company in Houston, Texas. David worked diligently and tactfully as my criminal defense attorney in a federal court case. Receiving help from Mr. Adler was a blessing as he successfully defended me while I was at an all time low point in... my life. As a basket-case client suffering from immense anxiety in addition to a serious medical condition, David answered every question and offered his sincere support at every stage. I am a better man for having known and worked with David Adler. David is known by many within the community for his outstanding service, impeccable work ethic and delivering positive outcomes for his clients. To those wanting to know more about Mr. David Adler, understand he does not ask for anything in return while he goes above and beyond for those around him. If you want to learn about how to hire the best criminal defense, research how many occasions David Adler has appeared in court and arrive at your conclusion then. Thank you David and keep up the good fight!

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David B. Adler's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lewis Thomas

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. David is an outstanding advocate with a keen eye for detail and years of experience with complex cases."

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R. Goldsmith

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

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Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2022

President's Award, Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

2019

Annual Professionalism Award, American Inns of Court - Garland Walker Chapter

2018

Judge Thomas Reavely Award for Outstanding Public Service, U.S. District Courts for the Southern District of Texas

2017

Litigator of the Week, Texas Lawyer Magazine

2004

Attorney of the Year, Harris County Criminal Lawyers' Association

Work Experience

1990 - 1995

Case Officer, Central Intelligence Agency

Associations

1995 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1995 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

1995 - Present

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Member

1995 - Present

Association of Former Intelligence Officers

Member

Education

1989

Thurgood Marshall School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1989

Texas Southern University

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Speaking Engagements

2022

University of Houston Law School

Current issues in national security law

2022

Fedral Public Defender's Office

Defending federal criminal cases

2020

Houston Bar Association

Equal justice with unequal resources: defending the indigent

2020

Federal Bar Association

Defending criminal defendants during Covid

2018

Northern District of Texas Bench and Bar Conference

Federal Criminal Cases

2017

University of Houston Law School

Current issues in national security law

2017

Federal Public Defenders' Office

Defending federal criminal cases

2016

U.S. Attorney's Office Annual Training

View from the defense

2012

Houston Bar Association

The Wikileaks Debate

2012

Consular Corps of Houston

Constitutional Rights and the Arrest Process

2010

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Federal Sentencing Guidelines

2006

South Texas College of Law

Witetaps, Electronic Surveillance, and Electronic Discovery

2006

Federal Defense Seminar

Pretrial Motion Practice and Discovery

2005

Thurgood Marshall School of Law

The Reversal of a CIA Officer's Conviction

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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