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 1 - 5 of 9 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by anonymous | February 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Thank you for everything you’ve done

I can’t thank David Adler enough for what he did for me. At 19, I made a mistake that could have derailed my entire future. I was scared, overwhelmed, and had no idea what to do. From the very start, David was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my case. He walked me through every ...step of the process, fought for me when I needed it most, and ultimately got my case dismissed entirely. Because of him, I was able to move forward with my life, build a successful career, and not be defined by one bad decision. I owe everything to his expertise and dedication. Thank you Mr. Adler for everything you’ve done for me and my family.

Posted by Jacqueline | April 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Best Federal Lawyer

I want to congartulate and thank Mr. Adler for doing his professional work, he was exellent from the beginning. He Was very kind and effective in my case . He always on the lookout and care about my well being. He gave freat legal advice .thank you very much for everything you do. I m forever gratef...ul.

Posted by Jose | December 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent

Mr.Adler is a very knowledgeable lawyer. He worked my federal case. I thought all was lost because that’s what it looked liked, I was looking at over 10 years and he got me 5 but he fought for me and my family every step of the way. He was also very sympathetic with me and my family. Thank Mr. Adler ...we will not forget your name.

Posted by anthony | November 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exceptional

I engaged David to represent my grandson in a difficult case. He is an extremely knowledgeable and professional attorney. He always returned calls promptly (not always my experience with lawyers who represented my company) and I believe he really cared about getting the best possible result for my ...grandson. It was a tough case in front of a tough judge, but I don't believe any other attorney could have achieved a better result.

Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding Lawyer

David is an exceptional lawyer. His mastery of criminal law and the judicial process were key for successfully representing me. I was subject to an FBI investigation and criminal case prosecuted by the Department of Justice. David was instrumental to demonstrate that I was not involved in the case th...ey were pursuing. The whole ordeal lasted almost two years and throughout the whole time, David was always kind and considerate, making himself available, giving sound advice and ready to assist in any manner needed. In the end, during Court proceedings, David was able to get a very favorable outcome.

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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

"I endorse this lawyer."

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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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