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David Nachtigall is a Houston trial lawyer who began his legal career at the Harris County District Attorney’s Office as an Assistant District Attorney, where handled thousands of misdemeanor, felony, and juvenile criminal cases. Through his years of work as a prosecutor, David honed his advocacy skills and developed valuable relationships with prosecutors and judges. David’s commitment to professional excellence and his consistent success in the courtroom earned him a reputation as an effective trial lawyer among colleagues and the judiciary.
During his time a prosecutor at the District Attorney’s Office, David was selected to join the Special Prosecutions Bureau where he led large-scale investigations and prosecutions of financial crime and fraud. Today, David is called upon by individuals and corporations for counsel with complex civil matters related to white collar crimes, allegations of theft, and fraud investigations.
After leaving the District Attorney’s Office, David joined one of Houston’s top civil litigation boutiques where he used his extensive trial experience to achieve excellent results for clients in civil matters. As a civil litigator, David handled commercial matters including contractual disputes, fraud, and intellectual property. David again demonstrated his effectiveness in the courtroom and earned an excellent reputation among his colleagues in civil law.
As the managing member of David A. Nachtigall, Attorney at Law, PLLC, David has represented hundreds of individual and business clients. An experienced Houston criminal defense lawyer, David has successfully defended clients in state and federal court on charging from simple misdemeanors to complex felonies punishable by life in prison.
Before returning to law school, David worked as an information technology consultant and software developer for a Fortune 500 company in Dallas. David’s deep understanding of technology assists him in both preparing cases for trial and presenting them to judges and juries.
Community Involvement
David is an active member of several legal organizations in Houston, and serves on the board of directors of the Harris County Public Defender’s Office. He regularly speaks to organizations and classrooms about topics in criminal law. He is a member of the CJA Panel for the Southern District of Texas, which is comprised of a select group of Houston criminal defense lawyers who provide defense to indigent persons charged in federal court.
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Acquired: 2006
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1545 Heights, Ste. 100, Houston, TX, 77008
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Posted by anonymous | November 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
I was represented by David Nachtigall in a felony case that had the potential to derail my professional career. From the very beginning, David demonstrated an exceptional level of strategic thinking. He carefully analyzed the circumstances of my case and provided a clear outline of all possible legal...
Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney
David Nachtigall is an astonishing lawyer who defended me in a felony case. Meetings with David felt relieving because he gave such knowledgeable feedback regarding my case. He supplied professionalism, rapid response time, and step-by-step Guidance. Perfect Guidance in a troubling situation is hard ...
Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney
David Nachtigall is an outstanding criminal defense attorney. He has worked on my case, a federal white collar crime, for over 18 months, and I have found him to be very ethical, steadfast, and unwavering in his quest for justice for his client. He is sensitive to the emotional impact of being char...
Posted by anonymous | April 29, 2017 | Hired Attorney
David Nachtigall is a true professional. I am a medical doctor and he represented me in a case that was a potential threat to my license. With his truly amazing skills, knowledge, and professionalism, he handled my case exceptionally well and not only got the case dismissed but expunged as well. He i...
Posted by Jermaine | February 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I am licensed Texas attorney and I was charged with a white collar crime in federal court. I was facing four felony counts as well as a misdemeanor. The charges, if convicted would have likely led to the end of my legal career. Upon retaining David, he worked aggressively, skillfully and tirelessl...
"David and I were colleagues at Joyce, McFarland + McFarland LLP. David is an intelligent, thoughtful problem solver who brings a creative approach to each issue a complex case presents. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him, and would highly recommend him for both criminal defense and business cases."
"I worked with David at the Harris County District Attorney's office here in Houston. I have personally watched David prepare for and try two murders and I have personally tried a family violence case with David. He is at his soul a phenomenal trial lawyer and a tireless preparer. He is ready when his case is called by the judge and God help you if you are the opposing counsel and you are unprepared for David. He is widely regarded in the criminal court house of Houston as a first rate advocate and is known to have a vast array of experience covering criminal matters from misdemeanor to felony. Specifically at the DA’s office, David excelled in his time assigned to the White Collar Prosecution Division. There he was responsible for both the investigation and prosecution of white collar cases brought by the DA’s office. He knows what makes these cases tick and has handled dozens of them as a prosecutor. Having both observed David try cases and having tried cases with David"
"David is a very seasoned and very reasoned professional. He was always well-prepared, knew his case inside and out, and it was always apparent that he understood the situation and obtained a great outcome for his client. David is a lawyer's lawyer and was always respectful, pleasant, and just a good human being."
"David and I worked together at the District Attorney's Office as prosecutors where he enjoyed a superb reputation for his legal abilities. He is a trial lawyer at heart. The specialized knowledge he acquired in the white collar division is something very few lawyers get the opportunity to learn. David is very respected at the courthouse and provides outstanding representation to his clients."
"I highly recommend David Nachtigall. Without a doubt, David will be sure to handle all of your needs with the care you deserve. David is an exceptional attorney who is dedicated to providing his clients with timely and thorough representation. David is dedicated to bringing the best results for his clients, guiding them through every step of the way."
"David and I worked together for two years; he is an amazing lawyer and a joy to work with. We actually tried my very first trial together, and I would have been at a total loss if not for his instruction and experience to help me."
"David is among an elite group of not only criminal defense lawyers, but lawyers at large, with the skill, experience and temperament to deliver results in matters of the highest stakes."
"I have known David Nachtigall for more than sixteen years. David is hard-working, creative, and very intelligent. He maintains well-grounded perspective and offers insight and common sense. David has the ideal background as an honors graduate from the University of Texas School of Law, a seasoned prosecutor, and a board-certified criminal attorney. He is an eloquent, charismatic, and experienced trial lawyer who is smarter than his competition—both the criminal defense attorneys and the prosecutors. David should be your first consideration for a criminal matter in Texas."
"I have known David for over 20 years and there is no one in whom I have more confidence and trust. David's counsel and advice is one of the big reasons that I became a lawyer. I'm so glad that David has struck out on his own. I now have a go-to attorney to refer friends, family, and professional contacts when I'm approached with a criminal law issue. David does his homework and always makes sure he's the smartest person in the room. He's a smart, professional and an incredibly skilled attorney."
"David and I worked together on a fairly massive and complex commercial litigation case. His professionalism and diligence were on full display during the entire case, as was his unflappable nature. He has all the tools of a great trial lawyer."
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2012
Board Certified - Criminal Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2003
David J. Beck Endowed Presidential Scholarship in Law, University of Texas School of Law
2014 - Present
Attorney, David A. Nachtigall, Attorney at Law, PLLC
2013 - Present
Attorney, Joyce, McFarland + McFarland, LLP
2006 - 2011
Assistant District Attorney, Harris County District Attorney's Office
2001 - 2003
Consultant, Hitachi Consulting
2014 - Present
Harris County Criminal Lawyers AssociationMember
2012 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
State Bar CollegeMember
2008 - Present
Garland R. Walker, American Inns of CourtMember
2006 - Present
Houston Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Houston Bar Association's Night CourtMember
Jury awarded client full compensation sought.
2006
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
2014
The Juvenile Justice System for Teachers
2013
The Harris County Judiciary / Judicial Panel Moderator
2011
Investigating Insurance Fraud
2011
Vice Cases and Money Laundering
2011
Criminal Consequences
2010
2010
The Texas Penal Code
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