David A. Breston

David A. Breston

4.7
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 28 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Houston, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Immigration ... +3 more

1820 W Bell St, Houston, Houston, TX

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

28 years | 8,000 cases

30%
DUI and DWI 20%

28 years | 1,000 cases

20%
Immigration 20%

28 years | 1,000 cases

20%
Expungement 10%

28 years | 500 cases

10%
Sex Crime 10%

500 cases

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 28 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1997

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

David A. Breston

1820 W Bell St, Houston, Houston, TX, 77019

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David A. Breston's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

81 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 81 reviews

Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2026

Horrible experience

My experience with this lawyer was extremely disappointing and unprofessional from the very beginning. I chose him based on reviews that claimed he could handle difficult cases and genuinely cared about his clients, but that couldn’t have been further from what I experienced. After driving 4 hours... for the appointment, my sister, my 3-year-old son, and I waited about an hour before finally seeing him. The consultation itself lasted less than 20 minutes. He simply looked up my partner’s A-number and repeated information I had already given him over the phone. Before I made that long trip, he had assured me he could help with this complicated case. Instead, he looked at us and said we didn’t look wealthy enough and that I should save my money because we were going to need it. That moment was shocking and deeply hurtful. He never even asked what I did for a living or discussed a fee—he just judged us based on appearance. I own a successful commercial renovation business, but he never cared enough to ask. To make matters worse, he was eating crab rangoon during the meeting, getting crumbs on his shirt, answering phone calls, and sending emails while we were trying to talk about one of the hardest moments of our lives. It felt dismissive and disrespectful, as if our situation didn’t matter at all. I met with another attorney afterward. He made no false promises, but he treated us with respect and said he would do everything he could to help. The difference in how we were treated was undeniable. Please don’t respond by saying I never had an appointment. I have photos, call records, and proof of the appointment. I hope this review helps other families know what to expect.

Posted by Starla | March 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney

Forever grateful I chose him

I seriously can’t thank this lawyer enough. Back in 2020, I was dealing with an assault charge and was really stressed about how it was going to turn out. He was able to get it reduced to a misdemeanor, I only did 3 days in jail, and the whole case got handled way faster than I expected. That honestl...y made a huge difference in my life. What really stood out to me is how he still showed up years later. I reached out 6 years after everything was over just to get a copy of my case, and he replied within like 5 minutes and helped me right away. That kind of responsiveness is rare, especially that long after the case is done. He’s reliable, straight to the point, and actually cares. If you need a lawyer who gets things done and has your back, he’s the one.

Posted by anonymous | December 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Hire David

David Breston is the best attorney in Texas. Hire him if you want to beat the case

Posted by Haley | June 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney

David saved me from sitting in jail and got my case thrown out. HIGHLY recommend!

The first call I made to David saved me from sitting in jail when I found out I had a warrant. He is extremely well informed and his office is very responsive. His patience, clarity, and clarity kept me and my family from fear. David had my case thrown out of court within 6 months. I highly recommend... David as an attorney, especially if this is the first time you've been in this type of situation. Thank you, David!

Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Trusted advisor/advocate

David is thorough and provides realistic expectations. He helped us avoid bail bondsmen trickery and kept us apprised of details of the process. He was available when needed and was correct in the assessment of the case, resulting in full dismissal - no trial

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David A. Breston's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marc Carter

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known David for years. He is a solid, hardworking lawyer that gets great results."

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Albert Fong

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with David Breston in both Federal and State criminal cases. David is always prepared and a very skilled practitioner. You would be wise to hire him for your criminal defense."

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Rand Mintzer

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. David is a hard working attorney dedicated to obtaining the best possible results for his clients. He is not afraid to fight it out with the State as evidenced by his victories in trial and with other related motions."

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Jennifer Carpenter

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with David Breston for many years. David appears on time for his clients, he knows the law, and he carries great relationships with the prosecutors and courts. I recommend David Breston as a fellow lawyer in the community."

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Stephen Aslett

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with David Breston on several cases when I was a prosecutor, mainly DWI cases. He knew the law, was always exceptionally well prepared, and a great advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend David Breston to anyone who charged with a crime, particularly a DWI."

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Lee Cox

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Breston is an excellent lawyer. He works very hard for his clients to achieve the best outcome."

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Damon Parrish

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"David is a great lawyer and truly fights for his clients."

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Mary Conn

Immigration lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse David as an immigration attorney and as a criminal defense attorney. I have sent him several clients who have obtained outstanding results with him. Thanks David!"

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Shahin Zamir

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is a smart, strong advocate for his clients. He is extremely personable and has an encyclopedic knowledge of the law. I wholeheartedly endorse Davis as an excellent attorney."

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Michael Wadler

Unknown lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known David for many years and know him to be someone who provides excellent client representation and is extremely honorable. He is hard working and diligent. I would recommend him to anyone."

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Paul Morgan

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is a great lawyer who is dedicated to his work. He fights hard for his clients and does not give up when things get tough. I would recommend David to anyone in need of an attorney!"

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Owner, Law Office of David A. Breston

1996 - 1997

Intern, Law Office of Jeff Senter

Associations

2004 - 2004

American Immigration Lawyers Association

Member

1997 - 2020

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1997 - 2020

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association

Member

1997 - 2020

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Education

1997

University of Texas School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

University of Texas, Austin

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2025

Languages

English

Spanish

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