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David served in the United States Navy in a highly trained and specially skilled Antiterrorism/Force Protection Unit. After his enlistment, David became a police officer. First, patrolling the streets of South Florida and then, here, in Austin, Texas. David served both as a patrol officer, and as a S.W.A.T. officer, and was specially trained as a certified hostage negotiator. He has investigated all sorts of crimes, ranging from DWI to murder. This practical law enforcement experience affords David a detailed understanding, an expertise, of police policy and procedure.
During law school, David was a member of the distinguished St. Mary’s Law Journal where he held the position of Senior Associate Editor. As noted, he was the recipient of two outstanding editing and writing awards. David was a Teaching Assistant to his Legal Research and Writing (LRW) Professor Judith Gray and a Research Assistant to his Contracts Professor Colin Marks. He was also a Research Fellow for Stephen M. Sheppard, the Dean of the St. Mary’s University School of Law. David also interned with Judge Julie Kocurek as a member of the 390th District Court trial team. During David’s final semester, he worked for the Law Office of Chad Van Brunt in San Antonio, Texas, where he handled a variety of Criminal Law matters, and for the Law Office of KG in Austin, Texas, where he handled a variety of Family Law matters.
After graduating law school, David joined the firm and is now the lead associate at Stephen T. Bowling, PC.
Practice areas
5 years, 1,000 cases
10 years, 1,000 cases
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10 years, 1,000 cases
5 years, 500 cases
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5 years, 1,000 cases
5 years, 1,000 cases
5 years, 1,000 cases
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Languages spoken
Spanish, English, Hebrew
Steve Bowling Law, PLLC
816 Congress Suite 950
Austin, TX, 78701-3102
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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TX | Eligible To Practice In Texas | 2017 | 05/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Dedicated Defense of Citizens for DUI | National College for DUI Defense | 2018 |
Pro Bono Certificate | St. Mary's University School of Law | 2017 |
Honor Society | Phi Delta Phi | 2016 |
Editor Excellence Award | St. Mary's University School of Law | 2016 |
Staff Writer Excellence Award | St. Mary's University School of Law | 2015 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | Stephen Bowling and Associates | 2018 - Present |
Lead Associate | DWI MAN, Austin DWI Attorneys | 2018 - Present |
Clerk | Travis County Attorney's Office | 2017 - 2018 |
Clerk | Law Office of Chad Van Brunt | 2016 - 2017 |
Research Assistant | St. Mary's University Law School | 2015 - 2017 |
Teaching Assistant | St. Mary's University Law School | 2015 - 2017 |
Legal Intern | Travis County District Attorney's Office | 2015 - 2015 |
Clerk | Law of KG | 2015 - 2018 |
Senior Associate Editor | St. Mary's University Law School | 2015 - 2018 |
Research Fellow | St. Mary's University Law School | 2014 - 2016 |
Sherriff Deputy | Travis County Sheriff's Office | 2010 - 2014 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association | Member | 2018 - Present |
National College of DUI Defense | Member | 2018 - Present |
State Bar of Texas | Member | 2018 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Pepperdine Law Review | Online and "As Is"_Editor | 2018 |
American Casebook Series | The Law of Business Torts and Unfair Competition: Cases, Materials, and Problems (Introduction)_Editor | 2017 |
St. Mary's Law Journal | Volume 48_Senior Associate Editor | 2017 |
Internet Law & Business | What are my rights during a traffic stop? | 2017 |
St. Mary's Law Journal | Volume 47_Associate Editor | 2016 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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St. Mary's University | JD - Juris Doctor | 2017 |
Florida State University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 2004 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Judge Advocates Association | Constitutional Criminal Procedure | 2017 |
Judge Advocates Association | Police Procedures and Tactics | 2017 |
Judge Advocates Association | Use of Force: What is Reasonable | 2017 |
Judge Advocates Association | Constitutional Search and Seizure | 2017 |
Case name | Outcome |
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State of Texas vs. BM | Won |
State of Texas vs. SD | Won |
State of Texas vs. RT | Won |
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Kiele Pace, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 10, 2020
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse David Thomas. We worked together to actually WIN in a hostile environment on a type of case where the defendant loses 90% of the time. Although knowledge and experience are important, they are nothing without hard work. Mr. Thomas was knowledgeable AND he worked diligently to ensure that our side met all the court’s deadlines. He had a “Plan A” that was backed up with plans B, C, and D. There is no substitute for being prepared!
Jason Trumpler, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 23, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
There are few lawyers in Texas with as much knowledge in the area of DWI as Dave. He is smart, talented, and an incredible trial lawyer.
Kenneth Ervin, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 2, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
With his law enforcement background, David is uniquely situated to help those accused of a crime. I would not hesitate to consult him on matters involving potentially sub-par police investigations.
Christopher Denicolo, Unknown Attorney on Mar 14, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Dave is a smart and creative lawyer who is an excellent communicator. He is also honest and knowledgeable, and an effective advocate for his clients.
Eric Meza, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 12, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have worked with David in the past and he will work hard and fight until he gets a favorable outcome for his client.
Chad Pomeroy, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 12, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I taught David in law school and can attest both to his knowledge and work ethic. Speaking as a professor and as a former Law partner, I feel confident that David will work hard and represent his clients to the best of his ability, and I’m proud and happy to endorse him.
Rick Flores, DUI and DWI Attorney on Mar 11, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
David is on my short list for Best DWI Lawyers in Austin. He is sharp, dedicated, and gets great results.
Kimberly Kleinhans, Litigation Attorney on Mar 9, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Thomas is a hard worker and very through in the work that he does. I was very impressed by his ability to research and articulate legal issues.
Kimberly Graves, Unknown Attorney on Mar 6, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Stephanie Galy, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 16, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Thomas is a true professional and is an ardent advocate for all his clients.
Stephen Bowling, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 15, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
David knows the law. Intelligent, thorough, and he listens. I know him to always give his full to every case he takes on. He is prior law enforcement; knowing both sides of the law allows him to cross examine officers. This unique perspective gives him an advantage over other attorneys in the community. If I were facing a charge in Travis or Bexar counties I would call David.
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