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David Michael Thomas

Criminal defense Attorney at Austin, TX

5.0   4 reviews
  • Licensed for 5 years
    State TX
    Acquired 2017
    Status
    Eligible to Practice in Texas No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About David

Learn David’s areas of practice.

5
Practice areas
  1. Criminal defense
    20%

    6 years, 1,000 cases

  2. Civil rights
    10%

    11 years, 1,000 cases

  3. Constitutional
    10%

    11 years, 1,000 cases

  4. DUI and DWI
    10%

    11 years, 1,000 cases

  5. Expungement
    10%

    6 years, 500 cases

  6. Litigation
    10%

    6 years, 1,000 cases

  7. Personal injury
    10%

    6 years, 1,000 cases

  8. Trucking accident
    10%

    6 years, 1,000 cases

  9. Federal crime
    5%

    6 years, 1,000 cases

  10. Violent crime
    5%

    6 years, 1,000 cases

Education: 

  • Florida State University, Bachelor of Science in Business Management with emphasis on Finance, May 2004
  • St. Mary’s University School of Law, J.D.

Law School Honors and Distinctions: 

  • St. Mary’s Law Journal, Senior Associate Editor–Twice, received the Excellence Award for Outstanding Editing and Writing
  • Recipient of the Charles A. Beckham Jr. Scholarship
  • Recipient of the St. Mary’s Law School Pro Bono Certificate
  • Member of Phi Delta Phi, the international legal honor society

Professional Experience: 

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.

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Posted by Brett | August 14, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
The Best Attorney Ever!!!
David is the best Attorney I’ve ever hired. He is extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of law. He has been very responsive during my case and goes the extra mile to protect my future outcome. I’m extremely impressed with how he has been handling my case and would definitely recommend David Thomas to family and friends 100%
Posted by Kevin | March 20, 2020
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| Hired Attorney
Best Lawyer in Austin, Texas.
David Thomas is Best Lawyer in Austin. I received immediate response from him for my case. He was extremely honest with me while dealing my case. He is extremely knowledgeable in the area of law. He was always readily available to speak with me at anytime concerning my case. He got me the best outcome(case dismissed) in my case. I honestly, highly recommend him as a defense attorney and he will make sure to give you the best possible outcome with your case.
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Posted by anonymous | March 12, 2018
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| Hired Attorney
Professor of Law and licensed attorney
I hired Dave to conduct complex research on contract and consumer law issues as well as to assist in compiling and organizing a large data set. Dave was always punctual and professional and his work product often exceeded my expectations. He is well l organized, efficient and most importantly just a good guy.
Posted by Scarlett | February 16, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Excellent defense attorney
David is an extremely knowledgeable defense attorney with an impressive background in both law enforcement and the military. I would recommend him to anyone!
Response from David Thomas March 11, 2018
Thank you Scarlett! That's nice to hear. I'm glad I could help.

Cost

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  • Free Consultation 30 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • 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
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Education

  • St. Mary's University
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2017
  • Florida State University
  • BS - Bachelor of Science
  • 2004

Legal Cases

  • State of Texas vs. BM
  • Won
  • State of Texas vs. SD
  • Won
  • State of Texas vs. RT
  • Won

Associations

  • Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2018 - Present
  • National College of DUI Defense
  • Member
  • 2018 - Present
  • State Bar of Texas
  • Member
  • 2018 - Present

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • English
  • Hebrew

Honors and Awards

  • 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
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Attorney endorsements

Received (11)
Given (17)
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Criminal defense Attorney | Dec 10
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!"
DUI and DWI Attorney | Aug 23
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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 02
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."
Unknown Attorney | Mar 14
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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 12
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."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 12
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."
DUI and DWI Attorney | Mar 11
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."
Litigation Attorney | Mar 09
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."
Unknown Attorney | Mar 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Thomas is a true professional and is an ardent advocate for all his clients."
Criminal defense Attorney | Feb 15
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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Austin Criminal defense Lawyer David Michael Thomas
David Michael Thomas
Criminal defense Attorney
Austin, TX
Licensed for 5 years
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