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David Michael Thomas

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  • Austin, TX
  • Licensed for 3 years
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About David

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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Practice areas

OtherDUI and DWIConstitutionalCivil rightsCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 20%

    4 years, 1,000 cases

  2. Civil rights: 10%

    9 years, 1,000 cases

  3. Constitutional: 10%

    9 years, 1,000 cases

  4. DUI and DWI: 10%

    9 years, 1,000 cases

  1. Litigation: 10%

    4 years, 1,000 cases

  2. Personal injury: 10%

    4 years, 1,000 cases

  3. Trucking accident: 10%

    4 years, 1,000 cases

  4. Expungement: 10%

    4 years, 500 cases

  5. Federal crime: 5%

    4 years, 1,000 cases

  6. Violent crime: 5%

    4 years, 1,000 cases

Languages spoken

Spanish, English, Hebrew

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Contact

Steve Bowling Law, PLLC

816 Congress Suite 950
Austin, TX, 78701-3102

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      TXEligible To Practice In Texas 201705/31/2021
      We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      Dedicated Defense of Citizens for DUINational College for DUI Defense2018
      Pro Bono CertificateSt. Mary's University School of Law2017
      Editor Excellence AwardSt. Mary's University School of Law2016
      Honor SocietyPhi Delta Phi2016
      Staff Writer Excellence AwardSt. Mary's University School of Law2015
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Managing PartnerStephen Bowling and Associates2018 - Present
      Lead AssociateDWI MAN, Austin DWI Attorneys2018 - Present
      ClerkTravis County Attorney's Office2017 - 2018
      ClerkLaw Office of Chad Van Brunt2016 - 2017
      Research AssistantSt. Mary's University Law School2015 - 2017
      Teaching AssistantSt. Mary's University Law School2015 - 2017
      Legal InternTravis County District Attorney's Office2015 - 2015
      ClerkLaw of KG2015 - 2018
      Senior Associate EditorSt. Mary's University Law School2015 - 2018
      Research FellowSt. Mary's University Law School2014 - 2016
      Sherriff DeputyTravis County Sheriff's Office2010 - 2014
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers AssociationMember2018 - Present
      National College of DUI DefenseMember2018 - Present
      State Bar of TexasMember2018 - Present
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Pepperdine Law ReviewOnline and "As Is"_Editor2018
      American Casebook SeriesThe Law of Business Torts and Unfair Competition: Cases, Materials, and Problems (Introduction)_Editor2017
      St. Mary's Law JournalVolume 48_Senior Associate Editor2017
      Internet Law & BusinessWhat are my rights during a traffic stop?2017
      St. Mary's Law JournalVolume 47_Associate Editor2016
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      St. Mary's UniversityJD - Juris Doctor2017
      Florida State UniversityBS - Bachelor of Science2004
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Judge Advocates AssociationConstitutional Search and Seizure2017
      Judge Advocates AssociationUse of Force: What is Reasonable2017
      Judge Advocates AssociationPolice Procedures and Tactics2017
      Judge Advocates AssociationConstitutional Criminal Procedure2017
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      State of Texas vs. BMWon
      State of Texas vs. SDWon
      State of Texas vs. RTWon

      Reviews

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      The Best Attorney Ever!!!

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      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%
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Best Lawyer in Austin, Texas.

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      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.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Professor of Law and licensed attorney

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      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.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Excellent defense attorney

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      David is an extremely knowledgeable defense attorney with an impressive background in both law enforcement and the military. I would recommend him to anyone!
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      David Thomas' response: Thank you Scarlett! That's nice to hear. I'm glad I could help.

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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

      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

      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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