David Daniel White

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David Daniel White

5.0
108 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime ... +5 more

608 W 12th St Ste B, Austin, TX

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About David

Biography

Have you been charged with a criminal offense in Central Texas? Let's get it dismissed!

Put my years of experience to work for you! I'm here every step of the way.

Put my years of experience to work for you! I'm here every step of the way.

Put my years of experience to work for you! I'm here every step of the way.

Put my years of experience to work for you! I'm here every step of the way.

Put my years of experience to work for you! I'm here every step of the way.

Put my years of experience to work for you! I'm here every step of the way.

Put my years of experience to work for you! I'm here every step of the way.

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 30%

I am an Austin Criminal Defense Attorney who handles all types of criminal cases ranging from Class C Misdemeanors to the most severe felonies. No case is too big or too small. My firm has years of experience handling arrests for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), drug arrests, assaults, motions to revoke probation, expunctions, motions for non-disclosure, motions to adjudicate guilt, motions for early termination of probation, or any traffic offenses or less severe misdemeanors

23 years | 1,000 cases

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DUI and DWI 10%

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Drug Crime 10%

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Federal Crime 10%

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Juvenile Law 10%

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Sex Crime 10%

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Violent Crime 10%

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White Collar Crime 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2021 2020
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Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2013

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 21 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2004

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of David D. White, PLLC: Austin Criminal Lawyer

608 W 12th St Ste B, Austin, TX, 78701

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Online Presence

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David Daniel White's Reviews

Showing 6 - 10 of 22 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Gregory | March 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Best In The Business

I was referred to David White by my family law attorney to handle a criminal matter. I scheduled a consultation with David and I was instantly impressed with his professionalism and knowledge of the criminal process. While going through a very stressful process and not knowing the future of my fate D...avid remained very calm and assured me of a positive outcome. Needless to say my expectations were exceeded. As much as I enjoyed working with David I hope and pray that i never need his services again. However, if you're looking to hire the BEST he's the only option in my opinion. I HIGHLY recommend David White.

Posted by Mike | August 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Look no further than David White

David has represented me over the years and delivered every time. He recently worked on a 2 in one case for me and was able to get a deal better than we ever imagined. Generally thats how it goes. He sets a realistic expectation, gives you clear instructions on what homework to do (super helpful), ...and delivers an end result as good as or better than he promised. I have shopped around for other lawyers in the past and they have charged more money promising lesser results. For example, another lawyer told me I would certainly do jail time. This lawyer was more expensive as well. I used David instead and he got the entire thing dropped down to the equivilent of a speeding ticket and my record remained clean. The discrepancy between lawyers is crazy. I think the judges like him because he is a cool, charismatic guy and is always prepared, making the judges life easier as well. You won't find a higher value defense attorney. You just won't. I send him all my friends that get in trouble and he's taken great care of them too. I hear horror stories about other lawyers not delivering. Some forgetting court dates. Some forgetting court documents. Some losing all of the case information. It's crazy to think some lawyers can be so unexperienced and unprofessional. Not David. He has come correct every single time (unfortunately I've found myself in numerous legal situations over the last 12 years). I'm truly grateful I found him. Look no further than David White.

Posted by Kevin | May 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Outstanding client service

I had high anxiety and did not know what to expect dealing with a DWI charge, with an otherwise spotless record and no experience with personal legal issues. I did thorough diligence on criminal defense attorneys in Austin, using avvo.com and other resources, and narrowed down to six attorney candid...ates including David White. Within hours of submitting an inquiry to David, we were personally in touch and built immediate rapport. David's communication and delivery was something that, as a client service professional myself, I knew was mission critical to not only make the legal process bearable, but to drive the best possible outcome for my case. After interviewing all six candidates, David stood out due to the personalization of his approach to service, timeliness of response, fairness and simplicity of his approach to fees and obvious knowledge and demonstration of the different permutations and angles to a DWI case. What I most liked about David's approach was his confident, yet realistic, posture toward my case which put my mind at ease and allowed me to continue to focus on my career, family and life while the process played out. Well, David came through. We reached a point in pre-trial where the prosecution had dismissed the DWI charge, in lieu of a separate class B misdemeanor and deferred disposition. Given the facts of my case and the foundation laid up front through David's direction, his advice was that we could achieve a better outcome. David easily could have "stopped here" and advised me to take the reduction, but he's not that kind of attorney. At the next court setting, after additional discussion with David, the prosecution dismissed the DWI with deferred prosecution which additionally gives the opportunity for full expungement. David absolutely crushed this and had my back the whole way. I could not have made a better decision or asked for a better outcome. Highly recommend.

Posted by anonymous | January 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Made this process as easy as possible for me!

With this being my first run in with the law I had no clue what to expect. I was very scared and nervous that my poor decsison had ruined my future. David White reassured me that, that wasn’t so and let me know during my free consultation of all my options. He was upfront and honest from beginning to... the end that by no means would this be easy/a short process but that I indeed have a chance to get my case expunged. With his help I’m in the process of doing just that. David has great communication with his clients, is honest about what your options are and what will be best for you , responds to texts/emails in a timely manner, and makes you feel at ease throughout the whole process. I chose David to represent me based off his amazing reviews from past/other clients and I couldn’t be happier with my choice.

Posted by William | November 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Amazing, Talented, Patient, Communicative, Helpful, and Direct Lawyer!

Mr. White helped me through a very difficult and unwarranted criminal case brought about by a manipulative ex-spouse. He was able to get the prosecution to agree upon a compromise that wouldn't hinder my ability to continue my work due to my record and did this without us having to go to jury trial ...in a patient, understanding way. With my case, we had a total of 6 different prosecutors for various reasons. Even with 6 very different prosecutors all wanting to make their own mark in the system, he was able to get a very positive outcome given the circumstances. He was incredibly detailed, always on time, helpful, laid out everything I needed to do with time frames, and was supportive throughout the process. He explained everything every step of the way, and there were no surprises. Every option was described, discussed, and agreed upon before anything was set in motion. Mr. White was readily available to answer quick questions when not in court, and would respond quickly when I left a message or email. An incredible defense attorney. I cannot recommend him enough!

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David Daniel White's Lawyer Endorsements

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Constantine Anestos

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is my go to resource when it comes to criminal law questions that my clients come to me with from time to time. He has already provided good advice for me to relate to my clients. On several occasions I have referred clients to David and have only received positive feedback from my clients."

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Christopher Hogue

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 30

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Marcos Hull

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David is excellent with his clients and makes them feel at ease. He worked hard to get the right deal for a co-defendant in my case, and truly went above and beyond."

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Benjamin Carrasco

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is a terrific attorney with a tireless work ethic. He is at the top of my list for criminal defense referrals."

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George Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with David on several matters and give him the highest recommendation. He works hard for his clients and is highly skilled at solving the most difficult issues. He's the only lawyer in Central Texas to whom I refer criminal matters."

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Daniel Ducote

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is a tenacious attorney with superior knowledge and skill in the criminal defense arena. Perhaps his greatest quality is how much he cares about his clients. It is this devotion that leads to the unmatched results he is able to obtain. I wouldn't hesitate to send friends and family his way as I certainly have sent my own clients to him several times in the past. With David, you are in good hands."

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Colin Moore

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David White is my go to attorney for any criminal matter I may come across in the Austin area. He has always been very knowledgeable on issues I have called him about and quick with all matters I have sent his way."

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John Ralls

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."

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Kevin Bennett

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is a very knowledgeable and hard working attorney. He truly cares about his clients and he is very well respected in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron Harper

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stockton Briggle

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is someone I would recommend to anyone looking for superior representation in a criminal defense matter. He is a fantastic lawyer who aggressively represents his clients. I highly endorse him to anyone looking for a lawyer."

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Robert Frazer

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. White is a rising star in the criminal defense field in Central Texas. As a friend, it's been a pleasure to see him work the courtroom and take control of his clients' cases. He has a well-earned, great reputation among the prosecutors in Travis County, who know that he is willing to try cases and earn victories for his clients. He is a friend and a mentor."

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William Maness

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Cherkassky

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Directly after law school I worked professionally with David White in 2004 and 2005 while he was a young attorney working for the United States Government. Mr. White is one of the hardest workers that I have ever met. He was able to complete any task that was assigned to him and complete that task by going above and beyond what was asked of him to do. Mr. White was even awarded as being one of the top producing attorneys out of a group of several attorneys that worked in our sector of the U.S. Government. I have had the pleasure of keeping in touch with Mr. White after we worked together in the mid-2000’s. He has kept me informed about his professional career doing criminal defense work in Austin, Texas and from what I have been told by numerous attorneys practicing law in the Austin area, Mr. White is a top criminal defense attorney. As a fellow Texas attorney I endorse Mr. White in all any endeavor that he takes part in. -Dan Cherkassky"

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Eric Dean

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Co-worker

"David and I worked together for the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) before he left to start a criminal defense practice. He was an excellent attorney at the SBA and continues to excel in criminal defense. I know this because I've sent my own family members to him."

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Marcos Hull

Criminal defense lawyer

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Constantine Anestos

Business lawyer

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Benjamin Carrasco

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Matthew Shrum

Criminal defense lawyer

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James Gill

Criminal defense lawyer

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George Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer

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Robert Frazer

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2022

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2021

Client's Choice, Avvo

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2017

Client's Choice, Avvo

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Texas Rising Star, Texas Super Lawyers

2013

Top Contributor, Avvo

2012

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1997

Sid Richardson Scholarship, Austin College

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, Law Office of David D. White, PLLC

2008 - 2011

Partner/Owner, White & Measells LLP

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Schell Cooley LLP

Associations

2009 - Present

Austin Criminal Defense Lawyer Association

Member

2009 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2008 - Present

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2004 - Present

Texas Young Lawyers Association

Member

2004 - Present

State Bar of Texas

member

2004 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2014

Austin Bar Association, Criminal Law Section

Vice Chair

2012 - 2013

Austin Young Lawyers Association

Former Board of Directors

Sample of Legal Cases

Assault Family Violence

Dismissed

Indecency by Contact

Case Dismissed

State of Texas v. Felder

Not Guilty (x3)

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Education

2004

Texas Tech University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Austin College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2015

Risk Management

DWI/Expunction Overview

2014

Risk Management

DWI/Criminal Law Overview

2013

Organizational Meeting

DUI/DWI Awareness

2012

Criminal Defense

Criminal Defense/Risk Management

2011

Organizational Meeting

Risk Managment/Criminal Defense

2010

Organizational Meetings Criminal Defense/Risk Management

Publications

2004

Texas Tech Alumni Magazine Editor

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

Top Contributor

David earned significant contribution points in 2013.

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