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David Kephart
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Biography
Thank you for reviewing my profile and considering me to represent you in your criminal defense, DUI/DWI, or personal injury case.
Choosing a lawyer is as important as picking a doctor, and I encourage you to take your time in making this potentially life altering decision. I also encourage you to contact several attorneys before you contact me so you can see the difference between their hard-selling, used car dealer approach and my honest, straightforward, no-nonsense approach.
I take great pride in obtaining the best results possible for my clients. I enjoy an excellent reputation throughout the legal community because of my legal intellect, personal integrity, professionalism, and unrelenting drive to protect my clients.
I represent clients in Tempe, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe, Maricopa County and throughout Arizona. I also work with a network of attorneys covering many practice areas, so if I cannot personally represent you, I will help you find an attorney who can.
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
20 years
DUI and DWI
50%
20 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Arizona for 20 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of David Jameson Kephart, PLLC
PO BOX 25106, Phoenix, AZ, 85002
Law Offices of David Kephart
301 West Washington, Phoenix, AZ
Law Offices of David Kephart
200 East Chicago, Chandler, AZ, 85225
Law Offices of David Kephart
3700 North 75th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, 85251
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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | DUI & DWI
Posted by Thomas C | November 17, 2014 | DUI & DWI
The best in the valley. HANDS DOWN
If you have a DUI call Mr. Kephart. I had a complicated extreme DUI case that David did an outstanding job on. He went to court for me when my work schedule did not permit me to be in person at the hearing. He was honest, professional, straightforward, easy to get ahold of and above all affordable. ...
Posted by Cindy | January 26, 2014 | DUI & DWI
A hero
When two of my kids needed a lawyer, David proved to be a hero. A year ago, my college-age daughter was charged with giving alcohol to a friend who was a minor. For a future teacher, this is a serious charge which would have kept her from ever receiving certification. David worked something out wh...
David Kephart's Lawyer Endorsements
"Dave is a superb lawyer with excellent courtroom skills. I have seen him in action in court many times and recommend him without hesitation."
"David was opposing counsel on a number of matters, he always knew how to get things done for his clients."
"I spent a fantastic week with Mr, Kephart at Trial Lawyer's College in Wyoming. He has the skill, aptitude, and drive to take on any case. I would trust David to handle a close family member's case."
"I have known David for several years. I have seen him in action and he is a phenomenal lawyer. I would recommend him without hesitation."
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"David works hard for his clients and he knows his stuff when it comes to DUI."
"David has the knowledge and experience required to win cases. He is very skilled in front of a jury and convincing to a judge. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. David is an excellent attorney, he is the go to guy when legal strategy and brain storming is needed. I would hire him in a heart beat."
"David is a very hard working attorney who is very knowledgeable in his area of practice. I know that his research and writing skills are outstanding as I have worked with him in the past."
"I picked David Kephart as one of a group of lawyers I assembled in Phoenix to work on a high-profile criminal prosecution of several of my clients. It was a terrific decision. Our defense was a total success, against the odds. If I ever have the misfortune to have to defend a criminal case in Phoenix again, I will call David."
"Mr. Kephart is a great attorney. He is knowledgeable about the law and knows how to get results. I recommend him without hesitation."
"I have known Mr. Kephart for many years. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of a great attorney."
"I endorse Mr. Kephart. Mr. Kephart is a top notch attorney that is respected in our community and obtains excellent results for his clients."
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"I endorse this lawyer. He has a reputation for working his cases, preparing well for trial and produces results both before his cases go to trial in dismissals, fair resolutions while still knowing when to announce ready for trial. I would not hesitate putting my loved ones in his care. This is an incredibly brilliant attorney with skills that are always worth watching."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2008
Presidential Award, Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice
2005
Order of the Barristers, International Academy of Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2010 - Present
Managing Partner/Attorney, Law Office of David Jameson Kephart, PLLC
2008 - 2010
Partner, Shell, Nermyr, Kephart, PLLC
2005 - 2008
Trial Attorney, Maricopa County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2011 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
American Society of Trial ConsultantsMember
2008 - Present
Arizona Attorneys for Criminal JusticeMember
2008 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2005 - Present
State Bar of ArizonaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Robertson
All charges dismissed
State v. Sol
Evidence Suppressed, Case Dismissed
State v. Groves
Not Guilty.
State v. Grimes
Not Guilty of Aggravated Assault, Guilty of Possession of Marijuana
State V. Draper
Not Guilty
State v. Love
Not Guilty
State v. Brown
Not Guilty
State v. Patchett
Not Guilty
State v. English
Not Guilty
State v. Bonner
Not Guilty
State v. Lewis
All charges dismissed
State v. Egbert
Not Guilty
State v. Torres
Attempted Murder Charge Dismissed
State v. Afflick
Not Guilty.
State v. Cabrera
Dismissed
State v. Carlon
All charges dismissed
State v. Carbajal
Not Guilty
State v. Marchese
Not Guilty
State v. Groves
Not Guilty
State v. Hebert
Not Guilty
State v. Greenfelder
Not Guilty
Education
2005
Arizona State College of Law
Juris Doctorate
2002
Kansas State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2014
Arizona Public Defenders Association Annual Conference
The Ins and Outs of Computer Search Warrants
2013
CLE Seminar
Computer and Digital Evidence in Criminal Cases
2013
Arizona Public Defenders Association Annual Conference
Scientific Jury Selection
2012
Arizona Public Defender Association's Annual Conference
Grand Jury Presentations
Publications
N/A
For the Defense-Maricopa County Public Defender's Office
The Police Taser and You
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
If I successfully complete the federal pretrial intervention program will my criminal arrest show up on background checks?
09 Apr 2019
Q&A
If a felon /ex con in receives a voters to registration card
20 Sep 2013
Q&A
If the date if a citation on a DUI ticket is wrong will it be dismissed?
18 Sep 2013