David Michael Cantor

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David Michael Cantor

also known as David Cantor, DM Cantor

4.5
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Violent Crime ... +2 more

40 N Central Ave, Suite 2300, Phoenix, AZ

Virtual Consultation Available

About David

Biography

3 Certified Criminal Law Specialists, 5,000+ Case Victories & over 150+ Not Guilty Jury Trial Acquittals!

3 Certified Criminal Law Specialists, 5,000+ Case Victories & over 150+ Not Guilty Jury Trial Acquittals!

3 Certified Criminal Law Specialists, 5,000+ Case Victories & over 150+ Not Guilty Jury Trial Acquittals!

3 Certified Criminal Law Specialists, 5,000+ Case Victories & over 150+ Not Guilty Jury Trial Acquittals!

3 Certified Criminal Law Specialists, 5,000+ Case Victories & over 150+ Not Guilty Jury Trial Acquittals!

3 Certified Criminal Law Specialists, 5,000+ Case Victories & over 150+ Not Guilty Jury Trial Acquittals!

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 35%

37 years | 4,100 cases

35%
DUI and DWI 20%

37 years | 3,200 cases

20%
Violent Crime 20%

37 years | 2,000 cases

20%
White Collar Crime 20%

37 years | 200 cases

20%
Juvenile Law 5%

37 years | 200 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer

Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 36 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1989

Active

No misconduct found

Location

DM Cantor

40 N Central Ave, Suite 2300, Phoenix, AZ, 85004

dmcantor.com/

Online Presence

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David Michael Cantor's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.5 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | DUI & DWI

Posted by anonymous | May 14, 2021 | DUI & DWI

Very Helpful!

I consulted with him regarding a criminal issue for one of my employees. Very helpful. He provided me information about how my employees driver license may be affected and what to expect for him on his DUI charge.

Posted by John | July 10, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Excellent results!

David Michael Cantors staff of highley respected attorneys have handled two seperate cases for me. One, a feloney DUI and the other a license revocation. David Maletta was the attorney that handled my cases for Mr. Cantor. In the feloney case the end result was a reduction to misdemeaner and 3 days i...n jail vs. a feloney and fOUR MONTHS MINIMUM in prison. The MVD refused to allow me my drivers license after three years revocation Mr. Maletta got me the green light to get it back in less than two months. I cannot Thank you Mr. Maletta and Mr. Cantor enough. Thank's J.W.

Posted by anonymous | June 03, 2014 | DUI & DWI

DUI CHARGE WITH "VERY" FAVORABLE OUTCOME, DESPITE OBSTACLES

MY 24 Y/O DAUGHTER WAS CHARGED WITH A DUI IN TEMPE. AS HER PARENTS, OUR FAMILY WAS DEVASTATED. WE DID SOME RESEARCH REGARDING ATTORNEY'S EXPERIENCED IN THIS FIELD AND HAD A CONSULTATION WITH THE CANTOR LAW FIRM. DAVID MALETTA MET WITH US & AFTER HEARING ALL OF THE FACTS, ASSURED US THAT THEIR FIRM WO...ULD BE ABLE TO HELP. ATTORNEY JONATHAN GOEBEL WAS THE ASSIGNED ATTORNEY AND MET WITH US INITIALLY TO DISCUSS THE PARTICULARS AND AGAIN AT A LATER DATE. ALTHOUGH HER BAC LEVEL WAS JUST OVER THE LEGAL LIMIT, HER CASE COMPLICATED BY A PRIOR RECKLESS DRIVING CHARGE WITHIN THE LAST 5 YRS, MAKING A PLEA OF ANOTHER RECKLESS DRIVING ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO ACCEPT WITHOUT A MANDATORY LICENSE REVOCATION FOR 1 YEAR. MR GOEBEL APPROACHED MY DAUGHTER'S CASE WITH EXPERIENCE AND TENACITY AND HIS DILIGENT NEGOTIATIONS ALLOWED MY DAUGHTER TO RECEIVE AN AGGRESSIVE DRIVING CHARGE, WHICH THEN DID NOT FORCE THE MANDATORY LICENSE REVOCATION. THERE IS NO DUI ON HER RECORD. THERE WERE APPROPRIATE CONSEQUENCES CONSISTENT WITH AGRESSIVE DRIVING, NONE OF WHICH INCLUDED LOOSING HER LICENSE AND/OR THE NEED TO HAVE AN IGNITION INTERLOCK ON HER VEHICLE. MY DAUGHTER WAS FORTUNATE NOT ONLY FOR THE FINAL OUTCOME, BUT TO HAVE AVOIDED THE "STIGMA" ASSOCIATED WITH A DUI ON HER RECORD. OUR SINCERE APPRECIATION TO THE CANTOR LAW FIRM, DAVID MALETTA AND MOST IMPORTANTLY- JONATHAN GOEBEL. THANK YOU, THANK YOU.

Posted by anonymous | July 09, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Beyond Aggressive

When I was arrested in Scottsdale for a DUI, I did not know what to do, I do not live in Arizona, I was leaving the next morning to return home and have never gone through anything like this in my life. I also felt that I was about to be railroaded by the City of Scottsdale over this charge and to s...ay the very least, I was scared. My life was about to be turned upside down, and not only at home, financially, but also with my career. After returning home, I found the David Michael Cantor firm and called them. I explained what happen and after reviewing my side of the story, they walked me through my options. I decided to fight the charge, even though I was from another state. I have to say that I was very impressed with the legal representation I received and felt confident that if nothing else, I would have my day in court. My attorney stayed in constant communications with me with updates and I never had to wait long from him to return my calls when I had questions. Overall, I was very impressed with my legal representation and very happy that I found them. They have given back my life and my dignity. If you should ever find yourself in this type of a situation, do not hesitate to contact them, you will be very happy you did. When David Michael Cantor claims his firm is “Beyond Aggressive,” believe him, I got to witness it firsthand!

Posted by anonymous | April 15, 2013 | DUI & DWI

Extremely knowledgeable and aggressive attorneys who explore every angle

I was pulled towards the end of the year for making a right turn into the 2nd availalbe lane (something every American does during daylight hours) instead of the 1st lane. My friend was in car at the time and called the law office of David Cantor immediately. Someone was available at 11:30 pm to gi...ve me free advice over the phone. A few days later, I was contacted by one of their lawyers; he immediately put my mind at ease about my options; a possible DUI is extremely stressful . I made an appointment to meet with the firm to go over the incident and decide if I wanted to retain their services. Again, the lawyer I spoke with eased my worries with his explanation of the law firm's experience and expertise handling DUI's. So I decided to hire them. As I mentioned before, I was pulled over for making a right turn everyone makes during the day (over the past two weeks I've even seen cop cars make a right turn directly into the second lane of traffic). I bring this up because I believe that I shouldn't have been stopped in the first place. I was pulled over based on an arbitrary law that is hardly enforced, and actually broken by the institution tasked with enforcing this law on a daily basis. But, I found out in a court of law it doesn't matter what you believe. In my case, the law was about procedure. And this is where the Law offices of David Cantor excel. I was assigned a great lawyer, and she had a team of paralegal's and other attorneys helping out. They explored every procedural avenue in trying to win my case. And while I got impatient with the amount of court appearances, I realized these court dates, and the procedures that must be followed, open up many opportunities for the Prosecutors to screw up. It doesn't matter that I believe I shouldn't have been pulled over in the first place; the expertise and aggressiveness of my attorney in using procedural law to my advantage was second to none. My last court date related to a motion to suppress. My attorney argued that the DA's office did not supply correct and timely evidence. On a side note, after listening to my lawyer's oral argument I now understand what they mean by an "aggressive defense". It reminded me of scenes right out of NBC's LA Law. The motion to suppress was successful. And without that evidence there was no case, so my case was dismissed. I was not expecting a dismissal, and wasn't promised one, but I can't complain. I was expecting aggressive, knowledgeable attorneys. And while I can't compare this experience with one in the past, if you are looking for a firm that: 1. Puts your mind at ease from your initial consulation 2. Are experts in DUI/DWI cases and 3. Will aggressively explore every option then I would recommend this law group to everyone.

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David Michael Cantor's Lawyer Endorsements

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Eric Wootton

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"David is an absolute legend when it comes to criminal defense. Watching him work - and getting to work for him - has been an honor and a privilege."

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Joey Hamby

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known David for the last twenty years and I have been a part of his firm for the last 5 years. David is a fierce advocate for his clients. He brings his decades of experience and trial skill to each case he handles and supervises. I have seen David in two recent trials and many other courtroom and criminal defense settings. David brings passion, skill and innovative thinking to every case he is involved in. David is relentless in pursuing the constitutional protections of our clients and I am proud to be on our team."

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Samuel Gordon

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Karpel

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 07

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mr. Cantor is one of the most intelligent lawyers I have ever met. David is a Certified Criminal Law Specialist. His knowledge of the law is second to none. He is honest, ethical, exceptionally skilled and dedicated. His office and staff are world class. David's clients benefit from his tireless work ethic, substantial trial experience, aggressiveness and impressive legal knowledge. I would highly recommend David and his law firm to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney."

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Jonathan Goebel

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I have had the pleasure of working for David in private practice for several years. David is a Certified Criminal Law Specialist who is passionate and diligent in his representation of all of his clients. I would highly recommend him and his team of attorneys to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Douglas Loefgren

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. David Cantor is probably one of the best, if not the best, criminal defense lawyers in the state. If my own liberty was at stake, I would call David Cantor."

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William Klain

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I know Mr. Cantor to be an exceptionally skilled, professional and ethical attorney. David's clients benefit from his tireless work ethic, substantial trial experience and impressive legal knowledge."

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Adam Feldman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Cantor is an exceptional attorney. He is very knowledgable on the law and its most recent nuances. I have personally observed him in court many times and know that he obtains excellent results for his clients."

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Joseph Ostrowski

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Cantor exemplifies the very best attributes of an active attorney and displays a high level of professionalism, confidence and skill we should all aspire to. Honesty, dedication and a love of the law, which means. giving back to others who lack our understanding of the law and a benefit from our inherent desire to provide solutions to problems. The thousands years of combined legal experience of professionals activity participating in this forum represent some of the very best of our profession, which is after all, at its base is desire to help those in need. This Attorney’s experience and knowledge, I believe, demonstrates that there is a desire to provide accurate advice and obtain appropriate results for clients. Most importantly, this Attorney is willing to help complete strangers (as is the case in this forum) with their legal problems for which we collectively provide useful information, thereby demystifying the legal process as much as possible. I would recommend"

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Paul Knost

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Cantor is a great lawyer in Maricopa County. He has tons of experience and knowledge. His clients are lucky to have him!"

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Howard Lewis

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Cantor is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly endorse him."

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Joey Hamby

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Aaron Crane

Car accident lawyer

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William Klain

Litigation lawyer

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Ezra Clark

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Top Criminal Defense, Southwest Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Criminal Defense Lawyer, American Society of Legal Advocates®

2013

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association

2011

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association

2007

Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association

2007

Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI, Southwest Super Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2000

Criminal Trial Section, Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers

Work Experience

1989 - Present

Attorney, DM Cantor

Associations

1999 - Present

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

1989 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1989 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

General Member

1989 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Ms. L.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

State V. Mr. S.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

State V. Mr. J.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

State v. Mr. D.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

State v. Randall

Dismissed (At Jury Trial)

State v. Mr. J.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

U.S. v. Mr. J.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

State v. Mr. W.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

State v. Mr. S.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

State v. Mr. G.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

State v. Mr. C.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

State v. Mr. B.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

State v. Mr. W.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

State v. Mr. W.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

State v. Mr. P.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

State v. Mr. R.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

State v. Mr. G.

Not Guilty / Complete Acquittal (at Jury Trial)

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Education

1988

University of Arizona College of Law

LAW

1986

Arizona State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1986

Arizona State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Ethics Issues for the 21st Century Lawyer

Legal Ethics Regarding Online Advertising

2010

National Child Abuse Defense and Resource Center Conference Child Abuse Defense

Publications

2013

2013

2013

Criminal Law and Defense Blog Statute of Limitations for Felony DUI in Arizona

2013

Criminal Law and Defense Blog DUI Defense: No Actual Physical Control

Languages

English

Activity

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