David Mark Wallin

David Mark Wallin

4.6
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 38 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Palmdale, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence, Violent Crime ... +3 more

41319 12th Street West, Suite 101, Palmdale, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 38 years

State: California

Acquired: 1987

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No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of David M. Wallin

41319 12th Street West, Suite 101, Palmdale, CA, 93551

Law Offices of David M. Wallin

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David Mark Wallin's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by Robert | March 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

You're likely better off going with the public defender then this grab your money law firm

This is the typical law office that takes your money and runs. First court date they were unaware that the DA's office had filed charges against me. There was nobody to represent me until they send somebody to stand there next to me while the court throws judgments against me. The attorney who showed... up late was totally unaware of my case. I pretty much paid $3,500 to have somebody stand there next to me. I ended up with a bench warrant for non-compliance of breathalyzer for eating street tacos. They wanted an extra $800 to hold my hand in court. I ended up going with public defender's office which I should have done from the get-go. I understand a lawyer will not necessarily save you from legal problems but this office clearly spent little to no time on my case. Never was I able to even talk to the attorney handling my case looks like it kept getting thrown around to different attorneys. I was only able to talk to office assistants. I ended up pleading guilty with the public defender's office and case closed.

Posted by anonymous | August 11, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Look no further!

I came to Mr.Wallins with a false accusation against me.They kept me informed and ready for what may come. I'm happy to say that his team was able to stop it from going further and I can continue on with my life.I know they did everything in their power to make sure the lies of others didn't ruin my... life. Even in a time where I felt I couldn't trust anybody anymore I felt safe with my case in the hands of his team.I highly recommend them to anybody. Thank you.

David Wallin

Replied last August 11, 2015

I love getting charges NOT FILED, whenever possible. Your words are heart-warming, and validate what we do here every day. And, like in your case, when someone calls us early enough, we may be able to get someone else's charges not filed. So thank you very much, and we are proud to be able to fight for our clients every day. David Wallin

Posted by sherry | August 11, 2015 | Criminal Defense

I am a client of David Wallin Law firm and working with his associate Attorney Andrew Tan & Paralegal Lorraine Alva

When I first came to this Law Firm David Wallin was my first contact and he took the time need to consult with me and under the circumstanses I was an emotional wreck, David was very patient and understanding he took the time I needed to explain everything to me regarding my charges and my defense. ...David Wallin has an Excellant Law Firm and his Staff of Attorneys and Paralegals are Top Notch! I knew I found the right place as soon as I saw Elvis :) Really I had a terrible experience the previous day consulting with another attorney who had no knowlege and gave me conflicting information so I kept looking and found Wallin Law Firm and I can say without a doubpt they are the Best in the antelope Valley!! I also attached my review of Wallin Law Firms Attorney Andrew Tan and his Paralegal Lorraine Alva, I am currently working with them both and have no complaints! ....................................Here is my review of his staff......................................... Andrew Tan is my criminal defense attorney @ Wallin Law in Palmdale Ca Posted by Sherry S., April 28th, 2015 20:21FlagOverall rating Excellent•I recommend Andrew Tan. I am currently being represented by Andrew Tan at Wallin Law Firm. I have complete confidence and trust in Andrew, I know he is doing everything posable to defend me, he is very knowledgable working with the DA and the Legal system. I know that whatever he does it is always for my bennifit, I can always expect a call or and email back anytime I have a question, he will always be patient and explain everything so it's very clear. I would highly recommend Andrew Tan for ypur criminal deference, I know I will be back soon to let everyone know that my criminal case against me will be either dropped or I will be found not guilty of the charges against me due to Andrew Tan's expertise! I also need to mention Andrew's Paralegal Lorraine Alva, she has been a true Blessing to me during this most difficult time in my life, she is truly compassionate and she genuinely cares. This special touch makes all the diffrence when dealing with the legal system. Andrew may be busy working on you defense, I know Lorraine will always be available for my calls or emails. Lorraine is very professional and you can be sure she will follow through and get the answers you need & that she will always follow up to let me know that she did forward my message to Andrew and that he would get back to me soon. Andrew Tan and Lorraine Alva work very well together to give their clients the total package for the best legal defense. I would absolutely recommend them for your criminal defense at Wallin Law Firm in the Antelope Valley, California

David Wallin

Replied last August 11, 2015

I want to personally thank you for your kind words, expressing your interaction with me and those on the team, to help you in this vey difficult situation. We wake up every morning, with 1 goal in mind...." TO GET THE BEST RESULT POSSIBLE." We are Blessed to be here to fight for every day people, every day...and we have doing that for over 24 years....and we love our job. Thanks again..........David Wallin

Posted by Kevin | July 29, 2014

Thank you Mr.Wallin and staff

I hired David Wallin and his Law firm after speaking with several other Law firms about my case. Mr. Wallin kept me calm and feeling comfortable with his knowledge during our initial 30 minute phone call. I never felt rushed or as if he had something more important than my situation at that time. Dur...ing the extent of my case I had full access to Mr.Wallin, Mr.Tan, Paralegals and the staff, each and every time I called. When facing serious legal issues it was such a relief to have a Law firm pay such personal attention to me and help me through the process. A personal thank you to Mr.Wallin and his staff for for getting me through the roughest part of my life with a positive outcome. I could not have gotten through this without The Law offices of David M Wallin and I highly recommend their professionalism, knowledge and personal touch.

Posted by anonymous | February 04, 2014 | Litigation

GREAT LAWYER

Great Attorney. Very Knowledgeable , I felt very comfortable with David. He was very informative with me in all parts of litigation and I felt very confident with him at all times.

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David Mark Wallin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dan Danet

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Merrigan

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 27

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Olsen

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 25

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Carlson

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 17

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aryan Aliakbarzadeh

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 07

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"I endorse this lawyer. He is a well respected and hard working member of the legal community.A great advocate for his client's rights."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 02

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy O'Laughlin

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 23

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"I endorse this lawyer. David is well known in the legal community as an effective advocate for his clients."

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John O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Wallin. As a former prosecutor and current defense attorney he possesses a a rare trait. "They know that he knows what they know". If you are anywhere near the antelope valley and need a skilled attorney than this is your man."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 05

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"I endorse David. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Mar 27

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"Top-notch lawyer. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Damian Castaneda

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 18

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"I endorse Mr. Wallin. He is a former prosecutor. And he has a reputation as one of the most experienced and best criminal-defense lawyers in the Antelope Valley. I would refer those closest to me if they were in need of a criminal-defense lawyer. My law-school roommate has worked for Mr. Wallin for 13 years. That's important to know because Mr. Wallin's staff is very loyal. His staff has stayed with him for many years. And that benefits you the client because his staff is experienced with his high standards. I met Mr. Wallin's entire staff many years ago. I was impressed with the professionalism of his administrative and paralegal staff. Of course the attorneys were professional as well, but the non-lawyer staff really made an impression with their professionalism and preparedness—I don't see that very often from a lawyer's staff. As a lawyer, I deal with many law firms. Mr. Wallin's firm is one of the most professional I have met. I admire the practice that he has built."

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Alfredo Guevara

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 28

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"Caring and always looking out for his clients best interest."

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Tyson Beers

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 28

Relationship: Co-worker

"Honest and Trustworthy!"

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Best Criminal Attorney, Santa Clarita Valley Living Magazine

Work Experience

1996 - Present

Lead Attorney, Law Offices of David Wallin

1987 - 1992

Deputy District Attorney, Ls Angeles County District Attorney's Office

Associations

1987 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Education

N/A

University of West Los Angeles School of Law - West Los Angeles

JD - Juris Doctor

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California State University, Long Beach

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

Spanish

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