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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Retainer

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 38 years

State: California

Acquired: 1987

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of David M. Wallin

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

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David Mark Wallin's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

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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 | September 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Experience. Diligent. Professional

Life may not always go as planned, and sometimes family members can end up in a hard spot. Cops aren’t always trained to deal with a mental health crisis, which can lead to arrest and charges. I and my family were so glad we took the time to speak with Mr. Wallin. His experience radiated through ...as he articulated the process and kept all parties in the loop. His intimate experience as Deputy District Attorney was demonstrated as he navigated the case while staying professional regardless of hurdles. Not only is he a professional, but his staff is professional and knowledgable too. Each office member we spoke with was timely and always followed back up. Taking care to explain again, or going above and beyond to speak to other parties. The law office took a detailed and diligent approach gathering statements, character letters, and other supplemental documents to argue for a strong dismissal, which the case was rejected. We can not recommend the Law Office of David Wallin enough. Law is complicated with a lot of intricate parts, Mr. Walling and his staff take their decades of experience and passion for clients to a higher level than the Antelope Valley usually gets. Don’t settle for less. Go for the best. Go for Wallin an experienced diligent professional.

Posted by anonymous | April 22, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Wonderfull

I came to Mr Wallin all apprehensive after my abusive evil ex spouse lied to the cops when I was not even home and lied saying that I scratch him and made domestic violence allegations. I am a health care worker I help people not hurt people, Mr Wallin help prove that to the DA and my case was rejec...ted and I was not charge with any criminal stuff ,that saved my career and license. Loraine his paralegal was an angel, compassionate and full of empathy. Mr Wallin and his staff are the best in AV. I would always recommend him always.

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 Tom | January 26, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Professional Lawyer

I had a legal matter that I used Andrew Tan, a member of Wallin's team, for earlier this year. He was very professional and I would recommend him for any criminal matters.

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David Mark Wallin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dan Danet

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Merrigan

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Thomas Olsen

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Other

"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

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Timothy O'Laughlin

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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Damian Castaneda

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Other

"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

Relationship: Co-worker

"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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Alfredo Guevara

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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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