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David Carl Beyersdorf

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Avvo Rating9.7
  • Sonora, CA
  • Licensed for 18 years
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About David

Currently taking cases defending people who have been accused of crimes and people injured in accidents. Straight talk. No nonsense.

Practice areas

OtherDUI and DWIViolent crimeCar accidentCriminal defense
  1. Criminal defense: 40%

    Full service Criminal Defense of adults and Juveniles from all misdemeanors to serious and violent strike felonies.

    19 years, 1,000 cases

  2. Car accident: 25%

    Automobile Accident, Truck Accident, Motorcycle Accident

    19 years, 100 cases

  3. Violent crime: 10%

    19 years, 100 cases

  4. DUI and DWI: 10%

    19 years, 200 cases

  1. Sex crime: 10%

    19 years, 100 cases

  2. White collar crime: 5%

    19 years, 50 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

195 South Washington Street
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David C. Beyersdorf, Attorney

195 South Washington Street
Sonora, CA, 95370

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License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
CAActive200407/27/2020
WAAdministrative Suspension200109/17/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
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Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Top 100 Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyers Association2018
2016 Top ContributorAvvo2016
Top 100 Trial LawyersThe National Trial Lawyers2015
2012 Clients ChoiceAvvo2012
Certificate of appreciationMarjaree Mason Center for Battered Women2008
Certificate of appreciationFresno Police Activities League2007
Certificate of appreciationKhmer Society of Fresno2006
Certificate of RecognitionCalifornia State Assembly2006
Certificate of RecognitionCalifornia State Senate2006
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyDavid C. Beyersdorf, Attorney2016 - Present
AttorneyCiummo & Associates2012 - 2016
OwnerTHE BEYERSDORF LAW FIRM2008 - 2011
Partner/AttorneyLEE & BEYERSDORF, LLP2006 - 2008
Solo PractitionerThe Beyersdorf Law Firm2005 - 2006
AttorneyBrunn & Flynn, A Professional Corporation2004 - 2005
AttorneyLaw Office of Hal J. Geiersbach, P.S.C.2002 - 2003
InternWashington State Attorney General'sOffice2000 - 2000
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember2018 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember2004 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember2015 - 2018
Fresno County Bar AssociationMember2006 - 2011
Washington State Bar AssociationMember2001 - 2007
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
Seattle University School of LawJD - Juris Doctor2001
University of Washington -SeattleBA - Bachelor of Arts1997
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Tips For Handling The Personal Injury CasePersonal Injury - Continuing Legal Education for Lawyers2008
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
People v. S.K.Not Guilty by Jury Trial
People v. K.H.Dismissed
People v. S.D.Not Guilty by Jury Trial
People v. J.MDismissed
People v. E.S.All sex counts dismissed or not guilty by jury, Mr. S was found guilty of possessing the firearm and ammunition as well as the methamphetamine and heroin. Mr. S is out of jail and with his family.
People v. K.C.Two Strikes charged. Not Guilty on all counts after Trial By Jury
People v. _._Acquittal after Jury Trial
People v. E. W.Dismissed on morning of trial
People v. M.C.Not Guilty after Jury Trial
People v. M.C.Not Guilty after Jury Trial
People v. (anonymous)Dismissed on morning of trial
People v. C.G.Not Guilty on Felonies & Guilty on Misdemeanor
People v. Michael C.Dismissed
People v. Timothy T.Case Dismissed
People v. M.C.Not guilty of Strike Felony 245(a)(1) after trial. Guilty of misdemeanor assault.
People v. M.C.Acquittal
People v. R.I.Jury Verdict of Not Guilty
People v. A.O.Dismissed
People v. H.S.Dismissed
People v. B.G.Dismissed
People v. D.O.Not Guilty on all counts
People v. D.M.Dismissed
I. v. I.Won
People v. L.B.Dismissed
People v. V.P.Dismissed
People v. R.F.Dismissed
People v. P.Dismissed
People v. M.Not Guilty by reason of insanity
People v. K.HCase Dismissed
People v. P.S.Not Guilty all counts
People v. S.R.Not Guilty
People v. G.K.Dismissed
K. v. K.Not Guilty
People v. C.H.Dismissed
People v. L.R.Not Guilty
People v. L.F.Dismissed
People v. J.MDismissed
People v. J.S.Dismissed
People v. D.W.Dismissed
People v. D.W.Dismissed
People v. J.BDismissed on the morning of trial

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110% Agree with so many others! An honest lawyer you can trust!

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I read the other reviews & cannot agree more with all but one! David is a superb attorney. Years ago as a public defender he stuck with my husband on a case that went on for two years! My husband was charged with a co-defendant to whom he was giving a ride home as they lived near eachother. His car was unlawfully searched when the passenger lied about his probation status and the passenger (unknowingly to my husband) had drugs with him and he threw them in the backseat of the car! The case took two long years of going back to court over & over - the co-defendant kept not showing up. When he finally did all charges were dismissed against my husband, the other guy did some time as he should, but the fact that he stood by my husband for that long is the sign of not only a great attorney but a good person. A couple years later we were in need of his assistance again through no fault of our own (its a crazy long story but the charges were felonies! My husband wasn't the smartest kid when he was in his 20's & his priors (that were 20 yrs ago!!) were always why the DA seemed to want to push this case despite not having evidence - bc there literally wasn't any - except the statement of one person who - from the outset told my husband's mother that she thought he was stealing from her when he was helping her move! It was insane!). We immediately thought to look up David to see where he was now practicing. He was the only lawyer Id ever seen who would actually listen & not assume you were just guilty before being proven innocent. This was the first time I had the chance to interact with David, though I'd seen him in court many (too many times) He listens to you, is a genuinely nice man, understanding and he will stick with you & fight for you no matter what! He will believe in you and he is great at his job - our case was dismissed & the court apologized to my husband - which was HUGE for him. I highly recommend retaining his services esp if you want an attorney who will treat you with respect and he's also a very honest man! I cant say enough wonderful things about him! If we are ever in need of an attorney in the future. He's the ONLY attorney I would ever call!! Thank you David for being so good to us & fighting for us! We will never forget it & always appreciate it!!
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He's anawesome down to earth guy

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Dave has been fighting my case for two years. The district attorney was set on hanging me and would not budge. Right before trial the d.a. dismissed my case. Although she wants to refile, as I sit here right now I have nothing over my head and it feels good. No more harassment from the sheriff or the d.a... thank you Dave. I truely needed to remember what free was.
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Case Thrown Out

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Mr. Beyersdorf did a very good job and won my cases. I knew we would win. I can move on with my life now. Thank You.
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Hired attorney

Best Attorney in Sonora

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David did a great job getting my case dismissed despite the overzealous advocacy of the Tuolumne County District Attorney's Office. He's honest, professional and was up front about his legal fees. I highly recommend the legal services of Mr. David Beyersdorf. There are a ton of criminal defense attorneys in Sonora, but if you want the best and you want to win...call David, period.
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Hired attorney

Great work.

Posted by

Thank you David for sticking with me and not giving up on my case. I know that it was your hard work that won the day. I'll recommend you to everyone.
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Hired attorney

i take back my initial remark

Posted by

A couple of months ago I posted that Mr.Beyersdorf wasn't responding to mine or my boyfriends request to speak with him (my boyfriend is his incarcerated client). Since then I have spoken with him and so has my boyfriend and we are very happy with his work he has put a lot off time amd effort into our case and we couldn't be more happy. Thank you David Beyersdorf.
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Hired attorney

An Honest Lawyer....Who Knew?

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I was injured in a car accident and used David's services. He explained the whole process and made sure I was comfortable with the settlement. It really seemed like he cared about me and my family. I'll go back to David if I need another lawyer in the future.

Kick Ass!

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I got charged with a felony. Dave worked with the DA and the DA offered to reduce it to a misdemenor. Dave said not to plea and to let him keep fighting it. The day before the next hearing Dave called me and told me that the case was getting dismissed. I don't know what you did, dave but THANK YOU!!

Case Dismissed!

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I got charged with domestic violence when my girlfriend lied to the police. Dave got the case dismissed. The public defender wanted me to plead guilty!
David Beyersdorf's response: Thanks for the comment. I am glad that I was able to get the positive result that you deserved!

Not afraid to go to trial

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He defended me when the DA and public defender tried to force me into a deal. Dave was the only one who actually listened to my side, and we won.
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Eugene Carson, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 8, 2019
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Walter Hnot,, Social security Attorney on Apr 7, 2017
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David is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation.

Adam Zayed, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 9, 2017
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Jason Stone, Litigation Attorney on Jan 30, 2017
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Gregory Cade, Mesothelioma and asbestos Attorney on Jan 26, 2017
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I endorse this attorney. His professionalism, remarkable knowledge and vast experience place David among the top notch lawyers in his areas of practice. With utmost dedication and quick critical thinking, he has successfully resolved an impressive number of cases over the course of his career. I highly recommend this lawyer to anyone who needs quality legal representation.

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Amir Soleimanian, DUI and DWI Attorney on Sep 21, 2016
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Meghan Taylor, DUI and DWI Attorney on Aug 12, 2016
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Ayodele Ojo, Immigration Attorney on May 3, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. He is vast in his knowledge of criminal defense

Rickey Farrow, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 7, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer.

Ricardo Vazquez, Immigration Attorney on Apr 6, 2016
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This lawyers credentials speak for itself. What are you waiting for? Hire him!

Susan Kassel, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 22, 2016
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David is an amazingly skilled criminal defense attorney!

Noah Peterson, Employment and labor Attorney on Feb 16, 2016
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David is an excellent criminal defense attorney, I strongly endorse this lawyer.

A. Felsen, DUI and DWI Attorney on Jan 3, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Great guy! You are in good hands!

Luis Toribio, Immigration Attorney on Jan 2, 2016
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David Schwaner, Car accident Attorney on Dec 13, 2015
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Susan Hearne, DUI and DWI Attorney on Dec 6, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. He has years of experience, but is still excited and vivacious about the law and his clients. An intelligent and capable attorney.

Justin Ervin, DUI and DWI Attorney on Nov 23, 2015
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Vonnie Dones, Litigation Attorney on Nov 19, 2015
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I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A top-notch attorney, highly respected in the legal community.

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