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David Carl Beyersdorf

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Avvo Rating9.7
  • Sonora, CA
  • Licensed for 19 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.

    20 years, 1,000 cases

  2. Car accident: 25%

    Automobile Accident, Truck Accident, Motorcycle Accident

    20 years, 100 cases

  3. Violent crime: 10%

    20 years, 100 cases

  4. DUI and DWI: 10%

    20 years, 200 cases

  1. Sex crime: 10%

    20 years, 100 cases

  2. White collar crime: 5%

    20 years, 50 cases

Languages spoken

English

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Contact

David C. Beyersdorf, Attorney

195 South Washington Street
Sonora, CA, 95370

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    CAActive200408/02/2021
    WAAdministrative Suspension200109/10/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers673
    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 Senate2006
    Certificate of RecognitionCalifornia State Assembly2006
    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.
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    Reviews

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    Review David Beyersdorf

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

    Posted by

    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!!
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    He's anawesome down to earth guy

    Posted by

    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

    Posted by

    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.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Best Attorney in Sonora

    Posted by

    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.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    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.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    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.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    An Honest Lawyer....Who Knew?

    Posted by

    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!

    Posted by

    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!

    Posted by

    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

    Posted by

    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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    Attorney endorsements

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    Eugene Carson, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 8, 2019
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Walter Hnot,, Car accident 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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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Jason Stone

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Gregory Cade, Car accident 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.

    Ali Ebrahimzadeh

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Amir Soleimanian, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 21, 2016
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Meghan Taylor, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 12, 2016
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Ayodele Ojo, Criminal defense 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 6, 2016
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Ricardo Vazquez, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 5, 2016
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    This lawyers credentials speak for itself. What are you waiting for? Hire him!

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

    Noah Peterson, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 15, 2016
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    David is an excellent criminal defense attorney, I strongly endorse this lawyer.

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

    Luis Toribio, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 1, 2016
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Charles Upton, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 15, 2015
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    David Schwaner, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 12, 2015
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Susan Hearne, Criminal defense 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, Criminal defense Attorney on Nov 23, 2015
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    I endorse this lawyer.

    Vonnie Dones, Criminal defense 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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