David Paul Foos

David Paul Foos

4.6
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 47 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Sacramento, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury, DUI & DWI

3947 Lennane Dr.,, Ste. 120, Sacramento, CA

About David

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

I practice all aspects of criminal defense including felonies, misdemeanors and juvenile law. I handle all cases including drug matters, DUI, assaults, thefts, fraud, traffic matters, and sex crimes. I have represented thousands of clients and served for 16 years as a Judge Pro Tem of the Sacramento Superior Court where I heard misdemeanor and traffic matters.

47 years | 3,000 cases

50%
Personal Injury 30%

20 years | 400 cases

30%
DUI and DWI 20%

47 years | 700 cases

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 47 years

State: California

Acquired: 1978

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Foos Gavin Law Firm, P.C.

3947 Lennane Dr.,, Ste. 120, Sacramento, CA, 95834

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David Paul Foos's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | July 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Forever grateful

David Foos worked diligently on my case and through considerable effort was able to get my case dismissed by working behind the scenes to formulate an equitable settlement. I can't thank him enough for what he was able to do for me. Not only was he able to save me from the exorbitant legal fees of ha...ving to go to trial, but he also prevented me from having to pay the associated costs of having to post bail. Mr. Foos protected my present life, my family, and my future. There is little that I can say that will fully express my gratitude for what he was able to accomplish. I had never needed a lawyer before, but when I did I'm glad that I had David Foos by my side. His constant communication pertaining to my case, it's progress, and it's eventual outcome kept me reassured and confident that I was being looked after. He was able to accomplish more than I could have ever hoped for. Thank you Mr. Foos, sincerely, your work makes a huge difference in the lives of those in need of your services. I can't express my thanks enough.

Posted by Shelven Prasad | October 02, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly recommended

David Foos is excellent lawyer, along side his paralegal Eric. David handled my case work in a short amount of time, for great deal, and at same really understands about second chances. Even 7 months after my charges were dropped he still is willing to help his former clients. Thanks David for all yo...ur help... Cheers!!

Posted by Ali | March 27, 2015 | Bankruptcy & Debt

i will not recommand david foos

Mr foos accepted my case in 2010.and right before my court he drop my case(2014) and left me with a lot of medical and credit card bills.$350000 case ends up to $o.no other attorney will take my case ,they said my case is 4years old,(too old).going for bankruptcy now.

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David Paul Foos's Lawyer Endorsements

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Paul Chan

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. David Foos is an extremely competent lawyer who will make sure he is providing the best level of representation for his client. David consulted with me on a matter with one of his clients because David wants to make sure he is covering all the basis with any potential collateral consequences."

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Perry Hicks

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David is an excellent attorney and an even better person. He works cases hard and cares deeply about his clients."

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David Knoll

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse David Foos. I have had the pleasure of working with him on several cases and he was always very knowledgeable of the law and well prepared. He is well regarded by everyone in the Courthouse. He takes the time to truly listen to what his clients have to say and explains all of their options. You are in excellent hands if you have David as your attorney."

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Clemente Jimenez

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Foos has proven himself to be an effective advocate for his clients. He is well-respected among the legal community."

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John Swimmer

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"David is an excellent attorney who upholds the highest ethical and practice standards. I worked with David at the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyer's College and was impressed by his character and dedication. You are lucky to have David as your attorney."

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William Babich

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have witnessed David's case preparation in person. His approach is methodical and instinctual. I highly recommend David to anyone needing superb and caring representation in the fields of criminal or personal injury law."

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Christina Sherman

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A compassionate lawyer whose client's are lucky to have him!"

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Sean Gavin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"David applies the knowledge he gained from years on the bench for his private clients, with tremendous results."

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David Knoll

Criminal defense lawyer

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Erika Gaspar

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Service Appreciation Award, Sacramento Superior Court

2006

Community Focused Court Planning Award, Sacramento Superior Court

2000

Appreciation Award, Sacramento Indigent Defense Panel

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Partner, Foos Gavin Law Firm

2008 - 2014

Staff Attorney, Bowman and Associates

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Beyer, Pongratz & Rosen, PLC

1990 - 2005

Sacramento Superior Court Commissioner, Sacramento County Superior Court

1988 - 1990

Deputy Public Defender, Sacramento County Public Defender's Office

1983 - 1988

Deputy Public Defender, Solano County California

Associations

2014 - Present

California Drunk Driving Defense Attorneys

Associate Attorney

2011 - Present

Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College

F Warrior Member

2007 - Present

Capitol City Trial Lawyers Association

Associate Attorney

2007 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member Attorney

1990 - 2007

California Judges Association

Judicial Member

1990 - 2007

California Court Commissioners Association

Associate Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Can't

Case Dismissed

People v. Acierto

Case dismissed

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Education

1977

University of California, Hastings College of the Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1974

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2006

Traffic Adjudication Seminar

Insurance law

2005

Traffic Adjudication Conference

DUI Procedure

Publications

2007

Sacramento Superior Court Traffic Court Procedure

Languages

English

Spanish

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