About David

David Frank practices criminal law in Austin, Texas — He has been a member of the Texas State Bar since 2006. His firm focuses on various aspects of criminal defense, including DUI and DWI cases. The office is located in downtown Austin, where he serves clients throughout Travis County and beyond. He earned both his Master of Laws and Juris Doctor degrees from Vermont Law School in 1992. Prior to that, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English and Political Science from the University of Rochester in 1986.

His educational background provides a solid foundation for understanding complex legal issues, particularly in the realm of criminal law. Most of his practice involves defending clients against charges ranging from minor offenses to serious felonies. Cases typically include pre-trial motions, jury trials, and appeals. He has experience in negotiating plea deals and advocating for clients in court — David's approach is detail-oriented, ensuring that every aspect of a case is thoroughly examined. Before establishing his practice in 1993, he held various leadership roles within the legal community.

He served as President of the Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association in 2003 and was the Past President from 2003 to 2004. He also acted as Associate Director for the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association from 2003 to 2005. These roles have allowed him to contribute to the development of criminal law in Texas while also enhancing his own expertise. David is actively involved in several professional organizations, including the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Criminal Law Section of the Austin Bar Association. His commitment to professional development is evident in his participation on the Grievance Committee for the State Bar of Texas.

He holds a certification in Criminal Law, which shows his dedication to staying current with legal trends and best practices. In addition to his legal practice, David is known for his community involvement and advocacy for criminal justice reform. He frequently speaks at legal seminars and contributes to discussions on important legal issues affecting the community. His experience and commitment to his clients make him a respected figure in the field of criminal defense in Texas.

Education

Vermont Law School

Master of Laws

1992

Vermont Law School

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1992

University of Rochester

B.A. (1986) | English & Political Science

1982

Languages

English (Spoken, Written)

Experience

has membership

National DUI College, Active has membership, 2006 – Present
2006

has membership

Grievance Committee – State Bar of Texas, Professional Enhancement Committee, 2005 – 2009
2005

has membership and Assoc. Dir. 2003 – 2005

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, Strike Force, 2004 – Present
2004

Past President, 2003 – 2004

Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2003

President

Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2003

Owner

Law Office of David B. Frank
1993

Accepted Jurisdictions

Texas
U.S. Supreme Court
US District Court for the Western District of Texas

Court Admissions

U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas U.S. District Court

Types of Cases Handled

criminal defense DUI DWI

Legal Services Scope

Pre-trial motions Jury trials Appeals

Certifications & Awards

Criminal Law

Texas State Bar

Professional Associations

Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

MEMBER Current

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

MEMBER Current

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

MEMBER Current

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

has membership Current

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Strike Force 2004 - Current

Criminal Law Section - Austin Bar Association

has membership 1993 - Current

Grievance Committee - State Bar of Texas

Professional Enhancement Committee 2005 - 2009

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Associate Director 2003 - 2005

Office Locations

Main Office

 1212 Guadalupe Street Suite 103 Austin TX 78701