David Boyer, Esq.
David Boyer is a federal criminal defense attorney whose practice focuses on appeals, post-conviction litigation, federal sentencing, and compassionate release. He represents clients nationwide, helping individuals challenge convictions, reduce sentences, and navigate some of the most complex stages of the federal criminal justice system.
Before becoming an attorney, David spent more than a decade working exclusively in federal criminal defense. That experience gave him a practical understanding of every stage of a federal case–from investigation and pretrial litigation through appeal and post-conviction proceedings–and continues to shape his strategic, detail-oriented approach to advocacy.
David has represented clients in federal courts across the country and has contributed to significant appellate litigation, including matters before the United States Supreme Court. He has co-authored amicus briefs on behalf of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers addressing important issues of federal criminal law.
In addition to appellate work, David has secured meaningful results for clients through compassionate release, sentencing advocacy, and supervised release proceedings. Whether challenging a conviction or advocating for a second chance, he is committed to finding every available avenue to improve his clients’ outcomes.
David earned his bachelor’s degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice, summa cum laude, from the University of Texas at Arlington, and his J.D., cum laude, from the University of North Texas Dallas College of Law.
Based in Texas, David represents clients in federal courts throughout the United States. He believes every client deserves careful preparation, honest advice, and relentless advocacy, regardless of the complexity of the case.
Notable Cases
United States Supreme Court
- United States v. Hemani, No. 24-1234
- Co-Author of NACDL Amicus Brief in Pharms v. United States, No. 25-1086
United States Courts of Appeals
- Counsel of Record in United States v. Hemani, No. 24-40137 (5th Cir.)
Compassionate Release
- Client was sentenced to 180 months imprisonment. The Court granted our motion for compassionate release and found extraordinary and compelling circumstances warranted a reduction to time served.
Federal Sentencing
- Client was facing up to five years imprisonment in federal district court. The court granted our motion for a downward variance and the client received 3 years probation.
Supervised Release Revocation
- Client was revoked from supervised release and facing additional imprisonment. The court granted a variance and sentenced the client to time served.
Education
- J.D. from University of North Texas Dallas College of Law
- Bachelor’s degree, Criminology and Criminal Justice from University of Texas at Arlington
Admitted to Practice
- State of Texas
- State of Colorado
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas
- U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit