DAVID EISENBERG, PLC

DELIVERING VIGOROUS CRIMINAL DEFENSE

As a former Assistant U. S. Attorney and Trial Attorney in the Justice Department for nearly 30 years, I investigated, tried and handled appeals in white collar crimes and other cases, including violent crimes in Indian Country. On the defense side, I have represented individuals in the investigation, trial and appeal of these types of cases. Based on my many years of practicing on both sides of the aisle, I have determined that complex criminal defense matters turn on an attorney’s ability to analyze detailed evidence and sophisticated legal issues, put together a cogent defense and make sure the client understands what I and my team are doing and why. This means that the client is intimately involved in building his/her defense. It also means enlisting the right support services, such as experts in the nature of the crime alleged, investigators who can work well with people, are meticulous and resourceful.

Often, a prosecutor’s best weapons are intimidation and a defendant’s inability to understand how the evidence collected by the government will play out before a jury. In the course of thoroughly investigating the case through document analysis, witness interviews and background checks, my team and I test the government’s case against what we have found. In a white collar case, I typically employ CPAs, forensic accountants, and experts in the area of inquiry, such as crypto currency, computer analysis or mortgage review. All of this effort is shared with the client. My team and I sit down with client over a period of time to address all issues, factual and legal, to arrive at a plausible defense. At times, this includes developing mitigation, or answers or explanations, for evidence that appears damning to the client.

No matter how difficult or embarrassing a client’s situation might seem to be, I treat every client with the respect and dignity they deserve.

I welcome a review of the criminal cases I have handled over the years, including those listed on my resume. I also welcome a review of testimonials that clients have offered:

Testimonials

If you want the best, it’s simple. If you want the best, it’s simple … it’s Dave Eisenberg. Dave treated every aspect of my case with the utmost care, consideration, and attention to detail one can imagine. Not to mention, Dave treats me and my family with an incredible amount of love and respect. Dave takes every viewpoint into consideration, as well …
Exceeded expectations. David Eisenberg represented me in a complicated criminal tax case involving multiple federal felony indictments. I found him to be thorough, straightforward, and bluntly honest. He communicated to me clearly the issues involved and possible outcomes. In all areas, he exceeded my expectations and more …
Second to None. David Eisenberg is one of the finest attorneys I have ever met. He genuinely cares about his clients. His courtroom demeanor and skill at handling opposing counsel, judges and the complexities of criminal litigation is second to none. His understated presentation belies his strength as a …

ADMISSIONS

EDUCATION

MEMBERSHIPS

1970, Missouri
1971, District of Columbia
1982, New York
1996, Arizona
U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona
U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia

J.D., Washington University in St. Louis
Master of Science in Accounting, Georgetown University
A.B., University of Rochester

State Bar of Arizona
The District of Columbia Bar
New York Bar Association
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice
Local Rules Committee, U.S. District Court, District of Arizona (2004)
Member, 3 Panels to Select U.S. Magistrate Judges, 2011 – 2012
Criminal Justice Act Representative (CJA) for the US District Court for the District of Arizona representing over 200 attorneys on the panel, 2014-2018

AWARDS & HONORS

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CASES

Arizona’s Finest Lawyers 2015-Present
The National Trial Lawyers, Top 100 Lawyers, 2013-Present
Director’s Award, Executive Office of U.S. Attorneys
Meritorious & Special Achievement Awards, U.S. Department of Justice
Performance Cash Awards as an Assistant U.S. Attorney
Commendations from the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Internal Revenue Service, U.S. Postal Service, Inspectors General of the Treasury, Defense Department, Transportation Department

Criminal Defense Counsel, 2005-Present
Arbitrator, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, 2007 – Present
Assistant U.S. Attorney, District of Arizona, 1995 – 2005
Trial Attorney, Antitrust Division, U.S. Department of Justice, 1994 – 1995
Associate Independent Counsel (H.U.D. Investigation), 1992 – 1994
Assistant U.S. Attorney, District of Columbia, 1985 – 1992; Assistant U.S. Attorney, Eastern District of New York, 1980 – 1985
Adjunct Professor of Law, Trial Practice & White Collar Crime, Arizona State University, 1997 – 2004