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David Michael Canty

David Michael Canty

 
  • Criminal Law
  • California
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Legal Knowledge
5.0/5.0
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Legal Analysis
5.0/5.0
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Communication Skills
5.0/5.0
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Ethics and Professionalism
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Katherine Elizabeth Hardie
Katherine Elizabeth Hardie January 17, 2023
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
I would trust Mr. Canty to defend my family member or close friend. He has more skills in criminal defense than most of the defense bar and a wide breadth of experience. He works hard and is intelligent and trustworthy. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Mr. Canty worked for the Alternate Public Defender when I was a Public Defender so we handled co-defendant cases together.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Different Client, Same Side of Case

We did two trials together where we each represented a different defendant being tried jointly.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
2006- current.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Having done two full jury trials with David, I can attest that he is a phenomenal trial attorney. He is smart, disciplined and always well prepared. His demeanor is always professional and earns him the respect of the bench and his opponent prosecutors. Someone facing charges would not regret hiring David Canty for their case. He is capable of handling all crimes from DUIs to special circumstance homicides because of his breadth of experience.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Mr. Canty has handled the most serious of criminal cases including special circumstance homicides. He has practiced in many courthouses and has years of experience in criminal defense.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Mr. Canty knows how to choose his battles and find the weakness in the case. He is an effective advocate but also knows the law and how to use it to his advantage.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Mr. Canty is adept at communicating with juries, judges and prosecutors. His past work experience also makes him great at communicating with all types of clients. He is a sensitive and effective communicator.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Mr. Canty exhibits very professional demeanor and a high standard of ethics.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal Defense
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Appeals
  • Client Relations
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials

This lawyer can handle all aspects of a criminal case from pre-filing law enforcement negotiations through jury trial and on to appeal.

Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
Meghan Murphey
Meghan Murphey January 5, 2023
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
David is a fantastic lawyer who fights hard for his clients. He is very experienced, knows the courts inside and out, and juries love him because he is down to earth and approachable. He is organized, responsive, and passionate about his work, and he will make sure his clients get the best defense possible. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

David has provided advice to me and my clients on criminal matters that intersect with my bankruptcy and business litigation practice

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client
  • Represented Me or My Company

David has assisted me in representing clients when criminal matters arise outside of my area of expertise and one occasion he represented me in court

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
In 2020-2022 and in 2008
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

David is attentive and always quick to respond. He provides intelligent, well-reasoned advice and is a passionate advocate for clients.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

David has many years of experience, exclusively in criminal law, and he is very knowledgeable about the law and the judges he appears before

Legal Analysis: Excellent

David is very intelligent and can analyze a legal problem on his feet, quickly and intelligently, especially in high-stress trial situations

Communication Skills: Excellent

David communicates clearly, effectively, and efficiently, both to his clients and in argument before judges and juries

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

David upholds the highest ethical standards in representing clients

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Criminal defense
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Client Relations
  • Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Trials
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
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