About David

Founder and Principal of ZELLIS LAW, LLC

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David Zellis has spent his entire 30 year career working in the criminal justice system.  

After graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Michigan, David went on to receive his Doctor of Law Degree from Emory University School of Law.

David’s first job after law school was as an Assistant District Attorney in the Bucks County District Attorney’s Office.  During his tenure as a prosecutor, David rose through the ranks of the District Attorney’s Office until he was appointed as the First Assistant  District Attorney (2nd in command of the office).  As a prosecutor, David convicted murderers, rapists, armed robbers, drug dealers and handled thousands of DUI cases.  David was also instrumental in starting up the Bucks County Drug Court.

David's most celebrated case was the infamous “church lady murderer”. The investigation and the prosecution drew national attention and was the subject of an hour long Dateline NBC as well as the Investigation Discovery channel's  shows entitled, "True Crimes with Aphrodite Jones", "Solved", "Snapped" and "Nightmare Next Door".

After leaving the District Attorney's Office, David founded Zellis Law, LLC, a law firm which focuses on criminal defense and “solutions for your legal issues”.

 

"In all of my years of practicing law, the common theme in my

career has been helping people in their time of need.  I have

been blessed with the ability to assist so many people.  To a

large extent, I truly believe that a lawyer is like a doctor in so

far as someone presents me with a legal problem and I need

to fix it or mitigate the damage."

 

Previously, David co-authored a chapter entitled “Legal Issues and  Autism Spectrum Disorder” in the recently published book, Autism Spectrum Disorders in Adolescents and Adults.

David has appeared as a legal expert in the Legal Intelligencer, the oldest law journal in the United States, The New York Times, Bloomberg Radio and the Philadelphia Inquirer.

David has also had the honor of testifying before the United States Congress and the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.

David enjoys his free time with his wife and four children, Tziona, Arielle, Daniel and Chaim.

David’s knowledge and vast experience has benefitted thousands of clients.  Click here to read some of David's client reviews.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS & ASSOCIATIONS

David Zellis is proudly associated with the following Organizations & Networking Groups:

First Vice President of the Council of Southeast Pennsylvania
Bucks County Professional Network
- a local Bucks County networking group of experienced business professionals.
Lower Bucks Chamber of Commerce
Newtown Business Association
Pennsylvania Bar
Georgia Bar
Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Third Circuit Court of Appeals
United States Supreme Court

David's Philosophy

All criminal charges, whether a DUI or a violent crime, bring an inordinate amount of stress to you and your family. A criminal conviction can ruin your reputation, job opportunities, and relationships with family and friends. Additionally, if the government convicts you of any crime, you generally are at risk for at least some term of incarceration. As a result, one of the most important decisions that you must make is choosing the right criminal defense attorney to represent you.

Choose the Criminal Defense Attorney with Experience

With over 30 years of criminal experience, David Zellis has the knowledge, experience and skills to provide you with the aggressive representation that is essential to your case. Do not put your freedom, your job, and your relationships at risk. During the course of his career, David has successfully defended his clients because he is prepared and knows how to anticipate and address prosecution tactics and strategies.

David Zellis offers exhaustive investigation and aggressive advocacy in state and federal court to protect your rights against criminal charges.

Safeguard Your Freedom, Your Reputation, Your Job, and Your Family

David Zellis will  provide you with a vigorous defense to the accusations against you and will guide you through every step of the criminal system from the initial investigation through trial. David is acutely aware of the repercussions that can result from criminal accusations, and will help you in any way possible to safeguard those aspects of your life that are most important to you. By furnishing you an experienced legal defense, as well as the support and guidance you need during an extraordinarily stressful time of your life, David will personally insure that you receive the best defense.

David's Vision and Values

David Zellis will be your counselor, strategist, advocate, negotiator, and trial lawyer. He will  meet your needs through aggressive, ethical and honest representation. He observes the highest ethical standards at all times and in all places, and he will deal honestly and fairly with you, with prosecutors, and with judges.

David's Commitment To You

David Zellis will deliver cutting edge, strategic services in order to achieve your goals. David is a hard working, energetic, skilled attorney committed to serving you. David will provide direct and timely communication throughout all the stages of his representation of you. He believes there is only one way to represent you -- maintaining open, straight-forward communication with you. David has a passion for his chosen profession and an unshakeable dedication to you.