David A. Torres

Practice areas

Criminal Defense, Personal Injury – General: Plaintiff, Criminal Defense: White Collar

Focus areas

Animal Bites, Arrest & Arraignment, Assault & Battery, Brain Injury, Construction Accident, Criminal Domestic Violence, Criminal Fraud, Criminal Law, Criminal Law – Federal, Drug & Alcohol Violations, False Accusations, Felony, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Murder, Personal Injury – Plaintiff, Premises Liability – Plaintiff, Probation, Sex Offenses, Slip and Fall, Tax Evasion, Theft, Traffic Violations, Trucking Accidents, White Collar Crime, Wrongful Death

Attorney David A. Torres, the founder and proprietor of the Law Offices of David A. Torres situated in Bakersfield, California, is a nationally acclaimed trial lawyer. His primary focus lies in the realm of state and federal criminal defense, although he also manages personal injury claims arising from accidents attributed to negligence or wrongful acts by others.

Throughout his nearly three decades of professional experience, Mr. Torres has achieved remarkable success in advocating for the rights of the accused. He has taken over 150 felony cases to trial verdicts, in addition to conducting numerous plea negotiations and handling appeals on behalf of his clients to ensure favorable and well-deserved outcomes in their serious circumstances.

In all instances, Mr. Torres is a resolute champion of the interests and rights of those he represents. He is renowned for his assertive courtroom presence, relentlessly pursuing optimal results for his clients. His accomplishments have led to recognition, including an AV-Preeminent peer review rating from Martindale-Hubbell, along with multiple commendations from peers and a plethora of positive reviews and referrals from contented clients.

Graduating from California State University, Fresno in 1983, Mr. Torres pursued his education at Gonzaga University, where he actively participated in ROTC and earned a minor in military science. His Juris Doctor degree was obtained from Gonzaga University School of Law in 1986, and he holds licenses to practice in all California U.S. District Courts, as well as several other U.S. District Courts nationwide. His admission extends to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court.

In addition to his thriving legal practice, Mr. Torres has dedicated years to service in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and served as a U.S. Army Infantry Officer. He later joined the U.S. Army Reserve Judge Advocate Generals Corps, achieving the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Although retired from military service, he remains actively involved in veterans’ affairs and has received numerous accolades for his exceptional contributions.

An eminent figure in his field, Mr. Torres held the position of president at the Kern County Bar Association and served as a trustee for The State Bar of California. He chaired the Central California Appellate Advocacy Program and maintains membership in professional organizations such as the California Attorneys for Criminal Justice and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, among others.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.