From Defendant to
Defense Attorney
Giving second chances through education, mentorship, and community support.
12 Arrests By Age 19,
Lawyer By Age 40
David Lee Windecher's journey is one of grit, redemption, and transformation. An immigrant raised in the harsh realities of poverty-stricken Miami-Dade, David's early life was defined by survival. Arrested 13 times and pulled into gang life under the street name "Red," his future seemed predetermined.
But David chose a different path.
Fueled by resilience, he earned his GED, graduated Summa Cum Laude, and became a licensed criminal defense attorney in both Georgia and Florida. Today, David is not just an attorney — he is a trailblazing orator, author, and reformer, redefining what justice can look like in America.
In 2015, he founded RED (Rehabilitation Enables Dreams), a nonprofit dedicated to breaking the cycle of incarceration. Through mentorship, education, and restorative justice programs, RED empowers young people to reclaim their futures.
David's memoir, The American Dream / HiStory in the Making, chronicles his powerful transformation. All proceeds support RED's mission, turning his personal story into a collective movement for change.
David's life is proof of one thing:
Redemption is real — and it begins with opportunity.
David's Journey Inspired Him To Create RED, Combating Crime With Education
To keep people out of the criminal justice system — permanently — through restorative programs that build social, civic, and financial literacy.
David's Story
From the streets to the courtroom, David’s story proves that redemption is real—and one life can inspire many.