Atty. C. David Brown II

Atty. C. David Brown II

C. David Brown II is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Government Relations Practice, Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law.

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Profile Summary

About C. David Brown II at a glance

C. David Brown II is a real estate, zoning, and government attorney based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, Florida. Educated at University of Florida (JD, 1978) and University of Florida (—, 1973). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • C. David Brown II is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Government Relations Practice, Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law
  • C. David, who practices law in Orlando, Florida, has been recognized since 2006
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which C. David is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

C. David Brown II's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases C. David Brown II handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

C. David Brown II is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Land Use & Zoning

C. David Brown II is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Florida →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

C. David Brown II is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Orlando are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about C. David Brown II

Where is C. David Brown II's law office located?
C. David Brown II's law practice is located in Orlando, Florida. The firm is Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does C. David Brown II handle?
C. David Brown II focuses on real estate, zoning, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did C. David Brown II go to law school?
C. David Brown II earned their education at (JD, 1978); (—, 1973).
How can I contact C. David Brown II for a consultation?
You can contact C. David Brown II directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has C. David Brown II received?
C. David Brown II's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law.

Education

JD
University of Florida
- 1978
University of Florida
- 1973

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Government Relations Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Economic Development Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Transportation Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Land Use and Zoning Law (Orlando)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Land Use and Zoning Law (Orlando)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Government Relations Practice (Orlando)
- 2020

Bar Admissions

Florida, Florida

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