Atty. David A. Barkus

Atty. David A. Barkus

David A. Barkus focuses his practice on mergers and acquisitions and private equity.

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Profile Summary

About David A. Barkus at a glance

David A. Barkus is a business and m&a attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar. Educated at University of Miami School of Law (—, 1994). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (Miami) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (2026). Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David A. Barkus focuses his practice on mergers and acquisitions and private equity
  • David's industry experience includes aviation and aerospace, computer software and information technology, construction, consumer products, education, energy, food and beverage, franchising, gaming, health care, and restaurants

Practice Areas Explained

David A. Barkus's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Miami 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 David A. Barkus

Where is David A. Barkus's law office located?
David A. Barkus's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David A. Barkus handle?
David A. Barkus focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did David A. Barkus go to law school?
David A. Barkus earned their education at (—, 1994).
How can I contact David A. Barkus for a consultation?
You can contact David A. Barkus 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 David A. Barkus received?
David A. Barkus's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (Miami); Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law.

Education

University of Miami School of Law
- 1994

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (Miami)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Trend magazine, "Legal Elite," 2007
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Legal 500 United States, 2008
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Miami Daily Business Review, Top Dealmaker Finalist, 2009
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Daily Business Review, Top Dealmaker - Domestic Corporate Category, 2010
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA Guide, 2009-2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine, Florida Super Lawyers, 2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — South Florida Legal Guide, "Top Up & Comers," 2013-2014
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions (Miami)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Miami)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (Miami)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Miami)
- 2022

Bar Admissions

Florida, The Florida Bar

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