Atty. David C. Willis
Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Business Litigation, Construction Law and Real Estate Law, David Willis devotes his practice to construction, real estate and commercial matters. David is one of 15 Florida attorneys who are certified in three areas.
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David C. Willis is a Partner based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at Rumberger, Kirk & Caldwell Professional Association. They have 74+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1952. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1952). Educated at University of Central Florida (B.S. Business, 1981) and University of Florida, College of Law J.D. with honors University of Florida, College of Law J.D. 1984 University of Florida Law Review University of Florida, College of Law J.D. Research Edi (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Business Litigation, Construction Law and Real Estate Law, David Willis devotes his practice to construction, real estate and commercial matters
- David is one of 15 Florida attorneys who are certified in three areas
- His three areas of certification are complementary, providing him with a solid foundation to assist all of his clients, whether they are seeking counsel for corporate transactions, contract negotiations or litigation
- In addition, David is certified mediator by the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida and also a Florida Supreme Court-certified circuit mediator
- He serves as an impartial third party to facilitate discussions and help parties in civil suits reach a mutual agreement before a trial
- David represents businesses, their owners and executives, and serves as a valuable resource for his clients
- He works with his clients to promptly resolve disputes avoiding litigation altogether
- But, when litigation is unavoidable, he understands the complexities and nuances of litigation to help his clients prevail with less time and expense
- With more than 40 years of experience, David has successfully represented parties involved in construction projects including public or private owners, general contractors, trade contractors, material suppliers, and design professionals
- Construction projects have included multi-million dollar commercial buildings, hospitals, schools, high rise condominiums, hotels, and airports
- David is involved in all stages of the project from site acquisition, contract negotiation and drafting, contract administration to close out
- He guides clients through disputes involving construction liens, Federal Miller Act bond claims and state law bond claims, defective work claims, delay damages, acceleration claims and extras
- He also handles litigation that varies from the simple to the complex, multi-party, multi-million dollar construction defect, delay and acceleration claims
- A significant part of David’s practice also includes handling a wide variety of business transactions and business litigation
- Over his career, David has successfully tried jury and non-jury trials in state, federal and bankruptcy court throughout Florida
- David represents clients in matters involving breach of contract, business entity/shareholder disputes, business torts, patents, trademarks, and copyright claims, real estate disputes and creditor’s rights
- His extensive background litigating contracts and related business disputes provides him with additional insight when counseling clients on various contracts, real estate transactions and non-compete agreements
- David also assists clients in the purchase or sale of commercial real estate
- He guides clients from negotiating contracts to working with surveyors, environmental experts and title companies, through to closing
- He provides invaluable insight to his clients when handling real estate transactions
- David is also a title insurance agent for Old Republic National Title Insurance Company and a member of Attorneys’ Title Fund Services
- David currently serves on The Florida Bar Real Estate Law Certification Committee
- He previously served on The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization & Education from 2018-2024, having held the Vice Chair and Chair positions
- He also previously served on The Florida Bar Construction Law Certification Committee from 2010-2016, having held the Vice Chair and Chair positions
- These committees are responsible for reviewing applications for Board Certification and preparing the certification examination
- David also served on The Florida Bar Business Litigation Certification Committee from 2004-2010
- David served as a member of the Edgewood City Council from 2002 to 2004 and 2005 to 2011
- David is also certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a Circuit and County Mediator
- In his role as a mediator, David will assist with negotiations between parties engaged in disputes, specializing in clear communication and conflict resolution to guide groups through the agreement process and help them to independently reach a solution
- David believes his 40 years of litigation experience will enable him to assist his colleagues in reaching a resolution of their cases
- Community •Edgewood City Council Certifications •AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell •Board Certified in Real Estate Law •Board Certified in Construction Law •Board Certified in Business Litigation •Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit and County Mediator •Certified Mediator, U.S
- District Court for the Middle District of Florida Awards & Honors •Listed in Best Lawyers in America, Commercial Litigation and Construction Law 2023-2026 •Listed in Florida Super Lawyers 2009, 2011 Articles & Presentations •Co-presenter, 'Navigating the FTC’s Final Rule on Noncompete Agreements: Critical Insights for Employers,' The Knowledge Group, September 2024 •Panelist, 'Florida Bar Board Certification: How and Why to Get Board Certified,' Orange County Bar Association CLE, October 2023 •Panelist, 'Best Practices for Peer Review and Challenges to the Process,' American Bar Association National Specialization Roundtable, May 2022 •Presenter, 'Managing Your Risk - A Top Ten List of Ways to Avoid Spending Time With Lawyers,' Associated Builders and Contractors Workforce, March 1, 2017, Ft
- Lauderdale, FL •Comparison of Consensus DOCS and 2007 AIA Agreements - Associated General Contractors of Greater Florida - Speaker, 2008 - 6/26/08 •Florida Law for Engineers- American Society Civil Engineers - Speaker, 1998, 2003 •Florida Law for Design Professionals-Lorman Education Services - Speaker, 1997, 1998, 1999 •Notice to Owner - What Is It and What Do I Do With It? - Orlando Regional Healthcare System - Speaker - June 2, 1998 •Legal Aspects of Dealing with the Year 2000 - Florida Hospital Association - Speaker - July 22, 1998 •The “Moransais Decision” - A Discussion From the Engineer’s Perspective - American Society Civil Engineers - Speaker - December 14, 1999 •Florida Construction Contract Law - Centex Homes - Speaker - May 8, 2001 •Emerging Issues in Florida Indoor Air Quality and Toxic Mold Litigation - National Business Institute - Speaker - December 9, 2003 •Navigating Your Way Through Business Court Seminar - Orange County Bar Association - Co-Chairman - May 13, 2005 David's News and Insights 01.29.2026 Firm News David Willis Adds Federal Mediator Certification to ADR Practice RumbergerKirk partner David Willis has been certified as a mediator... 08.21.2025 Firm News 27 RumbergerKirk Attorneys Named to the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America Dan Gerber and Leonard Dietzen Named “Lawyer of the Year
- ”... 08.04.2025 Firm News Partner David Willis is Certified by the Supreme Court of Florida as a Circuit Mediator RumbergerKirk Partner David Willis has been certified from the Supreme... 09.04.2024 Events Navigating the FTC’s Final Rule on Noncompete Agreements: Critical Insights for Employers RumbergeKirk partner David Willis shared insights on the FTC’s Final... 08.15.2024 Firm News Best Lawyers in America 2025 Edition Recognizes 24 RumbergerKirk Attorneys Two Named “Lawyer of the Year” and Two Named “Ones... 07.08.2024 Firm News David Willis Appointed to Serve on the Florida Bar Real Estate Certification Committee RumbergerKirk Partner David Willis has been appointed to The Florida... 10.26.2023 Events Florida Bar Board Certification: How and Why to Get Board Certified The Orange County Bar Association Intellectual Property, Business Law, Criminal... 08.17.2023 Firm News Best Lawyers in America Recognizes 24 RumbergerKirk Attorneys with Managing Partner Frank Sheppard Named Lawyer of the Year ORLANDO, FL - August 17, 2023 - Best Lawyers has... 05.25.2023 Firm News David Willis Appointed Chair of the Board of Legal Specialization and Education for The Florida Bar David Willis will chair the Board of Legal Specialization &... 11.16.2022 Firm News David Willis is Recertified in Real Estate Law RumbergerKirk Orlando Partner David Willis has been recertified by The
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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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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