Atty. David Charles Appleby

Atty. David Charles Appleby

David Charles Appleby is a lawyer practicing admiralty, cruise ship injuries, diving and offshore injuries and 12 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Miami Miami 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About David Charles Appleby at a glance

David Charles Appleby is a car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, tbi/sci, and maritime attorney based in Miami, Florida. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Admitted to practice in Florida (1985) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (2001). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1985) and Florida State University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Charles Appleby is a lawyer practicing admiralty, cruise ship injuries, diving and offshore injuries and 12 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Florida State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • David practices in Miami, FL

Practice Areas Explained

David Charles Appleby's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

David Charles Appleby is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Florida →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

David Charles Appleby is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Florida →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

David Charles Appleby is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Brain & Spinal Cord Injury

David Charles Appleby is one of 10,267 tbi/sci attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tbi/sci attorneys in Florida →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

David Charles Appleby is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime 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 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 Charles Appleby

Where is David Charles Appleby's law office located?
David Charles Appleby's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Charles Appleby handle?
David Charles Appleby focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, tbi/sci, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has David Charles Appleby practiced law?
David Charles Appleby has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did David Charles Appleby go to law school?
David Charles Appleby earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact David Charles Appleby for a consultation?
You can contact David Charles Appleby 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 Charles Appleby received?
David Charles Appleby's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 1985
B.A.
Florida State University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
Admitted: 2001

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