Atty. David Collins

Atty. David Collins

Phi Kappa Phi. Recipient, Moot Court, First Place, 1984.

Monticello Monticello 41 yrs experience 41 year
Call (448) 231-2895 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About David Collins at a glance

David Collins is a Member based in Monticello, Florida, practicing at Collins Law Firm. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and appellate. Admitted to practice in Florida (1985), U.S. District Court, Southern Districts of Florida Including, Trial Bar (1985), U.S District Court, Middle and Northern Districts of Florida (1989), and U.S Court of Appeal, Eleventh Circui (1989). Educated at Nova University (J.D., 1985) and University of Florida (B.A. University, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in Monticello, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Phi Kappa Phi
  • Recipient, Moot Court, First Place, 1984
  • Former Assistant State Attorney for Janet Reno, Dade County, Florida

Practice Areas Explained

David Collins's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Appellate Practice

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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 Monticello 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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Common questions about David Collins

Where is David Collins's law office located?
David Collins's law practice is located in Monticello, Florida. The firm is Collins Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Collins handle?
David Collins focuses on criminal defense, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has David Collins practiced law?
David Collins has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did David Collins go to law school?
David Collins earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A. University, 1979).
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What awards or recognition has David Collins received?
David Collins's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Nova University
- 1985
B.A. University
University of Florida
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Southern Districts of Florida Including, Trial Bar
Admitted: 1985
U.S District Court, Middle and Northern Districts of Florida
Admitted: 1989
U.S Court of Appeal, Eleventh Circui
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989

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