Atty. David D. Burns
David is an accomplished trial lawyer with a litigation practice that includes the representation of corporate and individual clients in complex civil disputes in both state and federal courts, as well as alternative dispute resolution forums. David also has broad experience in international disputes and has appeared in international proceedings on behalf of foreign and domestic clients.
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David D. Burns is an Attorney based in Neptune Beach, Florida, practicing at FERRELLE BURNS. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, business, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. District Court, Nort (2004), Georgia (2014), and United States District Court for the Southern District of Georgia (2015). Educated at University of Florida (B.A., 2001) and University of Florida Levin College of Law J.D. cum laude University of Florida Levin College of Law J.D. 2004 Member University of Florida Levin College of Law J.D. Florida Law Review (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Florida Bar Georgia Bar Jacksonville and Federal Bar Associations. Serands clients in Neptune Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- David is an accomplished trial lawyer with a litigation practice that includes the representation of corporate and individual clients in complex civil disputes in both state and federal courts, as well as alternative dispute resolution forums
- David also has broad experience in international disputes and has appeared in international proceedings on behalf of foreign and domestic clients
- David is a member of the Florida Bar and the State Bar of Georgia
- He is admitted to practice in all Florida and Georgia state courts and federal courts in Florida and Georgia
- David has also appeared pro hac vice on behalf of his clients in other jurisdictions.David is passionate about giving back to his community
- He is a regular participant in pro bono opportunities and is a past recipient of the Federal Bar Association, Jacksonville Chapter’s Spirit of Giving Award recognizing his pro bono work in federal court
- David has served as a member of the Board of Directors for the Jacksonville Urban League and Manos de Fe, and served on the Gator Bowl Committee
- David has had leadership positions with the Jacksonville Bar Association as well and has served in the Boy Scouts of America organization as his son’s Cub Scout Den Leader
- David is passionate about giving back to his community
- He is a regular participant in pro bono opportunities and is a past recipient of the Federal Bar Association, Jacksonville Chapter’s Spirit of Giving Award recognizing his pro bono work in federal court
- David has served as a member of the Board of Directors for the Jacksonville Urban League and Manos de Fe, and served on the Gator Bowl Committee
- David has had leadership positions with the Jacksonville Bar Association as well and has served in the Boy Scouts of America organization as his son’s Cub Scout Den Leader
- David grew up in Gainesville, Florida and is a “Triple Gator,” having received three degrees from the University of Florida
- David graduated from UF with a Bachelor of Arts in World Religion
- In law school, David was a member of the Florida Law Review and served as a teaching assistant for law school classes focusing on legal drafting and appellate advocacy
- He also spent a semester studying abroad in Montpellier, France
- Recently, David returned to UF to obtain an Executive MBA to provide himself with a broader foundation for assisting his business clients
- Representative Experience Fowler White Banker Boggs, Jacksonville, Florida, Partner, April 2011 to November 2013 Tanner Bishop, Jacksonville, FL, Associate, June 2006 - April 2011 Smith Hulsey & Busey, Jacksonville, FL, Associate, August 2004-June 2006 •Alachua County Attorney's Office, Gainesville, FL, Legal Intern, January 2004-April 2004 Professional Affiliations and Memberships Florida Bar Association, MemberBusiness Law and Trial Lawyers SectionFlorida Bar Grievance Committee, Member 2013-2016, Chair 2016Florida Bar Leadership Academy 2014-2015: Fellow, Inaugural ClassState Bar of Georgia, MemberJacksonville Bar Association, MemberBusiness Law SectionCommercial Litigation Section (Chair, 2014-2015)Sports and Entertainment Law Section, Chair (2008-09)Chester Bedell Inn of Court, 2008-09 (Associate), 2012- 2015 (Barrister)Federal Bar Association, Jacksonville ChapterPresident (2017-18)Board Member (2013-2018) Distinctions Florida Trend Magazine: Legal Elite 2013, 2018, 2020, 2022 Super Lawyers Magazine: Florida Super Lawyer 2021-23, Rising Star 2009-2012 Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year, Civil Litigation, Jacksonville Federal Bar Ass’n, 2009
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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 Neptune Beach 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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