Atty. David E. Cauthen
Assistant State Attorney, 1973. City Attorney, Umatilla, Florida, 1977-1987.
Marital and Family Law & More Attorney · Serving Tavares, FL · 54+ Years Experience
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About David E. Cauthen at a Glance
David E. Cauthen is a Member based in Tavares, Florida, practicing at Cauthen, Oldham & Associates, P.A.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on residential, trusts, probate, wrongful death, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Florida (1972) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1972). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1972) and Florida State University (B.S. Stetson, 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Lake County and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Tavares, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David E. Cauthen
- Assistant State Attorney, 1973
- City Attorney, Umatilla, Florida, 1977-1987
Practice Areas Explained
David E. Cauthen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David E. Cauthen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tavares.
Residential Real Estate in Tavares
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Trusts in Tavares
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Probate in Tavares
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Wrongful Death in Tavares
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Personal Injury in Tavares
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.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tavares
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 Tavares 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 venue, 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.
Tavares Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tavares-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tavares Choose David E. Cauthen
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David E. Cauthen's practice in the field of residential, trusts, probate, wrongful death, and personal injury.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David E. Cauthen brings 54+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, David E. Cauthen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering residential, trusts, and probate, David E. Cauthen can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tavares
A Tavares-based practice means David E. Cauthen attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues David E. Cauthen Handles in Tavares
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