Atty. David E. Cauthen

Atty. David E. Cauthen

Assistant State Attorney, 1973. City Attorney, Umatilla, Florida, 1977-1987.

Tavares Tavares 54 Years Experience 54 year
Call (352) 609-8114

Profile Summary

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

  • Assistant State Attorney, 1973
  • City Attorney, Umatilla, Florida, 1977-1987

Practice Areas Explained

David E. Cauthen's Areas of Practice

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

Residential Real Estate

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Trusts

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Probate

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Wrongful Death

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Personal Injury

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David E. Cauthen

Where is David E. Cauthen's law office located?
David E. Cauthen's law practice is located in Tavares, Florida. The firm is Cauthen, Oldham & Associates, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David E. Cauthen handle?
David E. Cauthen focuses on residential, trusts, probate, wrongful death, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has David E. Cauthen practiced law?
David E. Cauthen has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did David E. Cauthen go to law school?
David E. Cauthen earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.S. Stetson, 1969).
How can I contact David E. Cauthen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David E. Cauthen received?
David E. Cauthen's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 1972
B.S. Stetson
Florida State University
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1972

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