Atty. David Jacob Gillis

Atty. David Jacob Gillis

David Jacob Gillis is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, civil trial, contracts and 8 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from University of Florida in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About David Jacob Gillis at a glance

David Jacob Gillis is a dui/dwi, contracts, medical malpractice, personal injury, and criminal defense attorney based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Admitted to practice in Florida (2009) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (2012). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 2009) and University of Florida (B.S., 2006). Active member of Professional & Civic Affiliations: The Florida Bar Dade County Bar Association Coral Gables Bar Association. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • David Jacob Gillis is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, civil trial, contracts and 8 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from University of Florida in 2006, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • David practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

David Jacob Gillis's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Contracts

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Medical Malpractice

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Jacob Gillis

Where is David Jacob Gillis's law office located?
David Jacob Gillis's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Jacob Gillis handle?
David Jacob Gillis focuses on dui/dwi, contracts, medical malpractice, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has David Jacob Gillis practiced law?
David Jacob Gillis has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did David Jacob Gillis go to law school?
David Jacob Gillis earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.S., 2006).
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Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 2009
B.S.
University of Florida
- 2006

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2009
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 2012

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