Atty. David L. Lapides
David L. Lapides is a lawyer practicing public finance, real estate, community development & affordable housing and 6 other areas of law.
Community Development & Affordable Housing & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL
Profile Summary
About David L. Lapides at a Glance
David L. Lapides is an Of Counsel based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Squire Patton Boggs. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, government, and internet. Admitted to practice in Florida (1983). Educated at Washington University (J.D., 1975) and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David L. Lapides
- David L. Lapides is a lawyer practicing public finance, real estate, community development & affordable housing and 6 other areas of law
- David received a B.S. degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1971, and has been licensed for 2015 years
- David practices at Squire Patton Boggs in Tampa, FL
Practice Areas Explained
David L. Lapides's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David L. Lapides handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Business & Corporate Law in Tampa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Tampa
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
David L. Lapides is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →
Government & Administrative Law in Tampa
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
David L. Lapides is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Florida →
Internet & Cyber Law in Tampa
Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
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 Tampa 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.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-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 Tampa Choose David L. Lapides
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 L. Lapides's practice in the field of business, real estate, government, and internet.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and government, David L. Lapides can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means David L. Lapides attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David L. Lapides Handles in Tampa
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