Atty. David M. Katz

Atty. David M. Katz

David M. Katz is a lawyer practicing general civil law, criminal trial practice, plaintiffs personal injury law and 6 other areas of law.

Sarasota Sarasota 63 yrs experience 63 year
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Profile Summary

About David M. Katz at a glance

David M. Katz is a car accidents, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Sarasota, Florida. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (inactive) (1963) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia (1963). Educated at West Virginia University (J.D., 1963) and University of Michigan (B.B.A., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Sarasota, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David M. Katz is a lawyer practicing general civil law, criminal trial practice, plaintiffs personal injury law and 6 other areas of law
  • David received a B.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1960, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • David practices in Sarasota, FL

Practice Areas Explained

David M. Katz's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

David M. Katz is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Florida →

Probate

David M. Katz is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Florida →

Personal Injury

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.

David M. Katz is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

David M. Katz is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Florida →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

David M. Katz is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Florida →

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 Sarasota 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 M. Katz

Where is David M. Katz's law office located?
David M. Katz's law practice is located in Sarasota, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David M. Katz handle?
David M. Katz focuses on car accidents, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has David M. Katz practiced law?
David M. Katz has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did David M. Katz go to law school?
David M. Katz earned their education at (J.D., 1963); (B.B.A., 1960).
How can I contact David M. Katz for a consultation?
You can contact David M. Katz directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David M. Katz received?
David M. Katz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University
- 1963
B.B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1960

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

West Virginia (inactive)
Admitted: 1963
U.S. District Court, Southern District of West Virginia
Admitted: 1963

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