Atty. David Patrick Mitchell
ABOUT David Mitchell is an experienced litigator who has prosecuted civil litigation cases in 12 states, 17 federal district court jurisdictions, and 4 federal appellate jurisdictions. David currently concentrates his practice in the areas of personal injury litigation and medical malpractice litigation.
Consumer Protection & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 17+ Years Experience
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About David Patrick Mitchell at a Glance
David Patrick Mitchell is an Attorney based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Maney Gordon Zeller, P.A.. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and motorcycle. Educated at Stetson University (J.D., 2008) and University of Florida (B.S.B.A. Finance, 2003). Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Patrick Mitchell
- ABOUT David Mitchell is an experienced litigator who has prosecuted civil litigation cases in 12 states, 17 federal district court jurisdictions, and 4 federal appellate jurisdictions
- David currently concentrates his practice in the areas of personal injury litigation and medical malpractice litigation
- David has previously demonstrated proficiency in a wide range of civil practice areas, having been recognized by his peers as the #1 Consumer Protection attorney for eight consecutive years (2016-2024), the #1 Healthcare Litigation attorney (2016-2019), and the #1 Insurance Litigation attorney (2017-2018) in Tampa Magazine’s annual TopLawyers® list
- David was also selected as a SuperLawyers® Rising Star from 2016 to 2019, and was selected to The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40 in Florida (2017 to 2019) and The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 in Florida (2021)
- David has obtained substantial jury verdicts and settlements on behalf of clients throughout the country, successfully prosecuting claims in individual arbitration actions, civil jury trials in state and federal court, nationwide federal class actions and multi-party litigation, as well as appeals in state and federal courts of appeals
- BACKGROUND David attended the University of Florida, where he majored in Finance and received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
- After graduating from the University of Florida, David then achieved his Doctor of Jurisprudence from Stetson University College of Law, and his Masters of Business Administration from Stetson University
- During law school, David founded the Stetson University College of Law chapter of the Florida Defense Lawyers Association, and was recognized as one of the nation’s top law students in the area of legal writing, ranking among the top six in a prominent nationwide legal writing contest for his scholarly article on the subject of international trends in punitive damages awards, which was selected for publication in a national legal journal
- After graduating from Stetson, David began his legal career, and developed his trial skills, under the tutelage of his father, Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer Daniel P. Mitchell, with whom David gained extensive experience as a Trial Lawyer
- David has honed his skills as a trial lawyer practicing in the areas of personal injury litigation, construction and real estate litigation, consumer protection litigation, healthcare litigation, and insurance coverage litigation
- David achieved the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest achievement or rank attainable in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA)
- The requirements necessary to achieve this rank take years to fulfill and involve hundreds of hours of community service in total
- Eagle candidates are required to demonstrate responsible citizenship, character, self-reliance, leadership, and community service, culminating in the completion of the Eagle Scout Service Project, which requires an Eagle Scout candidate to plan, develop, lead and complete a significant project for the benefit of the community
- Eagle Scout Service Projects contribute more than three million hours of volunteer community service each year, and have contributed more than 100 million hours of service in total
- COURT ADMISSIONS *Supreme Court of Florida *United States Court of Appeals Third Circuit *United States Court of Appeals Fifth Circuit *United States Court of Appeals Eighth Circuit *United States Court of Appeals Eleventh Circuit *U.S
- District Court Northern District of Florida *U.S
- District Court, Middle District of Florida *U.S
- District Court, Southern District of Florida HONORS & AWARDS *Voted by peers as the #1 Consumer Protection attorney (eight consecutive years, 2016-2024), the #1 Healthcare Litigation attorney (2017-2019), and the #1 Insurance Litigation attorney (2017-2018) in Tampa Magazine’s TopLawyers® list. *Selected for inclusion and profiled as a SuperLawyers® Rising Star in 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019. *Selected to The National Trial Lawyers: Top 40 Under 40 for the state of Florida (2017-2019). *Selected to The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 for the state of Florida (2021)
Practice Areas Explained
David Patrick Mitchell's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Patrick Mitchell handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Car Accidents in Tampa
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
David Patrick Mitchell is one of 36,434 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Florida →
Medical Malpractice in Tampa
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
David Patrick Mitchell is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Florida →
Wrongful Death in Tampa
David Patrick Mitchell is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Florida →
Personal Injury in Tampa
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 Patrick Mitchell is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Florida →
Motorcycle Accidents in Tampa
David Patrick Mitchell is one of 11,112 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Florida →
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 Patrick Mitchell
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 Patrick Mitchell's practice in the field of car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and motorcycle.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Patrick Mitchell brings 17+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death, David Patrick Mitchell 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 Patrick Mitchell 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 Patrick Mitchell Handles in Tampa
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