Atty. David Patrick Steffen
Atty. David Patrick Steffen is a lawyer practicing labor relations, labor and employment law, workers compensation law and 1 other area of law.
Labor And Employment Law & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 28+ Years Experience
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About David Patrick Steffen at a Glance
David Patrick Steffen is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in United States District Court for Eastern District of Wisconsin (1998), Florida (1998), Wisconsin (1998), and United States District Court for Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Florida (2001). Educated at Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI B.A. Psychology Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI B.A. History Minor Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI B.A. 1995 Phi Delta Theta Marquette University, (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Patrick Steffen
- Atty. David Patrick Steffen is a lawyer practicing labor relations, labor and employment law, workers compensation law and 1 other area of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI, and has been licensed for 28 years
- David practices at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP in Tampa, FL
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David Patrick Steffen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Patrick Steffen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Employment Law in Tampa
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
David Patrick Steffen is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →
Workers Compensation in Tampa
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
David Patrick Steffen is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Florida →
Civil Litigation in Tampa
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
David Patrick Steffen is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation 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 Steffen
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 Steffen's practice in the field of employment, workers comp, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Patrick Steffen brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in United States District Court for Eastern District of Wisconsin, Florida, and Wisconsin, David Patrick Steffen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, workers comp, and litigation, David Patrick Steffen 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 Steffen 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 Steffen Handles in Tampa
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