Atty. David R Elder
David R Elder is a lawyer practicing construction litigation, construction arbitration, public construction law and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Construction Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Miami, FL · 47+ Years Experience
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About David R Elder at a Glance
David R Elder is a Shareholder based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Elder & Lewis, P.A.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on construction and adr. Admitted to practice in Florida (1979) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida (1979). Educated at University of Miami (J.D., 1978) and Ohio Wesleyan University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Dade County Bar Association The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David R Elder
- David R Elder is a lawyer practicing construction litigation, construction arbitration, public construction law and 2 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years
- David practices at Elder & Lewis, P.A. in Miami, FL
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David R Elder's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David R Elder handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Miami.
Construction Law in Miami
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Mediation & Arbitration in Miami
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
David R Elder is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Florida →
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Miami
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 Miami 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.
Miami Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Miami-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 Miami Choose David R Elder
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 R Elder's practice in the field of construction and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David R Elder brings 47+ 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 Florida and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida, David R Elder can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering construction and adr, David R Elder can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Miami
A Miami-based practice means David R Elder 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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