Atty. David S. Weinstein
David Weinstein is a partner in the Litigation Practice Group and a member of the corporate compliance and white collar defense team. He draws on his prosecutorial experience to help clients avoid, respond to, and defend against law-enforcement investigations and lawsuits.
Criminal Defense: White-Collar Attorney · Serving Miami, FL
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About David S. Weinstein at a Glance
David S. Weinstein is a criminal defense and white collar attorney based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Jones Walker Llp. Admitted to practice in Florida, FL. Educated at University of Miami School of Law (JD, 1987) and Binghamton University (BA, 1984). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Governmental Investigations (2026). Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David S. Weinstein
- David Weinstein is a partner in the Litigation Practice Group and a member of the corporate compliance and white collar defense team
- He draws on his prosecutorial experience to help clients avoid, respond to, and defend against law-enforcement investigations and lawsuits
- With more than two decades of experience as a federal and state prosecutor and more than a decade in private practice, David Weinstein advises and represents individuals and companies in a broad range of white collar criminal defense and compliance matters
- He understands the priorities of and processes followed by law-enforcement officials, and uses this knowledge to help clients develop, implement, and manage effective compliance programs, conduct internal investigations, determine self-reporting strategies, respond to agency inquiries, and mount a strong defense in jury trials and settlement negotiations
- David began his career in the Miami-Dade County State Attorney’s Office, where he served more than nine years as an assistant state attorney
- During this time — and in addition to trying 70 felony jury trials — he served as chief of the Narcotics Section, chief of the Robbery and Career Criminal Section, and deputy chief of the Felony Division
- David spent the next decade at the United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida, where he served as an assistant US attorney
- Among other leadership roles, he was chief of the Public Integrity, National Security and Criminal Civil Rights Section, chief of the Narcotics Section, and deputy chief of the Major Crimes and Narcotics Section
- Over the course of his tenure, he tried dozens of jury trials primarily involving multi-defendant, multi-jurisdictional, and international drug conspiracy cases
- Since returning to private practice in 2009, David has focused on helping clients prevent, avoid, and respond to law enforcement investigations
- He has a particular emphasis on the development of strong compliance programs and has experience with the full spectrum of federal and state statutes that regulate business activities in the United States and abroad, including the US False Claims Act and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
- matters under the purview of the US Securities and Exchange Commission, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), and other financial services regulatory agencies
- issues arising out of the conflict between state legalization of medical and recreational cannabis and federal laws classifying marijuana as a controlled substance
- and the impact of executive orders issued at the federal and state levels
- In addition to helping clients establish effective compliance programs, David advises on internal investigations and provides ongoing training and regular updates to key executives and personnel on rapidly emerging legal and regulatory issues
- He also counsels clients in the context of major transactions, including acquisitions of non-US companies and other foreign business activities
- He also focuses on advising clients on how to avoid fraudulent schemes arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic
- When clients are targeted for investigations or lawsuits, David draws on his experience to mount a strong defense at every step
- He has successfully represented clients in disputes involving seized assets, dawn raids, allegations of financial fraud and money laundering, and other claims
- David is a sought-after legal analyst and commentator for the media
- In addition to authoring numerous articles, he has appeared on international, national, and local news programs on ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS, Fox, CNBC, MSNBC, CNN, CTV, BBC World News, SKY News, and other media outlets
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Criminal Defense in Miami
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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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Why Clients in Miami Choose David S. Weinstein
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Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense and white collar, David S. Weinstein 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 S. Weinstein 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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