Atty. David Samuel Willig
I am an attorney qualified in the US and in Europe. I have been a lawyer in Florida for 25 years, and in France for 16 years.
Administrative Law & More Attorney · Serving Miami, FL · 38+ Years Experience
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About David Samuel Willig at a Glance
David Samuel Willig is a Member based in Miami, Florida, practicing at David S. Willig Chartered. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on trademark, trusts, copyright, probate, and business. Admitted to practice in Florida (1988), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida and Trial Bar (1989), District of Columbia (1990), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1995). Educated at University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Université de Paris II (Institut, 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Samuel Willig
- I am an attorney qualified in the US and in Europe
- I have been a lawyer in Florida for 25 years, and in France for 16 years
- I am admitted to practice in all of the Federal courts in Florida, and have appeared in other states, as well
- In France, I am in the Paris Bar, but I have also appeared as lead counsel in Lyon
- I utilize English, French, Spanish and Portuguese at a professional level, and often act as a consultant or "expert witness" for other lawyers involved in international cases
- In Florida, I am a "Civil-Law Notary," which facilitates documentation for business and personal matters in "notarial" countries, including almost all of Europe and South America
- Most recently, I have been certified as a Circuit Court Mediator in Florida
- I can assist in resolving a wide variety of suits and claims, and can be of special assistance to parties whose native language is not English
Practice Areas Explained
David Samuel Willig's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Samuel Willig handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Miami.
Trademark Law in Miami
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Trusts in Miami
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Copyright Law in Miami
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Probate in Miami
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Business & Corporate Law in Miami
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
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 Samuel Willig
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 Samuel Willig's practice in the field of trademark, trusts, copyright, probate, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Samuel Willig brings 38+ 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, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida and Trial Bar, and District of Columbia, David Samuel Willig can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trademark, trusts, and copyright, David Samuel Willig 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 Samuel Willig 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 Samuel Willig Handles in Miami
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