Atty. Douglas E. Starcher

Atty. Douglas E. Starcher

Douglas E. Starcher is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Public Finance Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law.

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Profile Summary

About Douglas E. Starcher at a glance

Douglas E. Starcher is a family law, business, m&a, and securities attorney based in Orlando, Florida, practicing at Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, Florida. Educated at Florida State University (JD, 1989) and Georgetown University (—, 1986). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Serands clients in Orlando, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Douglas E. Starcher is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions Law, Public Finance Law and Securities / Capital Markets Law
  • Douglas E., who practices law in Orlando, Florida, has been recognized since 2010
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Douglas E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas E. Starcher's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas E. Starcher handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Douglas E. Starcher is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Douglas E. Starcher is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Florida →

Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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 Orlando 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Douglas E. Starcher

Where is Douglas E. Starcher's law office located?
Douglas E. Starcher's law practice is located in Orlando, Florida. The firm is Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas E. Starcher handle?
Douglas E. Starcher focuses on family law, business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Douglas E. Starcher go to law school?
Douglas E. Starcher earned their education at (JD, 1989); (—, 1986).
How can I contact Douglas E. Starcher for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas E. Starcher directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Douglas E. Starcher received?
Douglas E. Starcher's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law.

Education

JD
Florida State University
- 1989
Georgetown University
- 1986

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Public Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Mergers and Acquisitions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Orlando)
- 2022

Bar Admissions

Florida, Florida

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