Atty. Douglas P. Manson
Douglas P. Manson brings over 30 years of experience representing both private sector and governmental clients in water, environmental, administrative, and governmental law.
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About Douglas P. Manson at a glance
Douglas P. Manson is a President & Shareholder based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Douglas Manson, P.A.. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on environmental and government. Admitted to practice in Florida (1986) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1990). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1985) and Florida State University (B.S., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Douglas P. Manson brings over 30 years of experience representing both private sector and governmental clients in water, environmental, administrative, and governmental law
- Recognized as one of Florida Trend’s Legal Elite and holding an AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell, Doug is esteemed for his unique legal skills and professionalism
- He regularly represents public supply, industry, business, and agricultural clients, guiding them through the complexities of regulatory authorization, compliance, and enforcement
- Doug’s technical proficiency extends to interpreting sophisticated evidence related to hydrogeology, wetland biology, and environmental modeling
- He has presented on water law topics statewide, including for the Florida Bar Water Law Seminar, the American Water Resources Association, and the Water Management Institute
- In addition to his active legal practice, Doug contributes to professional organizations such as the American Water Works Association, Water Management Institute Board of Directors, and The Florida Bar’s Environmental and Land Use Law Section
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Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
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Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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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 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 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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