Atty. Edward O. Savitz

Atty. Edward O. Savitz

Mr. Savitz regularly represents corporate and individual clients at both the trial and appellate level in matters involving construction litigation, franchise litigation, intellectual property litigation, and professional liability litigation including attorney, accountant, and design professional malpractice defense.

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Profile Summary

About Edward O. Savitz at a glance

Edward O. Savitz is a business, real estate, construction, estate litigation, and litigation attorney based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Bush Ross PA. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar. Educated at University of Florida (—, 1975) and University of Florida (J.D., 1974). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Savitz regularly represents corporate and individual clients at both the trial and appellate level in matters involving construction litigation, franchise litigation, intellectual property litigation, and professional liability litigation including attorney, accountant, and design professional malpractice defense
  • He is also a certified mediator in federal court
  • Mr. Savitz is an approved panel attorney for most professional liability insurance carriers

Practice Areas Explained

Edward O. Savitz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward O. Savitz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

Edward O. Savitz is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Edward O. Savitz is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Construction Law

Edward O. Savitz is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Florida →

Estate & Trust Litigation

Edward O. Savitz is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Edward O. Savitz is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Edward O. Savitz

Where is Edward O. Savitz's law office located?
Edward O. Savitz's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Bush Ross PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward O. Savitz handle?
Edward O. Savitz focuses on business, real estate, construction, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Edward O. Savitz go to law school?
Edward O. Savitz earned their education at (—, 1975); (J.D., 1974); (BA).
How can I contact Edward O. Savitz for a consultation?
You can contact Edward O. Savitz 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 Edward O. Savitz received?
Edward O. Savitz's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate.

Education

University of Florida
- 1975
J.D.
University of Florida
- 1974
BA
Duke University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bet-the-Company Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Real Estate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mediation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Communications Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Accountants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Accounting
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Architects and Engineers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Breach of Contract
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Disputes
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Complex Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Covenants Not to Compete
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Franchise
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Liability
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awarded the Army Commendation Medal upon his honorable discharge in 1972
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, by Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Tampa)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Tampa)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants (Tampa)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Tampa)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction (Tampa)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Tampa)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Construction Law (Tampa)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Real Estate (Tampa)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Construction (Tampa)
- 2015
Lawyer of the Year — Construction Law (Tampa)
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Florida, The Florida Bar

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