Atty. Neil S. Schecht
Neil S. Schecht graduated from Drake University in 1974 receiving a combined Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics and Business Administration.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 47+ Years Experience
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About Neil S. Schecht at a Glance
Neil S. Schecht is a Member based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Neil S. Schecht, P.A.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, zoning, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1979), Florida (1983), and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1989). Educated at Drake University (J.D., 1978) and Drake University (B.A. DePaul, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Hillsborough County and Illinois State Bar Associations The Florida Bar. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Neil S. Schecht
- Neil S. Schecht graduated from Drake University in 1974 receiving a combined Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics and Business Administration
- In 1975, he was awarded a Master of Science Degree in Management and Public Administration from DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois
- After graduating from Drake University Law School in December of 1978, he worked with the Chicago law firm of Jann, Carroll, Sain & Dolin, concentrating in commercial and civil litigation, corporate, banking, real estate, and municipal law
- Mr. Schecht is a member of the Illinois and Florida Bar, Hillsborough County Bar Association, and Florida Bar Association, licensed to practice in all state courts in Florida and Illinois, the United States Supreme Court, U.S
- Tax Court, the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, and the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
- Neil S. Schecht is a Title Insurance Agent for Old Republic and First American, and enjoys an AV Preeminent® 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rating from Martindale Hubbell
Practice Areas Explained
Neil S. Schecht's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Neil S. Schecht handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Business & Corporate Law in Tampa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Neil S. Schecht is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Real Estate Law in Tampa
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Neil S. Schecht is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →
Commercial Real Estate in Tampa
Neil S. Schecht is one of 15,821 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in Florida →
Land Use & Zoning in Tampa
Neil S. Schecht is one of 39,875 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Florida →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Tampa
Neil S. Schecht is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
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 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.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-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 Tampa Choose Neil S. Schecht
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 Neil S. Schecht's practice in the field of business, real estate, commercial re, zoning, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Neil S. Schecht brings 47+ 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 Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and Florida, Neil S. Schecht can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and commercial re, Neil S. Schecht can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Neil S. Schecht attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Neil S. Schecht Handles in Tampa
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