Atty. Neil S. Schecht

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.

Tampa Tampa 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

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. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • 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 Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Neil S. Schecht 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.

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Real Estate Law

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

Neil S. Schecht is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Commercial Real Estate

Neil S. Schecht is one of 16,000 commercial re attorneys indexed nationally. Browse commercial re attorneys in Florida →

Land Use & Zoning

Neil S. Schecht is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Florida →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Neil S. Schecht is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a 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 Neil S. Schecht

Where is Neil S. Schecht's law office located?
Neil S. Schecht's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Neil S. Schecht, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Neil S. Schecht handle?
Neil S. Schecht focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, zoning, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Neil S. Schecht practiced law?
Neil S. Schecht has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Neil S. Schecht go to law school?
Neil S. Schecht earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A. DePaul, 1974).
How can I contact Neil S. Schecht for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Neil S. Schecht received?
Neil S. Schecht's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Drake University
- 1978
B.A. DePaul
Drake University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1979
Florida
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2000

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