Atty. Robert E. Doan

Atty. Robert E. Doan

Robert Doan primarily devotes his practice to businesses, land owners and professionals in the construction and real estate industry. He is board-certified as an expert in construction law by The Florida Bar.

DeLand DeLand 24 Years Experience 24 year
Call (386) 327-2735

Profile Summary

About Robert E. Doan at a glance

Robert E. Doan is a Partner based in DeLand, Florida, practicing at Cobb Cole. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on contracts, probate, business, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Florida (2002). Educated at University of Florida (B.A., 1998) and University of Florida J.D. (—). Serves clients in DeLand, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert Doan primarily devotes his practice to businesses, land owners and professionals in the construction and real estate industry
  • He is board-certified as an expert in construction law by The Florida Bar
  • He attended the University of Florida on a Florida Academic Scholars scholarship, where he participated in the undergraduate honors program and was selected for membership in Florida Blue Key
  • He remained in Gainesville after earning his bachelor’s degree and attended the University of Florida Law School
  • Upon graduation, Mr. Doan accepted an associate attorney position in the construction litigation department of the West Palm Beach law firm of Boose, Casey, Ciklin, Lubitz, Martens, McBane & O’Connell, beginning his career as a construction and real estate attorney
  • Mr. Doan handles cases in all counties of Florida
  • In addition to representing clients, Mr. Doan frequently teaches continuing education courses to the construction industry and real estate professionals, and has served as a guest lecturer at the University of Florida College of Building Construction and the College of Law
  • He is currently the secretary of The Florida Bar Construction Law Committee and serves on the Legislative Subcommittee for Construction Law
  • Mr. Doan has served as a peer reviewer for The Florida Bar’s Construction Law Institute since 2010 and was a presenter in 2012
  • Mr. Doan was listed in the Wall Street Journal and Miami Herald in 2012 in the Super Lawyers Rising Stars list in construction and surety law
  • Mr. Doan left his practice as a shareholder of Silverman, Vorhis & Doan in Gainesville in 2013 to relocate to Volusia County to be closer to family
  • He served for more than two years in the Volusia County Attorney’s office, primarily handling economic development, real estate and as counsel to the Daytona Beach International Airport
  • Mr. Doan joined Cobb Cole in 2016
  • In his free time, Mr. Doan enjoys family beach trips, golf, camping, fishing and many other outdoor activities

Practice Areas Explained

Robert E. Doan's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Probate

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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.

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Land Use & Zoning

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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 DeLand 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert E. Doan

Where is Robert E. Doan's law office located?
Robert E. Doan's law practice is located in DeLand, Florida. The firm is Cobb Cole. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert E. Doan handle?
Robert E. Doan focuses on contracts, probate, business, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Robert E. Doan practiced law?
Robert E. Doan has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Robert E. Doan go to law school?
Robert E. Doan earned their education at (B.A., 1998); (—).
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Education

B.A.
University of Florida
- 1998
University of Florida J.D.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2002

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