David J. Weiss

David Weiss is a seasoned attorney specializing in land use, real estate development, zoning, real estate transactions, and real property litigation. With extensive experience in property law, business transactions, and governmental regulations, David provides strategic counsel to developers, property owners, and investors navigating complex real estate and zoning laws.

David advises clients on land development, zoning approvals, real estate transactions, and regulatory compliance, representing commercial and governmental clients in matters related to contracts, loan transactions, real estate, and land planning and development. His expertise extends to civil litigation and advocacy before zoning boards, planning commissions, and local government agencies, ensuring compliance and securing approvals for development projects.

Additionally, David has a strong background in government affairs and municipal law, having previously served as the County Attorney for a North Florida jurisdiction. His deep understanding of local government processes, land use regulations, and commercial real estate development makes him a trusted advisor in the industry.

Credentials

Bar Admissions

• State of Florida
• United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida, Admitted to Practice
• United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Admitted to Practice
• United States Court of Federal Claims, Admitted to Practice

Education

• J.D., magna cum laude, Florida State University College of Law
• Certificate of Environmental & Land Use Law, magna cum laude, Florida State University College of Law
  
  • Florida State University College of Law, Order of the Coif
  • Phi Delta Phi Legal Honor Society
• B.S in Finance, cum laude, University of Florida
  
  • Alpha Tau Omega, Alpha Omega Chapter
  • Florida Golden Key Honor Society

Practices

• Administrative Law and Government Affairs
• Construction Law
• Corporate
• Government Contracts and Bid Protests
• Land Use, Zoning & Environmental Law
• Landlord Tenant
• Litigation
• Real Estate and Lending

Community Involvement

• Leadership Florida, Member, 2015 - Present
• Leadership Tallahassee, Member, 2018 - Present
• Urban Land Institute, North Florida Capital Region, Board Member, 2019 - Present, Chair, Present
• Keep Tallahassee Beautiful, Board Member, 2012 – Present
• The Tallahassee Leon Shelter, Volunteer, 2008 – Present
• Florida State College of Law Real Estate Society, Mentor, 2012
• Tallahassee Bar Association, Member, 2006 - Present
• American Bar Association, Member, 2006 - Present

Awards & Recognition

• AV Preeminent Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
• Florida Super Lawyers, Multiple Years
• Florida Trend, Legal Elite, Multiple Years