David J. Weiss

Overview 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. Read More Read Less Credentials Education Florida State University College of Law, 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, Order of the Coif Phi Delta Phi Legal Honor Society University of Florida, B. S, cum laude, Finance Alpha Tau Omega, Alpha Omega Chapter Florida Golden Key Honor Society 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 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 (Rising Star): 2013 - 2020 Florida Super Lawyers - Land Use/Zoning: 2024 - 2025 Florida Trend, Legal Elite, Multiple Years Best Lawyers in America - Land Use and Zoning Law: Multiple Years Practices Land Use, Zoning & Environmental Law Real Estate and Lending Litigation Corporate Administrative Law and Government Affairs Government Contracts and Bid Protests Landlord Tenant Construction Law