David C. Willis, ADR Attorney in Orlando, Florida
Over 74 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and General · 4.9/5 rating from 13 verified client reviews
PartneratRumberger, Kirk & Caldwell Professional Association
Orlando, FL
Practicing adr in Orlando since 1952.
- 74+
- Years practicing
- 4.9 ★
- 13 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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David C. Willis is a partner based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and General. David has over 74 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Rumberger, Kirk & Caldwell Professional Association. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 13 client reviews.
- Based in
- Orlando, FL
- Experience
- over 74 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · General
- Handles ADR, Business, and General matters from Orlando, FL.
- Over 74 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About David C. Willis: David C. Willis is a partner based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and General. David has over 74 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Rumberger, Kirk & Caldwell Professional Association. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 13 client reviews.
Areas of practice
David's practice areas in Orlando
David concentrates on adr, business, general, litigation, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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ADR cases in Orlando, Florida
David takes adr matters in Orlando, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Orlando, Florida
David takes business matters in Orlando, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
General cases in Orlando, Florida
David takes general matters in Orlando, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Orlando, Florida
David takes litigation matters in Orlando, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Orlando, Florida
David takes real estate matters in Orlando, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
David C. Willis, adr attorney serving Orlando
David C. Willis is a partner based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and General. David has over 74 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Rumberger, Kirk & Caldwell Professional Association. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 13 client reviews. David works from Orlando, Florida and takes on adr matters across the region.
Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Business Litigation, Construction Law and Real Estate Law, David Willis devotes his practice to construction, real estate and commercial matters. David is one of 15 Florida attorneys who are certified in three areas. His three areas of certification are complementary, providing him with a solid foundation to assist all of his clients, whether they are seeking counsel for corporate transactions, contract negotiations or litigation. In addition, David is certified mediator by the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida and also a Florida Supreme Court-certified circuit mediator. He serves as an impartial third party to facilitate discussions and help parties in civil suits reach a mutual agreement before a trial.
David represents businesses, their owners and executives, and serves as a valuable resource for his clients. He works with his clients to promptly resolve disputes avoiding litigation altogether. But, when litigation is unavoidable, he understands the complexities and nuances of litigation to help his clients prevail with less time and expense.
With more than 40 years of experience, David has successfully represented parties involved in construction projects including public or private owners, general contractors, trade contractors, material suppliers, and design professionals. Construction projects have included multi-million dollar commercial buildings, hospitals, schools, high rise condominiums, hotels, and airports. David is involved in all stages of the project from site acquisition, contract negotiation and drafting, contract administration to close out. He guides clients through disputes involving construction liens, Federal Miller Act bond claims and state law bond claims, defective work claims, delay damages, acceleration claims and extras. He also handles litigation that varies from the simple to the complex, multi-party, multi-million dollar construction defect, delay and acceleration claims.
A significant part of David’s practice also includes handling a wide variety of business transactions and business litigation. Over his career, David has successfully tried jury and non-jury trials in state, federal and bankruptcy court throughout Florida. David represents clients in matters involving breach of contract, business entity/shareholder disputes, business torts, patents, trademarks, and copyright claims, real estate disputes and creditor’s rights. His extensive background litigating contracts and related business disputes provides him with additional insight when counseling clients on various contracts, real estate transactions and non-compete agreements.
David also assists clients in the purchase or sale of commercial real estate. He guides clients from negotiating contracts to working with surveyors, environmental experts and title companies, through to closing. He provides invaluable insight to his clients when handling real estate transactions. David is also a title insurance agent for Old Republic National Title Insurance Company and a member of Attorneys’ Title Fund Services.
David currently serves on The Florida Bar Real Estate Law Certification Committee. He previously served on The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization & Education from 2018-2024, having held the Vice Chair and Chair positions. He also previously served on The Florida Bar Construction Law Certification Committee from 2010-2016, having held the Vice Chair and Chair positions. These committees are responsible for reviewing applications for Board Certification and preparing the certification examination. David also served on The Florida Bar Business Litigation Certification Committee from 2004-2010. David served as a member of the Edgewood City Council from 2002 to 2004 and 2005 to 2011.
David is also certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a Circuit and County Mediator. In his role as a mediator, David will assist with negotiations between parties engaged in disputes, specializing in clear communication and conflict resolution to guide groups through the agreement process and help them to independently reach a solution. David believes his 40 years of litigation experience will enable him to assist his colleagues in reaching a resolution of their cases.
Community
•Edgewood City Council
Certifications
•AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
•Board Certified in Real Estate Law
•Board Certified in Construction Law
•Board Certified in Business Litigation
•Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit and County Mediator
•Certified Mediator, U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida
Awards & Honors
•Listed in Best Lawyers in America, Commercial Litigation and Construction Law 2023-2026
•Listed in Florida Super Lawyers 2009, 2011
Articles & Presentations
•Co-presenter, 'Navigating the FTC’s Final Rule on Noncompete Agreements: Critical Insights for Employers,' The Knowledge Group, September 2024
•Panelist, 'Florida Bar Board Certification: How and Why to Get Board Certified,' Orange County Bar Association CLE, October 2023
•Panelist, 'Best Practices for Peer Review and Challenges to the Process,' American Bar Association National Specialization Roundtable, May 2022
•Presenter, 'Managing Your Risk - A Top Ten List of Ways to Avoid Spending Time With Lawyers,' Associated Builders and Contractors Workforce, March 1, 2017, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
•Comparison of Consensus DOCS and 2007 AIA Agreements - Associated General Contractors of Greater Florida - Speaker, 2008 - 6/26/08
•Florida Law for Engineers- American Society Civil Engineers - Speaker, 1998, 2003
•Florida Law for Design Professionals-Lorman Education Services - Speaker, 1997, 1998, 1999
•Notice to Owner - What Is It and What Do I Do With It? - Orlando Regional Healthcare System - Speaker - June 2, 1998
•Legal Aspects of Dealing with the Year 2000 - Florida Hospital Association - Speaker - July 22, 1998
•The “Moransais Decision” - A Discussion From the Engineer’s Perspective - American Society Civil Engineers - Speaker - December 14, 1999
•Florida Construction Contract Law - Centex Homes - Speaker - May 8, 2001
•Emerging Issues in Florida Indoor Air Quality and Toxic Mold Litigation - National Business Institute - Speaker - December 9, 2003
•Navigating Your Way Through Business Court Seminar - Orange County Bar Association - Co-Chairman - May 13, 2005
David's News and Insights
01.29.2026
Firm News
David Willis Adds Federal Mediator Certification to ADR Practice
RumbergerKirk partner David Willis has been certified as a mediator...
08.21.2025
Firm News
27 RumbergerKirk Attorneys Named to the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America
Dan Gerber and Leonard Dietzen Named “Lawyer of the Year;”...
08.04.2025
Firm News
Partner David Willis is Certified by the Supreme Court of Florida as a Circuit Mediator
RumbergerKirk Partner David Willis has been certified from the Supreme...
09.04.2024
Events
Navigating the FTC’s Final Rule on Noncompete Agreements: Critical Insights for Employers
RumbergeKirk partner David Willis shared insights on the FTC’s Final...
08.15.2024
Firm News
Best Lawyers in America 2025 Edition Recognizes 24 RumbergerKirk Attorneys
Two Named “Lawyer of the Year” and Two Named “Ones...
07.08.2024
Firm News
David Willis Appointed to Serve on the Florida Bar Real Estate Certification Committee
RumbergerKirk Partner David Willis has been appointed to The Florida...
10.26.2023
Events
Florida Bar Board Certification: How and Why to Get Board Certified
The Orange County Bar Association Intellectual Property, Business Law, Criminal...
08.17.2023
Firm News
Best Lawyers in America Recognizes 24 RumbergerKirk Attorneys with Managing Partner Frank Sheppard Named Lawyer of the Year
ORLANDO, FL - August 17, 2023 - Best Lawyers has...
05.25.2023
Firm News
David Willis Appointed Chair of the Board of Legal Specialization and Education for The Florida Bar
David Willis will chair the Board of Legal Specialization &...
11.16.2022
Firm News
David Willis is Recertified in Real Estate Law
RumbergerKirk Orlando Partner David Willis has been recertified by The...
Working with David on a adr matter
Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Business Litigation, Construction Law and Real Estate Law, David Willis devotes his practice to construction, real estate and commercial matters. David is one of 15 Florida attorneys who are certified in three areas. His three areas of certification are complementary, providing him with a solid foundation to assist all of his clients, whether they are seeking…
Clients David works with
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and general matters in Orlando and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Credentials — where David studied and practices
University of Florida, College of Law J.D. with honors University of Florida, College of Law J.D. 1984 University of Florida Law Review University of Florida, College of Law J.D. Research Edi
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University of Central Florida
B.S. Business · 1981
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Wisconsin
1952 · ACTIVE
David studied at — in University of Florida, College of Law J.D. with honors University of Florida, College of Law J.D. 1984 University of Florida Law Review University of Florida, College of Law J.D. Research Edi and B.S. Business in University of Central Florida.
Law school and academic background
David completed — in University of Florida, College of Law J.D. with honors University of Florida, College of Law J.D. 1984 University of Florida Law Review University of Florida, College of Law J.D. Research Edi and B.S. Business in University of Central Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
David's legal honors and published work
David has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
David C. Willis's office in Orlando
David's primary office is at Lincoln Plaza, Suite 1400, 300 South Orange Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Rumberger, Kirk & Caldwell Professional Association
Lincoln Plaza, Suite 1400, 300 South Orange Avenue
Orlando, FL 32801
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Client reviews of David C. Willis — 4.9/5 rating from 13 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Orlando.
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How to hire David C. Willis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Orlando, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David C. Willis
How much does it cost to hire David for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Florida typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Orlando?
David is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with David?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new adr clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
ADR attorneys serving Orlando, Miami and Tampa in Florida
David handles adr matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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