Mr. Willis was the 2nd attorney we retained to handle a then 2 year old, unresolved civil matter he & his crew subsequently inherited during Covid-World. While working through this period of time within a legal system that was running at half-speed, they introduced smart actions & maintained vigilant contact with parties involved to reach a favorable judgement for us.
David Willis is a Jacksonville native and life-long resident. He graduated from Wolfson High School and went on to the Univeristy of North Florida, graduating with a degree in Busniess Management. David is a licensed General Contractor who decided to dedicate himself to fighting for the rights of the everyday citizens he saw being abused by the system and unable to cope with the complex legal issues affecting their lives.
After graduating law school, David started the David Willis Law Group with an emphasis on criminal defense, D.U.I. representation and civil litigation, including construction matters, in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. Clients agree: David is caring, honest and takes the time to listen. His goal is always to achieve the best possible outcome for your case. If you are struggling with a criminal charge or have been injured because of the negligence of others, contact David Willis today at
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My highest praises upon David's capabilities...
Mr. Willis was the 2nd attorney we retained to handle a then 2 year old, unresolved civil matter he & his crew subsequently inherited during Covid-World. While working through this period of time within a legal system that was running at half-speed, they introduced smart actions & maintained vigilant contact with parties involved to reach a favorable judgement for us.
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Posted by Garrett | January 31, 2023
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Man Of Respect
A genuinely great person , man of faith, and a steady hand to help guide you. Also happens to be an impeccable attorney .
Posted by anonymous | July 17, 2022
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VP of Account Management
David Willis was a customer of mine long before I became a client of his. And through those years I have sent referrals, not knowing I would end up needing his services myself.
David does not just "take a case"--he invests himself into every aspect of the job. He kept me very informed, and made me feel incredibly comfortable in quite an uncomfortable circumstance. I was always made aware of any change in my case, and David was present & available for any care, concern, or clarification I needed. I had no doubt that my case was being handled by the absolute best person for the job.
Furthermore, big shoutout to Rose, who handled more of my calls than any normal person should have to, but she answered every question I had with kindness and compassion. If she told me she would do something, I didn't have to wonder IF she would, and how long it would take. It just got done in a timely & courteous manner.
Overall-though I hope I wouldn't have the need-I would go to David Willis & his team for any future legal needs.
(And in case you were wondering? Charges dropped.)
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Posted by anonymous | October 2, 2017
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Excellent service
He was extremely helpful and knowledgeable.
Will use Dave Willis again.
Posted by anonymous | June 2, 2017
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DUI Defense
I was arrested for a DUI in December of 2016, and referred to Mr. Willis's firm from a credible source stating they were the best. I met with Mr. Willis and between his presence, his knowledge, and his confidence, I knew I needed to hire his firm to represent me in my case. We went to a jury trial and won with a Not Guilty verdict in May 2017. It is all due to Mr. Willis and his team's extensive knowledge for DUI law and their ability to put up a fight for what is right.
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Posted by Ed Whelan | May 5, 2016
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David's an Excellent Lawyer
David is an excellent trial and construction lawyer. His vast experience in construction, including actually working as a licensed contractor for many years, is invaluable to anyone looking for a construction lawyer.
Posted by brent | December 15, 2015
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civil and criminal atorney
If you need an attorney , you are a fool not to speak to Mr David Willis. I was referred to Mr Willis by another attorney.
Best referral in my life. After your initial meeting, you know in youre in great n hands. This man reeks in class .
He could be your best friend but at the same time all business. Ive made hundreds of mistakes in my life but Mr Willis was not one of them.
I had a serious traffic incident and Mr Willis without going into details took care of me to perfection.
This man is total class and a true southern gentleman, I may see him for my primary care doctor.
I would give him 10 stars if I could
Brent Fj
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Posted by JD | December 8, 2015
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Knows his stuff!
This man handled my son's DUI case ~ and while my boy was unwilling to take his case to trial, Mr Willis displayed a sense of professionalism that went way above the norm. Thank you for your service, kind sir...
Posted by Richard | June 3, 2015
David fought for me!
There was a lady in our apartment complex who was being beat by her husband outside. My wife called for me and I responded by going outside and physically restraining him until the police arrived. I was subsequently arrested for hitting the husband with a baseball bat several times. Since I used a bat I was charged with felony (F3) Aggravated Battery with a deadly weapon. I was given an outrageous bond, due to a previous record when I was younger, with very little hope at all of getting out of the charges.
David Willis and his group of professionals were able to convince the State Attorney's Office to drop all charges without prejudice. It is over and I don't have to worry about probation or anger management courses. He called this morning and said I no longer had a court date my charges were dismissed!
If you need a lawyer you can trust, that can be aggressive when need be, if you have any legal problem the folks at David Willis are the ones to call!
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Posted by Ray | November 28, 2011
Experienced Businessman and Great Attorney
David Willis is a breath of fresh air in the legal profession. His years of experience as a general contractor and business man, together with a down-to-earth personality, render his approach to legal issues much more real-world and practical, and not bookish nor ivory tower.
I would highly recommend Mr. Willis for contract disputes, especially if they involve real estate, or construction in particular. You will benefit from his candid, experience based advice and counsel.
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Posted by Amber | August 19, 2011
The best Lawyer ever
The best . He got me out of a third DUI . droped out of court. I am now driving. and was looking at time and a loss of driving for ten years.. He is the Best. I do recomend him to every one I know.. The Best..
Response from David WillisAugust 20, 2011
"Winning"
Posted by Billy | August 19, 2010
Smart and Honest Lawyer (unheard of, but here he is)
I was arrested for driving on a suspended license. It looked like I was in deep trouble and the State Attorney was demanding jail time. David worked with me and found a problem with the traffic stop that required the case to be dropped. I was super lucky to have David working on the case, and he did a great job. I won’t be driving until I get my license back.
David was always available to talk to me and answer questions. He even picked me up and drove me to my hearings because I couldn’t drive. Show me another attorney that does that.
A super good guy; honest and straight shooter.
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Criminal defense Attorney | May 25
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Working for and with David has allowed me to view first hand his determined and thorough work ethic towards each and every client. He is a knowledgeable and aggressive attorney seeking only the best outcome for his clients."
Criminal defense Attorney | May 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"David is a zealous advocate for his clients. He knows the law and fights until the end for the best possible result for each client. You are in good hands with David Willis as your attorney"
DUI and DWI Attorney | May 25
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"David Willis has been fighting for his clients who face DUI charges for years. He is exceptionally qualified, and his clients benefit from his experience, knowledge, and strong work ethic."
Litigation Attorney | Feb 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Attorney Willis for over 10 years. He is fighter for this clients and knows his way around the courtroom. I highly recommend Attorney Willis for your legal needs."
Construction and development Attorney | Feb 04
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"David is of the highest caliber professional. His knowledge and understanding of the construction industry, gained by his years owning and operating a successful construction company, are invaluable when litigating a construction case. David's skills and abilities, coupled with his unwavering work ethic, shines through in all areas of his practice. He provides a great service to his clients and he delivers great results."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"David is a fine lawyer who has an innate ability to find exactly what he needs in order to get the best result possible for his client. If you are in his office, hire him."
Criminal defense Attorney | Sep 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"David Willis is a very talented, experienced and mature attorney, who is well-respected by his fellow lawyers and the judges. He is always diligent in representing his clients and strives to obtain for them the best possible result."