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David Luther Woodward

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  • Pensacola, FL
  • Licensed for 49 years
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About David

David Luther Woodward was educated in the public schools of Alabama, Georgia and Florida, earned his undergraduate and professional law degrees at The Florida State University at Tallahassee, and did post-professional studies at the London School of Economics. A lawyer admitted to practice in Florida, Oklahoma and Texas, he practices in each of those states and through local counsel in the United Kingdom.

Practice areas

AppealsBankruptcy and debtChapter 11 bankruptcyLitigation
  1. Litigation: 35%

    Specialized in federal court litigation. State and federal commercial, real property and interstate and international dispute resolution; some family law representation as well as ad hoc appearances in cases involving other issues.

    47 years, 2,500 cases

  2. Chapter 11 bankruptcy: 35%

    Debtor representation for businesses and persons in Chapter 7, 11, and 12; Debtor representation for persons in Chapter 13. Limited representation of creditors in cases in all chapters.

    26 years, 50 cases

  3. Bankruptcy and debt: 25%

    Debtor representation for businesses and persons in Chapter 7, 11, and 12; Debtor representation for persons in Chapter 13.

    49 years, 1,000 cases

  4. Appeals: 5%

    Appeals in all state and federal courts not limited subject matter or discipline--over 125 reported decisions including State and Federal appellate courts.

    47 years, 3,500 cases

Languages spoken

French

Photos and videos

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Contact

1415 Lemhurst Road
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The Law Offices of David Luther Woodward, P. A.

1415 Lemhurst Road
Post Office Box 4475
Pensacola, FL, 32507-0475

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
TXMCLE Non-Practicing198707/18/2019
OKAuthorized to Practice Law198111/28/2018
FLMember in Good Standing196909/11/2019
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers3167
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2018
FellowHattie M. Strong Foundation1975
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
AttorneyThe Law Offices of David Luther Woodward, P. A/Pensacola, Florida2002 - Present
Lawyer/of counselReeves and Davis/Pensacola, Florida1998 - 2002
Lawyer/Managing CounselBond & Botes, P. C./Pensacola, Florida1997 - 1998
Lawyer/Of CounselThe Law Offices of David Luther Woodward/Dallas, Texas1985 - 1997
LawyerJones, Gungoll, Jackson, Collins & Dodd/Enid, Oklahoma1981 - 1985
Appellate Public Defender of Oklahoma and Visiting ProfesorAppellate Public Defendant Project, University of Oklahoma/Norman1980 - 1981
LawyerThe Law Offices of David Luther Woodward, Chartered/Tampa, Florida1974 - 1980
Assistant Attorney GeneralOffice of the Attorney General of Florida/Department of Legal Affairs/Tampa, Florida1970 - 1974
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American Bankruptcy Institute, Bankruptcy Litigation CommitteeMember2014 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember2010 - Present
Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar Association, CLE CommitteeMember2005 - Present
Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar AssociationMember1998 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember1987 - Present
The Oklahoma Bar AssociationMember1982 - Present
The Florida BarMember1969 - Present
Phi Alpha DeltaMember1967 - Present
Phi Mu Alpha SinfoniaMember1962 - Present
Escambia County Planning BoardMember2012 - 2014
Citizen's Advisory Committee to the Florida-Alabama Transportation OrganizationMember2006 - 2012
Dallas Bar AssociationMember1985 - 1997
Dallas Bar Association, International Law SectionMember1985 - 1997
Federal Bar AssociationMember1970 - 1971
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMember1961 - 1981
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
The Oklahoma Bar JournalA day in the Court of Justice of the European Communities1983
Law Society's Gazette (United Kingdom)With Butler: The American contingency fee--fact and fiction1983
University of North Carolina Journal of International Law and Commerical RegulationReciprocal recognition and enforcement of civil judgments in the United States, the United Kingdom and the European Economic Community1983
The Oklahoma Bar JournalThe argument for oral argument1981
University of Oklahoma Law ReveiwBook review: Eyewitness Testimony by Loftus1981
The Florida Bar JournalA day in Crown Court,1973
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
London School of Economics and Political ScienceLl. M.1982
Florida State University College of LawJ. D.1969
Florida State UniversityB. A. 1965
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
Conference: Nuts and Bolts of BankruptcyNuts and Bolts of Bankruptcy2010
Conference on Consumer Bankrutpcy: The Basics of Chapters 7 and 13Consumer Bankrutpcy: The Basics of Chapters & and 132010
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
This lawyer has a bibliography of over 125 reported decisions of appeal cases. A list of these will be provided upon request.

Reviews

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Review David Woodward

Excelent!

Posted by RosanaTue Oct 17 2017

I had a long time problem with a timeshare and did'nt know how to act and was worried about it. David Woodwards answered all my questions with care and and wrote in a way I could clealy understand. I just want to thank him and any time I need a lawyer in Florida I will contact him.
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Consulted attorney

A pleasure to have dealt with

Posted by anonymousFri Feb 06 2015

I contacted David through AVVO and was so pleased I did. He helped me with a foreclosure. I am not a US resident so was unsure of the procedures. David explained everything to me, helped me understand each step and led me to an acceptable outcome. His knowledge of international matters was very reassuring. I would wholeheartedly recommend David.
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Robert Galbraith, Divorce and separation Attorney on Nov 5, 2018
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I am happy to endorse Attorney Woodward. He is knowledgeable and straightforward in giving advice.

Bruce Minnick, Contracts and agreements Attorney on Sep 13, 2018
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I gladly endorse this very wise lawyer.

William Fitch, Landlord or tenant Attorney on Feb 28, 2018
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I endorse this lawyer. He generously volunteers his time to thoroughly answer questions on this forum.

Willie Graves, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 16, 2017
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Mr. Woodward offers careful, insightful analysis and advice. He is a valuable contributor to this forum. I endorse him.

Channika Desilva, Mesothelioma and asbestos Attorney on Mar 26, 2017
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Mr. Woodward is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice.

Leonard Boyer, Foreclosure Attorney on Dec 13, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Woodward is an extremely knowledgeable and effective attorney.

Matthew Lenza, Estate planning Attorney on Jan 17, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. His answers to many questions are right on point and he is clearly knowledgeable in all areas in which he practices.

Judd Nemiro

I endorse this lawyer for their knowledge and dedication.

Jill Rogers, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 20, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. An intelligent and an amazing attorney.

Webb Millsaps, Health care Attorney on Apr 5, 2015
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Mr. Woodward consistently gives analytical answers in this forum. His responses are cogent, concise and practical. He also wisely observes, when applicable, if pertinent facts are missing from a question and he notes how such might or might not impact a fuller legal analysis. All in all his responses are helpful, legally accurate, and well-articulated. I endorse this lawyer.

Sean Cleary, Car accident Attorney on Dec 20, 2014
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I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community.

Eugene Castagliuolo, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 28, 2014
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I endorse Dave Woodward. If you want a sharp lawyer who tells it like it is, Dave's the lawyer you want.

Debra Feit, Business Attorney on Jun 10, 2014
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Mr. Woodward consistently demonstrates a complete knowledge of the law tempered with good judgment and common sense. His responses to the questions in this forum are insightful. I endorse this lawyer.

John O'Brien, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
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An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.

Christian Lassen, Life insurance Attorney on Apr 25, 2013
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Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.

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  • Hourly Rates$225-$375/hour
  • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs30 minutes
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