David A. Gunter

David A. Gunter

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 45 years

Litigation Lawyer at Melbourne, FL
Practice Areas: Litigation, Mediation, Business ... +2 more

7351 Office Park Pl, Ste 153, Melbourne, FL

About David

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Litigation 40%

David is a very experienced business litigator. His experience includes almost every type of litigation that a small or medium-sized business is likely to encounter. This includes breaches of contracts, tortious interference, fraud, embezzlement, conversion, theft of trade secrets and personal property, disputes among partners and shareholders, employment disputes, and non-compete enforcement.

46 years

40%
Business 20%

David represents many small and medium-sized businesses that rely on his counsel and advice regarding corporate governance, contract review and drafting, employment law counseling, governmental and regulatory matters, and general business matters. As a highly experienced business litigator, David understands very well the cost and risks of litigation. He works with clients to avoid litigation when it is unnecessary or avoidable.

46 years

20%
Mediation 20%

Became a Certified Circuit Civil Mediator in 2014.

13 years

20%
Construction and Development 15%

David represents owners, design professionals, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers. He reviews and negotiates construction contracts, and he litigates payment, construction lien and construction defect cases. He has handled disputes on projects ranging in size from a single family residence up to large condominiums and commercial buildings.

11 years

15%
Environmental and Natural Resources 5%

David has represented clients in permitting and enforcement proceedings involving federal, state, and local agencies. During the 90’s, David was very heavily involved in defending federal Superfund cases. He has also handled toxic tort and products liability cases.

32 years

5%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 45 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1980

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Indiana for 33 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 1992

Inactive In Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 43 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1982

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of David A. Gunter, P.A.

7351 Office Park Pl, Ste 153, Melbourne, FL, 32940-8229

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David A. Gunter's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

2 Client Reviews

5 star (2)
4 star (0)
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Posted by Kim | April 6, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Practical and affordable with impressive legal knowledge.

Mr. Gunter utilizes his extensive background in business law and contract evaluation to provide quality legal services at an reasonable rate. He is approachable and practical with excellent attention to client service. I would recommend Mr. Gunter without hesitation for a variety of problems.

Posted by Alexandra | February 8, 2015

Great attorney

Mr. Gunter helped me when a was terminated from my last job and my former employers were acrimonious. They contested my unemployment and Mr. Gunter helped me win my appeal and kept me sane. I would not have gotten through my unemployment without him.

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David A. Gunter's Lawyer Endorsements

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Geoffrey Golub

Business lawyer | Mar 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. David Gunter is a hard working honest lawyer who I would refer clients to for areas of law that I do not handle."

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Stephen Charpentier

Business lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Oleg Otten

Litigation lawyer | Jan 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Gunter demonstrates an excellent knowledge of the law and compassion to help people in need. He has earned respect from his colleagues in the legal industry. I fully endorse him."

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Ashley Severance

Unknown lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Gunter is a long standing member of the legal community who has the respect of his peers. He is very conscientious and a zealous advocate."

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Sean Harnage

Litigation lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the pleasure of knowing David for several years and he is well respected in and out of the legal community."

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Douglas Beam

Litigation lawyer

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Jennifer Lester

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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Robert Manning

Litigation lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2015

AV Preeminent 4.8 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

Business Litigation, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2014 - Present

President, Law Office of David A. Gunter, P.A.

2001 - 2014

Shareholder, Dean Mead

1998 - 2001

Partner, Beers Mallers Backs & Salin

1991 - 1997

Attorney, Cromer Eaglesfield & Maher

1986 - 1991

Senior Associate, Holland & Knight

1983 - 1986

Associate, Edwards & Angell

1980 - 1983

Associate, Sparber Shevin Shapo & Heilbronner

Associations

2010 - Present

American Association for the Advancement of Science

Member

2006 - Present

Florida Bar Foundation

Fellow

2000 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1980 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Fillmore, LLC v. Fillmore Machine & Tool Company

Judgment in excess of $275,000 that was affirmed on appeal.

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Education

1980

Boston University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

S.B.

Speaking Engagements

2003

Legal and Technical Aspects of Scheduling Analysis

Legal Issues in Scheduling

1995

Hazardous Waste in Indiana

Insurance Coverage and Other Legal Issues

Publications

2002

John Wiley & Sons, Inc. The Complete Book of Pesticide Management

2001

Purdue University Press The Complete Federal and State Compliance Guide for Hoosier Businesses

Languages

English

Activity

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