David R. Chase

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David R. Chase

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

White collar crime Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: White Collar Crime, Securities & Investment Fraud

1700 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 305, Fort Lauderdale, FL

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About David

Biography

SEC Investigations Lawyer, Former SEC Prosecutor

FINRA Investigations Lawyer

DOJ Securities Fraud Lawyer, Former Special Assistant US Attorney

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Securities and Investment Fraud 50%

Defense of SEC Investigations and FINRA 8210 Inquiries nationwide, including insider trading, stock manipulations and securities offering frauds.

34 years

50%
White Collar Crime 50%

Defense of DOJ Securities Fraud Grand Jury Investigations nationwide, including insider trading, stock manipulations and securities offering frauds.

34 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 33 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1992

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Firm of David R. Chase, PA

1700 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 305, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301-2407

securitiesfrauddefense.net/

Online Presence

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David R. Chase's Reviews

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Posted by Jeffrey | March 11, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Securities & Investment Fraud

A national SEC investigation lawyer expert

David is one of the finest attorneys I know. I have hired and worked with many attorneys before, but none with the deep knowledge that David has of the federal securities laws. He is a national expert in the SEC investigation space. But more than anything else, David truly cares about his clients and... their matters. He took the time to thoroughly understand my situation and provided clear, practical guidance that gave me a total confidence. His professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to explain complex matters in a clear and easy to understand way truly set him apart from other lawyers out there. I would highly recommend David to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and trustworthy securities lawyer. I would recommend him to my children and closest family members if they needed a lawyer.

Posted by Alex | February 13, 2026 | Securities & Investment Fraud

Excellent SEC Defense Attorney

David Chase is an experienced and well respected SEC defense attorney. He is an expert in this area of the law and gets excellent results for his clients.

David Chase

Replied last February 13, 2026

Thank you Alex, greatly appreciate your recommendation.

Posted by David | December 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Financial Markets and Services

Expert Guidance on FINRA Matters

David is an exceptional attorney whose deep knowledge of FINRA regulations and securities law is immediately apparent. He took the time to thoroughly understand my situation and provided clear, practical guidance that gave me a great deal of confidence moving forward. His professionalism, responsiven...ess, and ability to explain complex FINRA matters in a straightforward way truly set him apart. I would highly recommend David to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and trustworthy SEC or FINRA lawyer.

David Chase

Replied last December 29, 2025

Thank you David, greatly appreciate your review and kind words. It was my pleasure and an honor to represent you.

Posted by Jeff | December 04, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Financial Markets and Services

Exceptional SEC and FINRA Counsel for Financial Advisors

David has been an invaluable resource throughout my career in financial planning. He has negotiated excellent outcomes for me, guided me through broker‑dealer transitions, and has always been available with clear, practical advice on the constantly changing FINRA, SEC, and broker‑dealer rules and r...egulations. I would highly recommend David to anyone seeking guidance or representation in matters involving the SEC, FINRA, or the DOJ.

David Chase

Replied last December 30, 2025

Deeply appreciative of your glowing review and am thrilled I was able to negotiate highly favorable resolutions for you.

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David R. Chase's Lawyer Endorsements

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Scott Silver

Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David is one of the best SEC regulatory and defense attorneys I have had the pleasure of knowing. He brings experience and passion to every matter he handles. An Experienced SEC investigation lawyer and former SEC Prosecutor, with over 30 years of practice, I trust him with client referrals for any type of SEC or DOJ inquiry including allegations of insider trading, market manipulation or investment misconduct. A skilled strategist, David knows when to fight or when to negotiate to a client's satisfaction."

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Andrea Jakob

Securities and investment fraud lawyer | Dec 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I fully endorse this lawyer."

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Joel Beck

Financial markets and services lawyer | Jul 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"As a former securities regulator, I've had a few occasions to sit across the table from Mr. Chase in settlement negotiations, or at hearing. While our respective parties did not necessarily agree on everything, he zealously represented his clients, and did so with integrity and professionalism. Now, in private practice, I've also had the opportunity to work with Mr. Chase on the same side. My experience there has been the same, and he has continued to demonstrate his knowledge and professionalism. Based on my experiences, I'm pleased to recommend David Chase."

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Melanie Cherdack

Securities and investment fraud lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2025

Securities Litigation, SuperLawyers

2025

Band 1: Litigation: Securities, Chambers and Partners

2023

Top 10 Influential Florida Securities Lawyers, Business Today Lawyer Awards

2022

Securities Litigation, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Managing Partner, Law Firm of David R. Chase

1999 - 2003

Attorney, Sullivan Rivero & Chase

1998 - 1999

Special Assistant United States Attorney, US Attorney's Office Southern District of Florida

1995 - 1999

Senior Counsel - Enforcement Division, US Securities & Exchange Commission

1992 - 1995

Attorney, Greenberg Traurig

Associations

2023 - Present

The Anti-Fraud Coalition

Member

1999 - Present

The American Bar Association

Member

1992 - Present

The Florida Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

SEC v. Blake Cathey

Favorably resolved

SEC v. Neil Burkholtz, et. al.

Favorably resolved

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Education

1992

University of Miam School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1988

Tulane University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2026

4th Annual Financial Frauds Conference

SEC Enforcement Investigations

2025

Year End Fraud Event

SEC Frauds and SEC Whistleblower Program

2024

Offshore Alert

SEC Whistleblower Program

2023

Offshore Alert

SEC Whistleblower Program

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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