David John Zappitell

PRO

David John Zappitell

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 34 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Delray Beach, FL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Insurance, Brain Injury ... +6 more

200 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite103, Delray Beach, FL

Virtual Consultation Available

Free Consultation

About David

Biography

We pride ourselves on offering personal service to every client! We will maximize your recovery.

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 20%

At Zappitell Law Firm, your well-being is our main priority. Our team understands the physical pain and the financial stress you are grappling with after a serious accident, and we want to help you.

20%
Brain Injury 10%

10%
Insurance 10%

From injury, hurricane and homeowners claims to business claims, Zappitell Law Firm can help you understand and protect your legal rights.

10%
Medical Malpractice 10%

Our firm will vigorously work to defend your best interests when your doctor, nurse or other medical care provider has wrongly injured you as a result of negligent care and treatment.

10%
Motorcycle Accident 10%

If you are a motorcyclist who has been severely hurt as a result of another driver’s careless acts, we can help you. We understand the unique challenges motorcyclists often face, and we can help you overcome unfair bias opinions.

10%
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect 10%

Your elderly loved ones deserve to be treated with respect and care by their nursing home facility. If you suspect negligence or abuse, Zappitell Law Firm is here to help.

10%
Slip and Fall Accident 10%

Our team has extensive experience in handling unique accidents resulting in one-of-a-kind calamities in malls, restaurants, grocery stores, Walmart, cruise ships, recreational facilities, etc., we provide the legal assistance you need.

10%
Trucking Accident 10%

Our team realizes that the sheer size and weight of semi tractor trailers, and other commercial vehicles often cause life-altering injuries or death to victims of truck accidents. We can ensure you get the compensation you need to begin to recover.

10%
Wrongful Death 10%

We represent surviving family members of fatally injured accident victims in all wrongful death claims.

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 34 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1991

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Zappitell Law Firm. PL

200 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite103, Delray Beach, FL, 33444-3768

www.florida.law

Online Presence

Other places you can find David online.

David John Zappitell's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.6 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

Filter Avvo Reviews (11) Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.

Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | 5 stars

Posted by Denise | December 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Best Experience Ever!!!

I cannot express enough how much David Zappitell and Cheryl helped put me at ease throughout my legal journey. Cheryl guided me through every step of the process with clarity and care, while David was always available to answer my questions and empower me in my decisions. If you are looking for a fir...m that provides genuine, personalized attention and high-level expertise, I highly recommend Zappitell Law Firm. You will not be disappointed. Thank you both for a job well done!

Posted by Liz | August 10, 2024 | Medical Malpractice

My Hero

I was referred to David through a friend. Although he was unable to take my case, he gave me the time to go through the whole situation and explained why it was not right for him. He told me what I should be looking for and he referred me to another medical mal practice attorney who was also unable t...o take my case. David was wonderful to speak with and knows his stuff. He guided me to look for certain attributes in law firms and that was very helpful. Last Friday I got an email from an attorney’s office asking if I would be willing to speak with them. They got my name and overview of my case from David. Once he referred me back in July, I didn’t think I would be on his radar as he is very busy, talks with lots of people daily along with everything else he does as the founding member of his firm. I thought he did all he could do, but I was wrong. I signed with them yesterday. If it weren’t for David, I would still be looking for an attorney. David-you are my hero. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Wishing you all the best always.

Posted by anonymous | June 16, 2017 | Personal Injury

Highly Organized, Professional, Stress Free Experience

The Zappitell Law Firm and David Zappitell provide one of the most organized, professional experiences I have ever come across. Not only are cases handled in a professional way, updates are given regularly and all medical appointments, records retrieval, and communication with insurance or other nece...ssary parties is handled through them. David Zappitell removes any of the stress and anxiety of having a legal dispute or ongoing claim.

Posted by Jennifer | May 08, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent attorney, cuts right to the chase

Speaking with David was probably the best experience I have ever had with an attorney. He met the perfect balance between listening to me, taking in everything I had to say, evaluating the situation, and telling me the truth and what expectations were realistic for my case. I find that more valuable ...than any other interaction with an attorney.

Posted by Rick | September 12, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

A personal injury attorney to recommend highly to friends and family

Mr. Zappitell has represented me, my family and my friends successfully in a number of personal injury cases over the years. He has won them all. If you'd like to win your case and obtain the fairest possible settlement, I would recommend him strongly. He's as sharp as they come. He also has a smart ...and talented team behind him.

David Zappitell

Replied last September 12, 2015

Thank you for the kind words!

See All Client Reviews

David John Zappitell's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse David
Stephen M Kapral headshot
Stephen Kapral

Nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David is an excellent trial attorney who consistently delivers high quality individualized representation to his clients."

Harry M. Rosen headshot
Harry Rosen

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"David is an experienced outstanding Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer who specializes in Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, and Medical Malpractice cases. He is highly regarded by his fellow attorneys and former clients for his ability, ethics and personal attention. On a scale of 1 to 10 David is a 10 in my book!"

Stuart A. Rader headshot
Stuart Rader

Wrongful death lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known David Zappitell for over 15 years. He is an excellent trial attorney. I feel extremely comfortable in referring clients to him."

Carlos J. Jimenez headshot
Carlos Jimenez

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Gabriel Fernando Zambrano headshot
Gabriel Zambrano

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known David Zappitell for many years. He is an "out of the box" thinker which allows him to develop creative solutions, and legal theories, in difficult circumstances. I endorse his quality of work and empathy for clients."

Evan Maxwell Rosen headshot
Evan Rosen

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with David on several matters. I consider him one of South Florida's best trial lawyers and an expert on all insurance and injury related law."

View All Endorsements
Harry M. Rosen headshot
Harry Rosen

Car accident lawyer

Carlos J. Jimenez headshot
Carlos Jimenez

Personal injury lawyer

Gabriel Fernando Zambrano headshot
Gabriel Zambrano

Defective and dangerous products lawyer

Evan Maxwell Rosen headshot
Evan Rosen

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Legal Elite, Florida Trend Magazine

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Best Trial Lawyers, US News and World Report

2015

Top 1%, Litigator Awards

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Superlawyers, Miami Herald

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

AV Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Top 500 Plaintiffs Lawyers, Lawdragon

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

1995

Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, The Florida Bar

Work Experience

1996 - 1998

Financial Analyst, General Electric Co.

Associations

2011 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2006 - Present

Federal District Court_Middle District

Member

2000 - Present

Southern Poverty Law Center

Member

1995 - Present

Florida Justice Association

Eagle Member

1991 - Present

Palm Beach County Bar Association

Member

1991 - Present

Palm Beach County Trial Lawyers Association

Member

1991 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

1991 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1991 - Present

Federal District Court-Southern District

Mem

Sample of Legal Cases

Jane Doe v Nobrega

Jury Verdict against Nobrega: 4.2 Million gross, 30% fault. Settlement with unnamed driver: share of 2 million.

See More Legal Cases

Education

N/A

University of Miami School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2001

Insurance for Auto Practitioners

Uninsured Motorist Law

Publications

1993

The Florida Bar Journal Abra Cadabra- The Disappearance of Uninsured Motorist Coverage

Languages

English

Spanish

Portuguese

Activity

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution