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We take great pride in helping those that have been wronged by the negligence of others. Zappitell Law Firm's team of lawyers include Joseph P Wagoner and Stephen M Kapral, Drew Kapneck, and Gabriel F. Zambrano. Mr. Zappitell is AV rated 5/5 by Martindale Hubble and is Board Certified in Trial Law by the Florida Bar. He has tried many successful cases and will do everything to maximize your result.
David J. Zappitell, the firm's founding partner, attended Michigan State University and the University of Miami School of Law where he was moot court champion. Previously, Mr. Zappitell has worked for General Electric as a financial analyst - he understands the value of every case.
David. Zappitell is board certified by the Florida Bar in the area of Civil Trial Litigation, thus he is a specialist in his area of practice. David Zappitell is a member of the Florida Bar, U.S. District Court (Southern and Middle Districts of Florida) and has been a repeat guest lecturer at the National Business Institute Seminars regarding the technical issues surrounding Uninsured Motorist Insurance coverages. additionally, David Zappitell has been a guest lecturer at a round table discussion regarding elderly people with the Palm Beach Guardianship Association, and is also listed in
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State: Florida
Acquired: 1991
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200 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite103, Delray Beach, FL, 33444-3768
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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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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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."
"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!"
"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."
"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."
"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."
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1995
Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer, The Florida Bar
1996 - 1998
Financial Analyst, General Electric Co.
2011 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationAttorney Member
2006 - Present
Federal District Court_Middle DistrictMember
2000 - Present
Southern Poverty Law CenterMember
1995 - Present
Florida Justice AssociationEagle Member
1991 - Present
Palm Beach County Bar AssociationMember
1991 - Present
Palm Beach County Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
1991 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
1991 - Present
Florida BarMember
1991 - Present
Federal District Court-Southern DistrictMem
Jury Verdict against Nobrega: 4.2 Million gross, 30% fault. Settlement with unnamed driver: share of 2 million.
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JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Uninsured Motorist Law
1993
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