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David Knox
also known as Dave Knox
About David
Biography
David Knox is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Law and a former prosecutor. As a prosecutor, Mr. Knox tried over 100 cases to verdict ranging from misdemeanor offenses to punishable-by-life offenses and homicide. He has tried dozens of felony jury trials, including offenses for: murder, aggravated battery, drug charges, firearm offenses, complex theft, battery on law enforcement, burglary, complex fraud, driving offenses, and various other crimes.
Mr. Knox knows how to spot potential weaknesses in the Government's case and understands prosecution strategies and tactics. He has handled thousands of cases and has argued hundreds of motions and violation of probation hearings in various courts. Mr. Knox will defend your rights, will thoroughly evaluate your case, and attempt to resolve it through negotiation. If the case cannot be resolved through negotiation, Mr. Knox will go to trial for you.
Since moving to private practice, Mr. Knox has developed an effective motion practice and has successfully had numerous serious cases dismissed, including multiple first degree felonies. Mr. Knox has also managed, through pre-file litigation and advocacy before state and federal decision-makers, to prevent serious cases from being filed or to have them filed as lesser offenses.
Mr. Knox has experience trying and defending complex criminal matters involving expert witnesses on varied issues such as: cause of death, DNA, ballistics, fingerprints, bite marks, forensic psychology, toxicology, bomb making, and accident reconstruction.
Mr. Knox is a former insurance agent and has worked for a number of Fortune 500 companies including: W.W. Grainger, PPG Industries, Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, and Comcast. Mr. Knox can analyze your personal injury case or white collar criminal charges with an “insider” perspective that aids him in properly preparing and appreciating your case. His understanding of criminal law, business, and insurance, as well as his courtroom experience, will aid him in zealously representing you.
Areas of practice include: general litigation, business litigation, violent crime, all felonies, economic crimes and fraud, drug charges, violations of probation, DUI, misdemeanors, injunctions, and driving offenses.
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Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Business
20%
2,000 cases
Criminal Defense
20%
14 years | 2,000 cases
Litigation
20%
14 years | 2,000 cases
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Licensed in Pennsylvania for 10 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 14 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Knox Leib, PLLC
514 North Franklin St., Suite 205, Tampa, FL, 33602
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David Knox's Reviews
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Posted by Brenda | February 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Recommendation
Compassionate and honest. Was quick to respond to calls, texts, and followed up in all instances. Excellent grasp of the issues and guided us to a successful conclusion for my family's situation. Would highly recommend him.
Posted by Ross | February 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
I highly recommend David Knox
David discussed my case with me in detail and he really listened and presented in court What we talked about. He not only litigated the facts in the case but he also had compassion for what I was going through and he communicated this to the judge in a way that touched her heart. David responds To my...
Posted by anonymous | December 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Tremendous attorney
Phenomenal criminal defense attorney. Has great knowledge of criminal law and procedure. Judges like him and prosecutors respect him because of his smarts and integrity. I hired him for a a complex situation in federal court. He immediately took charge, the prosecutor was surprised by how thorough hi...
Posted by michael | August 2, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Excellent Attorney
David was extremely responsive and took time to thoroughly explain my case and answer all of my questions. He provided guidance and insight that was overlooked by my previous counsel. Anyone looking for a compassionate and knowledgeable attorney should speak with Dave and his team.
Posted by Ty | April 17, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Glass enclosure problem.
Had a problem with a window company. Glass room was not installed on time or proper. David called co and they finally called me to set a date to install. I finally got it installed just before I went up north for the summer. If MR Knox had not intervened, I would still be waiting. Thanks
David Knox's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. David is extremely knowledgeable in the area of criminal law. He obtains favorable results for his clients."
"David Knox knows what he is doing. He is quick on his feet, calm under pressure, and he knows his way around a courtroom. He is sincere to others, dedicated to his clients, and he constantly works to master the law. He is well respected in the community and I would be very confident in calling him my attorney. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"David is experienced, knowledgeable and aggressive. He is well respected by his peers and clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"David is one of the sharpest and most aggressive lawyers I have ever gone against. While as a prosecutor he was through, relentless; and yet fair. As a defense attorney, he is caring, intense, and brilliant. He truly cares for the law and his clients. I highly recommend Mr. Knox."
"I have both worked against and with Mr. Knox. He is a knowledgeable attorney who actually cares about his clients - a rare trait in today's lawyer-saturated world. He works tirelessly to garner the best results for those that are fortunate enough to hire him. He has my highest recommendation."
"I have been opposing counsel on cases when Mr. Knox was with the Office of the State Attorney. Mr. Knox is a respectable lawyer who is professional and excels at his career. I am happy to endorse Mr. Knox."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Dave is an expertly skilled litigator and negotiator and has a firm grasp of the law. You will be impressed and thankful that you chose him to represent you."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Knox is an extremely skilled litigator who continues to excel in every aspect of his practice. His skillful approach to each case helps both his client and the representation of the profession as a whole. I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Knox is a great lawyer. He has a great legal mind and excellent trial skills. I have seen him take many cases to jury verdict and win. He knows what it takes to get the job done the right way. I endorse this lawyer."
"David and I worked together at the State Attorney's Office in Hillsborough County and co-counseled numerous trials together. On every occasion, David was an excellent, thorough and diligent attorney. He has a unique ability to see the big picture in a case and to focus on the desired results. I am certain that his skills and traits deliver a substantial value to his clients and I fully endorse him without reservation."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2020
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2011
Excellence for the Future Award: Trial Advocacy, University of Pittsburgh
2011
Excellence for the future award Advanced torts, University of Pittsburgh
2011
Certificate in Civil litigation, University of Pittsburgh
2011
Top grade Trial Advocacy, University of Pittsburgh
2011
Member Trial team, University of Pittsburgh
2004
Deans list, University of South Florida
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Managing Partner, Knox Leib, PLLC
2016 - 2017
Associate, Todd Foster Law Group, PLLC
2015 - 2016
Associate, Taracks Gomez & Rickman
2011 - 2015
Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office
2010 - 2011
Law Clerk, State Attorney's Office
2009 - 2010
Law Clerk, Equity Protection Legal
2009 - 2010
Judicial intern, Allegheny County
2007 - 2008
Sales Support Architectural Finishes, Ppg Industries, Inc.
2006 - 2007
Personal Lines Insurance Agent, Nationwide Insurance
Associations
2017 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar Associationcommittee: ethics and professionalism
2016 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2015 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaAdmitted to Practice
2015 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of FloridaMember
2011 - Present
Florida BarAdmitted
2011 - Present
University of Pittsburgh Alumni AssociationMember
2011 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
University of South Florida Alumni AssociationMember
2011 - 2017
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2017
Young Lawyers ClubMember
2011 - 2014
National District Attorneys AssociationMember
2011 - 2017
Florida Bar, Criminal Law SectionMember
2010 - 2011
St. Petersburg Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2015
Florida Bar, Government Lawyer SectionMember
2009 - 2011
University of Pittsburgh Competiton Trial TeamMember
Sample of Legal Cases
IRS TAX FRAUD
Investigation closed; no criminal charges
Second degree murder
Not Guilty after Jury Trial
Writ of certiorari
Relief Granted
Possession with intent to distribute
No felony conviction
Post conviction relief
30 year prison sentence set aside
Organized fraud/grand theft over 100K
Case Dismissed
DUI
reduced to reckless driving
DUI
reduced to reckless driving
improper exhibition of a firearm
nolle prossed
Organized fraud/grand theft
Case Dismissed
early termination of probation
Motion granted
Shooting into a building on campus
No felony conviction/ct 1 dismissed, probation.
DUI
reduced to reckless driving
Federal Contract Claim
Case dismissed
Cargo theft over $100,000.00
Client avoided prison, jail, and restitution.
First Degree Murder
Not guilty Murder; Guilty of lesser Agg manslaughter
welfare fraud
Case Dismissed
Domestic violence by Strangulation
Reduced to misdemeanor, entered diversion program
DUI
reduced ro reckless driving
Felon Possession of a Firearm; Grand Theft
Reduced to Misdemeanor
Battery Pregnant Female
Reduced to misdemeanor; entered diversion program
Domestic Violence Strangulation
Reduced to misdemeanor, entered diversion program
Driving unlicensed Taxi
Case Dismissed
Domestic violence by Strangulation
Misdemeanor diversion program
Burglary Dwelling and Burglary tools
Divesrion Program
Driving unlicensed Taxi
Case dismissed
Public assistance fraud
Case Dismissed
Aggravated Assault; battery
No charges filed
Obstructing an Officer Without Violence
State declined prosecution
Obstructing an Officer Without Violence
State declined prosecution
Domestic violence battery
Case Dismissed
Domestic Battery strangulation
Negotiated diversion program to avoid conviction
Aggravated Battery on a Pregnant female
negotiated with State to avoid felony filing/resloved with diversion program on a misdemeanor
DUI
Reckless Driving
Domestic violence battery
Case dismissed
Aggravated battery on a pregnant woman
Declined prosecution
Agg assault with a firearm
Case dismissed
welfare fraud
Case dismissed
Battery Law Enforcement Officer
Case Dismissed morning of Jury Trial
sex offense
Felony reduced to misdemeanor, no jail time.
criminal mischief (felony)
No charges filed
gun charge
dismissed by defense motion
Felony Drug charge/ VOP
2 felony counts dismissed
Injunction
dismissed
Sexual Battery
No Charges Filed
Organized scheme to defraud over 100k
No charges filed
Grand theft and Bank Fraud
No Filed by State Attorney
Class Action Lawsuit; unfair debt collection
Dismissed
Tax Fraud
No charges filed and no arrest made.
Improper conduct by school employees
No charges filed.
Armed burglary, shooting into a dwelling, 10-20-life
No incarceration
sexual harrassment
settlement obtained for woman harassed by employer
Education
2011
University of Pittsburgh
JD - Juris Doctor
2011
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
Stetson University College of Law
Visiting Scholar
2006
University of South Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Fox 13
Shooting Death
2017
Criminal procedure and evidence
Trying a murder
2016
American Board of Trial Advocates (Tampa Bay chapter)
Ethics in criminal law (assist Todd Foster)
2015
state attorneys office
Basic Felony Trial Practice
Publications
2017
Fox 13
Shooting trial
2017
Reason
Mandatory minimums
2017
2016
Leagle
Vernell v Nuvell
2016
Leagle
Vernell v Nuvell
Languages
English
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Q&A
Will I not be hired or capable of keeping a job until my deferred prosecution record is expunged and sealed?
27 Oct 2016
Q&A
Can an adult be charged with a sex crime in this type of situation?
02 Jan 2016
Q&A
Is it legal in Nevada for a 16 year old to have sex with someone over 25?
28 Dec 2015