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David Luther Woodward
also known as Dave Woodward
About David
Biography
David Luther Woodward was educated in the public schools of Alabama, Georgia and Florida, earned his undergraduate and professional law degrees at The Florida State University at Tallahassee, and did post-professional studies at the London School of Economics. A lawyer admitted to practice in Florida, Oklahoma and Texas, he practices in each of those states and through local counsel in the United Kingdom.
Practice Areas
This attorney has not specified their practice areas.
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-375 per hour
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Oklahoma for 44 years
State: Oklahoma
Acquired: 1981
Licensed in Texas for 38 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 1987
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022
Licensed in Florida for 56 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1969
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023
Location
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David Luther Woodward's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Rosana | October 16, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Excelent!
I had a long time problem with a timeshare and did'nt know how to act and was worried about it. David Woodwards answered all my questions with care and and wrote in a way I could clealy understand. I just want to thank him and any time I need a lawyer in Florida I will contact him.
Posted by anonymous | February 6, 2015
A pleasure to have dealt with
I contacted David through AVVO and was so pleased I did. He helped me with a foreclosure. I am not a US resident so was unsure of the procedures. David explained everything to me, helped me understand each step and led me to an acceptable outcome. His knowledge of international matters was very re...
Posted by Charles | March 22, 2013
FAMILY LAW
My wife and I hired Mr. Woodward to represent our interest in the welfare of our grandchild. Mr. Woodward was patient, spent time explaining the legal options and then represented our son in this paternity issue. We as grandparents and our son are very pleased with the way Mr. Woodward handled the ...
Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2009
Thief
Came to my house to assist in a case. Required $1000.00, said he would send a receipt and in 45 days the claim would be settled. Never got the receipt and the case was never filed. Many attempts were made through the phone and e-mail and no response. Never pay this lawyer up front
David Woodward
Replied last June 18, 2017Client's case was more involved than usual requiring more time than he anticipated. At the end of the day he expressed satisfaction with the result, and has since recommended me to others. I think his actions may speak louder than his words.
Posted by anonymous | April 7, 2008
Client Review
Excellent attorney with great client service and knowledge of the law.
David Luther Woodward's Lawyer Endorsements
"I am happy to endorse Attorney Woodward. He is knowledgeable and straightforward in giving advice."
"I gladly endorse this very wise lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He generously volunteers his time to thoroughly answer questions on this forum."
"Mr. Woodward offers careful, insightful analysis and advice. He is a valuable contributor to this forum. I endorse him."
"Mr. Woodward is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Woodward is an extremely knowledgeable and effective attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. His answers to many questions are right on point and he is clearly knowledgeable in all areas in which he practices."
"I endorse this lawyer for their knowledge and dedication."
"I endorse this lawyer. An intelligent and an amazing attorney."
"Mr. Woodward consistently gives analytical answers in this forum. His responses are cogent, concise and practical. He also wisely observes, when applicable, if pertinent facts are missing from a question and he notes how such might or might not impact a fuller legal analysis. All in all his responses are helpful, legally accurate, and well-articulated. I endorse this lawyer."
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"I endorse Dave Woodward. If you want a sharp lawyer who tells it like it is, Dave's the lawyer you want."
"Mr. Woodward consistently demonstrates a complete knowledge of the law tempered with good judgment and common sense. His responses to the questions in this forum are insightful. I endorse this lawyer."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.
Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2023
updated on 01/17/2024This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Partially Probated Suspension issued in TX, 2022
updated on 06/28/2023Partially Probated Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. When the attorney returns to practice, he or she will be on probation, meaning the State monitors the attorney's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Suspension with Conditions issued in FL, 2022
updated on 01/06/2023This means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Honors
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1975
Fellow, Hattie M. Strong Foundation
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Attorney, The Law Offices of David Luther Woodward, P. A/Pensacola, Florida
1998 - 2002
Lawyer/of counsel, Reeves and Davis/Pensacola, Florida
1997 - 1998
Lawyer/Managing Counsel, Bond & Botes, P. C./Pensacola, Florida
1985 - 1997
Lawyer/Of Counsel, The Law Offices of David Luther Woodward/Dallas, Texas
1981 - 1985
Lawyer, Jones, Gungoll, Jackson, Collins & Dodd/Enid, Oklahoma
1980 - 1981
Appellate Public Defender of Oklahoma and Visiting Profesor, Appellate Public Defendant Project, University of Oklahoma/Norman
1974 - 1980
Lawyer, The Law Offices of David Luther Woodward, Chartered/Tampa, Florida
1970 - 1974
Assistant Attorney General, Office of the Attorney General of Florida/Department of Legal Affairs/Tampa, Florida
Associations
2014 - Present
American Bankruptcy Institute, Bankruptcy Litigation CommitteeMember
2010 - Present
College of the State Bar of TexasMember
2005 - Present
Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar Association, CLE CommitteeMember
1998 - Present
Escambia/Santa Rosa Bar AssociationMember
1987 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
1982 - Present
The Oklahoma Bar AssociationMember
1969 - Present
The Florida BarMember
1967 - Present
Phi Alpha DeltaMember
1962 - Present
Phi Mu Alpha SinfoniaMember
1985 - 1997
Dallas Bar AssociationMember
1985 - 1997
Dallas Bar Association, International Law SectionMember
1970 - 1971
Federal Bar AssociationMember
1961 - 1981
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
This lawyer has a bibliography of over 125 reported decisions of appeal cases. A list of these will be provided upon request.
Education
1982
London School of Economics and Political Science
Ll. M.
1969
Florida State University College of Law
J. D.
1965
Florida State University
B. A.
Speaking Engagements
2010
Conference: Nuts and Bolts of Bankruptcy
Nuts and Bolts of Bankruptcy
2010
Conference on Consumer Bankrutpcy: The Basics of Chapters 7 and 13
Consumer Bankrutpcy: The Basics of Chapters & and 13
Publications
1983
University of North Carolina Journal of International Law and Commerical Regulation
Reciprocal recognition and enforcement of civil judgments in the United States, the United Kingdom and the European Economic Community
1983
The Oklahoma Bar Journal
A day in the Court of Justice of the European Communities
1983
Law Society's Gazette (United Kingdom)
With Butler: The American contingency fee--fact and fiction
1981
University of Oklahoma Law Reveiw
Book review: Eyewitness Testimony by Loftus
1981
The Oklahoma Bar Journal
The argument for oral argument
1973
The Florida Bar Journal
A day in Crown Court,
Languages
French
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What do I have to disclose on a boat sale
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Corrective deed - grantor no signature
04 Mar 2026
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What is the best way to purchase a home/land anonymously and its impact on the homestead exemption.
04 Mar 2026