David Evelev - Lake Mary, FL
Attorney at Dan Newlin Injury Attorneys
Bad Faith and Extra-Contractual Liability Lawyers in Lake Mary, FL
610 Crescent Executive Ct Suite 112 Lake Mary, FL 32746
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Lake Mary Bad Faith and Extra-Contractual Liability Lawyer
Updated: 07/10/2026
Areas of Practice
- Bad Faith and Extra-Contractual Liability
- Catastrophic and Personal Injury
- Federal Practice
- Hospitality Industry Defense
- Insurance Defense Litigation
- Liquor Liability Defense
- Personal Injury Protection (PIP)
- Premises Liability
- Product Liability
- SIU Insurance Fraud Defense
- Trucking Accident Defense
- Vehicle Negligence
Attorney Information
Overview
David Evelev has more than 20 years experience defending clients in personal injury, wrongful death, employer liability and professional malpractice cases. He is at home in all Florida state and federal courts, having tried more than 100 cases before a jury. A partner at Alvarez, Sambol & Winthrop, David is also a member of the Illinois and Missouri bars and has represented clients in trial courts in both states.
A competitive triathlete, David knows how to harness his inner drive to win and apply it to legal work on behalf of his clients. "I take a hands-on approach with clients, working very closely with them to define objectives and execute a plan for success," he says. "Making sure the client knows the odds and fully understands what it takes to win at trial is important. It's a little like participating in a triathlon - prepare, focus and finish strong."
David's clients rely on his extensive trial experience and find his capabilities related to managing the costs of litigation to be a valued asset. Over the years, he has focused on issues facing the transportation industry, including carrier and trucking, automobile and rental car liability defense. His broad experience defending clients in criminal prosecution cases is a clear advantage in his current work as defense attorney helping clients prevail in special investigations unit/fraud defense cases. Recognized for his vast legal experience in the commercial transportation industry, David is frequently asked to give presentations on trucking and commercial vehicle litigation, as well as Federal and Florida Department of Transportation regulations and statutes.
Education
Legal Education
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University of Miami School of Law,
Coral Gables,
Florida, 1990
J.D.
Non Legal Education
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Tulane University,
New Orleans,
Louisiana, 1986
B.A.
Current Employment Position(s)
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Partner
Past Positions
- State of Florida Attorney's Office, 12th Judicial Circuit, Sarasota, Florida, Chief, Major Crimes Unit, 1991 - 1998
- Dickinson & Gibbons, P.A., Associate, 1998 - 1999
Bar Admissions
- Missouri, 1999
- Florida, 1990
- Illinois, 2000
- U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida
- U.S. District Court Southern District of Florida
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Georgia
- U.S. Court of Appeals 11th Circuit
Other Affiliations
- Missouri Bar Association (Member)
- The Florida Bar (Member)
- American Bar Association (Member)
- Association of Trial Attorneys of America (Member)
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Contact
610 Crescent Executive Ct
Suite 112
Lake Mary, FL 32746
Phone Number: 407-456-8728
Email: Send a message
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