Founding Partner, Florida Probate Law Group
R. Nadine David is a founding partner of Florida Probate Law Group and a leading practitioner in Florida estate administration. Alongside her husband and law partner, Cary David, Nadine built the firm on a commitment to providing grieving families with a clear, stress-free path through the legal system. By offering guaranteed flat-fee pricing for all uncontested probate matters, she has removed the financial uncertainty that often accompanies inheritances and estate settlements.
Florida Probate Law Group has helped thousands of families navigate the complexities of the Florida probate courts. Nadine’s focus on compassionate, efficient service is a primary reason the firm maintains hundreds of 5-star Google reviews from clients across the state.
Academic Excellence & Legal Precision
Nadine’s legal career is marked by a history of academic and professional achievement. She is an honors graduate of Stetson University College of Law, which is consistently ranked as one of the top law schools in the nation for trial advocacy and elder law.
Her meticulous approach to Florida Statutes ensures that every estate – whether it involves a simple Summary Administration or a complex Formal Administration – is handled with the highest degree of technical accuracy. Nadine specializes in presenting probate filings to the circuit court as a complete package meeting all local requirements, allowing client cases to get our of probate quickly.
A Modern Approach: 100% Remote Probate
Nadine has been instrumental in developing the firm’s 100% Remote Probate model. She understands that in a modern, global world, family members are often spread across different states or even countries.
“Our goal is to handle the legal heavy lifting so our clients can focus on their families. We’ve designed our process so that administration can be completed without the client ever needing to attend court or visit our office physically.”
By utilizing the latest digital filing standards and remote notarization tools, Nadine ensures that the probate process moves forward swiftly, regardless of where the heirs are located.
Professional Highlights
- Strategic Leadership: As a founding partner, Nadine has overseen the firm’s growth into a statewide practice serving all 67 Florida counties.
- Community Advocate: Nadine is deeply involved in the Gainesville community, particularly through the firm’s sponsorship of Inter Gainesville youth soccer and the USL2 pre-professional team.
- Expert Resource: She is a frequent contributor to discussions regarding the Florida Probate Code and best practices for estate executors.
Education
- Stetson University College of Law, J.D., Cum Laude
- University of Florida, B.A., Cum Laude
Professional Memberships
- The Florida Bar (Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section)
- Florida Justice Association
- Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association
Nadine lives in Gainesville with Cary and their children. She is a dedicated supporter of local youth sports and enjoys spending her weekends cheering on her kids in Alachua youth leagues and participating in community events.
Education
- Stetson University College of Law - J.D. - 2010
Honors Program
G.P.A. 3.19
Rank: 21 of 81
Awards:
Recipient, Maria G. Martin Award for Best Treatise in Legal Ethics, 2010
Recipient, William F. Blews Award for Pro Bono Service, 2010
4.0 in Contracts I; Honor Roll (Fall 2008, Spring 2009)
Advanced Certification in Westlaw and LexisNexis - University of Florida - B.S. - 2007
Major: Family, Youth and Community Sciences, Non-Profit Organizations
G.P.A: 3.47
Awards:
Dean’s List (four semesters), President’s Honor Roll, Presidential Scholar, Florida Medallion Scholar (75% tuition)
Professional & Bar Association Memberships
- Florida Bar Association
Legal Experience
Florida Probate Law Group Gainesville, FL
Attorney, Managing Partner 07/2012 – Present
Represents hundreds of families annually in Florida's Probate Court system, familiar with internal workings of Circuit Court estate administration across all 67 Florida counties, strong work ethic, and dedication to understand the intricacies of each client matter to most effectively minimize risks and maximize inheritances.
Eighth Judicial Circuit Court of FloridaGainesville, FL
Trial Court Staff Attorney09/2011 – 07/2012
Advised Trial Court Judiciary by conducting complex research, making recommendations, and drafting judicial opinions; required sharp focus in analyzing complex situations and deciphering legally significant facts that decided multiple 6- and 7- figure cases; developed insight into judicial practices and decision making process; restructured system to more efficiently process thousands of cases in the circuit; required the ability to adapt quickly and exceed high expectations.
The Chestnut Firm Gainesville, FL
Executive Assistant 07/2011 – 09/2011
Negotiated, drafted, and reviewed contracts; managed multi-million dollar civil litigation caseload; demonstrated superb analytical reasoning under immense pressure; exhibited versatility; communicated effectively with both grieving clients and aggressive opposing counsel; prepared pleadings; developed case theory strategies; hosted focus groups; assisted with law practice management.
Gulfcoast Legal Services, Inc.St. Petersburg, FL
Legal Intern 08/2010 – 12/2010
Met organizational goals by performing thorough, detail-oriented legal research and communicating effectively to a diverse group of clients and colleagues; procured a variety of immigration benefits for indigent victims of violent crime, domestic violence, and human trafficking; conducted intake and client interviews; prepared applications and petitions.
Department of Veterans Affairs, Regional Counsel’s Office Bay Pines, FL
Legal Intern 05/2010 – 07/2010
Defended the U.S. government against claims of medical malpractice and employment discrimination by impartially investigating the merits of lawsuits and conducting extensive research to determine each claim’s strengths and weaknesses; attended and assisted lead counsel in preparing for administrative hearings; performed valuation utilizing jury verdicts; prepared motions, expert witness questions, and direct examinations of witnesses; demonstrated attention to detail, the ability to analyze a case, and superb written and research skills.
Volunteer Tax Assistance Program Gulfport, FL
Certified Income Tax Preparer 01/2010 – 4/2010
Prepared income tax returns for individuals; cultivated knowledge of the Internal Revenue Code and Internal Revenue Service guidelines.
National Clearinghouse for Science, Technology, and the Law Gulfport, FL
Directed Research Assistant 08/2009 – 12/2009
Demonstrated the ability to work efficiently without compromising accuracy; performed directed research on bioterrorism; compiled resources for an international database prepared for legal scholars, judges, medical examiners, scientists, and other professionals.
Client Reviews
I was very happy with her response to my questions and concerns about Florida probate. I am in Ohio and was not familiar with the process but they cleared everything up for me and made me feel comfortable going through the probate process with my loved ones will.
Honest and straight forward assessment of complex case. My case span both federal and state issues, as well as civil case of fraud which maybe criminal fraud. He told me what he could do, what his limits of scope were and what my best/safest position should be and gave me an outline of how to get...
The world of probate can be fairly daunting for one who has little to no experience. Between trying to figure out what to file and when to file, there is also the where. I was quite relieved to have Nadine and Cary to guide me through the court process.
I highly recommend using this law group for your Florida probate needs, and in particular, Charles David. He explained clearly what my 91 year old aunt would need to do in order to sell property that was in hers and her late husband's name.
Florida probate law group,was very helpful in answering the many questions that I had concerning my situation their input was very appreciated thank you.
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