David Tarras

David Tarras, Esq., is a Florida federal criminal defense and white collar litigation attorney who protects clients facing investigations, indictments, and high-stakes accusations. He has defended more than 1,000 clients, including individuals and businesses. His work includes fraud, conspiracy, and public corruption matters. He also handles trafficking, firearms, and financial crime cases. He builds strategic defenses, challenges government evidence, and helps clients protect freedom, reputation, and future opportunities.

David earned his B.A. in political science from the University of Florida Honors College. He also earned his J.D. from Fordham University School of Law as a Merit Scholar. His education included research on neuroscience, criminal behavior, and legal defense. That background helps him analyze evidence, understand human conduct, and use legal, scientific, and technological tools when developing defense strategies for complex federal cases, investigations, and trial proceedings under pressure.

David has built nationally recognized experience in federal defense, white collar investigations, and trial advocacy. He has persuaded prosecutors and investigators to decline charges in major fraud matters, secured dismissals, and obtained reduced sentences in serious federal cases. His representative work includes healthcare fraud, securities fraud, cryptocurrency fraud, PPP loan allegations, and Medicare investigations.

David Tarras is admitted in all three federal districts of Florida and the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. His honors include National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40, Fort Lauderdale Illustrated Top Lawyer, Lawyers of Distinction, Avvo 10.0, and media commentary on major outlets. Through preparation, courtroom skill, and constitutional advocacy, he helps clients confront federal power with informed, vigorous defense during difficult, high-pressure proceedings and investigations involving liberty.

Law Office Affiliations

• Of Counsel,  Rossen Law Firm
• Board Member, Federal Bar Association
• Board of Directors, Broward Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (2020-23)
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Palm Beach County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• Fordham University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Florida Honors College
  Bachelor Degree

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