Bio

As Manager of the Corporate, Securities and M&A Practice Group, David Black focuses his practice on maximizing the value clients realize from his efforts. In roles ranging from functioning as “outside general counsel” to leading substantial financing and M&A transactions, David starts by carefully listening and analyzing, and completes his practical and efficient value-adding by bringing the best available expertise to create and enhance optimal after-tax results. David handles substantial, complex transactions on behalf of national and international clients across numerous industries, including SaaS, manufacturing and distribution, healthcare, insurance, marine, transportation/logistics, and construction. He has led acquisitions spanning the globe and valuing in excess of $500 million. David’s skill in listening and gaining an in-depth understanding of his clients’ challenges and opportunities forms the solid foundation for adding value that his clients most appreciate. That approach often results in David building long-term relationships with clients for whom he serves as their outside general counsel and trusted advisor. In that role, he musters not only Berger Singerman’s considerable resources and talents, but also the even more substantial outside expertise available through the Firm’s extended network and connections. David’s efforts frequently achieve extraordinary and remarkable results through this combination of skills and resources. As a partner at Berger Singerman, and former co-chair of the Firm’s Business, Finance, and Tax Team, David has consistently been highlighted and recognized for the practical, creative and effective results his efforts have achieved, including by Chambers USA Leading Business Lawyers in Corporate/M&A & Private Equity. Additionally, David has been named a Rising Star by Florida Super Lawyers and one of the Top ‘40 Under 40’ by the South Florida Business Journal. Outside of the office, David has been an active member of the community, having served on a number of boards. For the past ten years, he has been an Advisory Board Member for Posse Miami. He has also served on the Executive Committee and Board of Directors of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce, the Board of Directors of Hope House, and the Board of Directors of The Underwater Bar Association.