Attorneys
Attorney – David Thorpe 
David Thorpe is originally from the Detroit Michigan area, but since 1988 he has been a resident of Tampa, Florida.
Education
Mr. Thorpe received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration, with a minor degree in computer electronics, from the Siena Heights University in 1988. From there, Mr. Thorpe attended Stetson University College of Law in St. Petersburg, Florida, and graduated in 1996. During law school, Mr. Thorpe concentrated his course work in litigation and evidence.
Central West Coast Florida Practice
Mr. Thorpe has been practicing in the Tampa Bay area since 1997. Upon being admitted to the Florida Bar in 1997, Mr. Thorpe served as a federal law clerk to the judges in the Middle District of Florida. Afterwards he worked as assistance legal counsel for the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. He is a member of the Florida Bar and is licensed and authorized to practice in all state courts in Florida, the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, and the United States Supreme Court. He is an active member in good standing with the Florida Bar, Hillsborough County Bar Association, Clearwater Bar Association, Carrollwood Bar Association and Tampa Bay Bankruptcy Bar Association. Mr. Thorpe has handled cases in most of the counties in the State of Florida.
Mr. Thorpe tried his first mortgage foreclosure case in 2000, representing a homeowner in St. Petersburg, Florida. Shortly afterwards he became the lead trial/appellate attorney for one of the largest mortgage foreclosure firms in Florida representing banks in mortgage foreclosure cases. In that capacity Mr. Thorpe conducted approximately 50 mortgage foreclosure trials and handled numerous appeals.
On April 11, 2005, Mr. Thorpe established The Thorpe Law Firm, P.A. Mr. Thorpe has handled thousands of mortgage foreclosure cases and now uses his vast experience to assist homeowners save their homes.
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Court Admissions
- Florida Supreme Court
- United States District Court Middle District of Florida
- United States Supreme Court
Professional Organizations
- The Florida Bar
- Hillsborough County Bar Association
- Clearwater Bar Association
- Carrollwood Community Bar Association
Education
- Juris Doctor, Stetson University College of Law
- Top of class honors in federal taxation
- Top of class honors in evidence
- Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration, Siena Heights University
- Cum Laude
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Attorney – David Veenstra
Mr. Veenstra started his legal career in Tampa, where he has worked on a variety of civil litigation at the trial and appellate level, including foreclosure defense, bankruptcy, contract, and landlord/tenant disputes. Today, he focuses on civil litigation and marital and family law.
Law School
Mr. Veenstra attended the Stetson University College of Law and graduated in the top half of his class. As a student he served as a Research Assistant for Family Law and in Trial Advocacy. He also achieved IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance/Tax Counseling for the Elderly Advanced Certification and served as a local site supervisor in the VITA program.
While a student Mr. Veenstra was inducted into the Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society, was awarded the Fred G. Minnis Sr. Bar Association Diversity Scholarship, and received the William F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award.
Military Service
Prior to becoming an attorney, Mr. Veenstra served in the United States Air Force and attained the rank of Senior Master Sergeant. During his career he was assigned to nine separate locations, including four overseas tours (in the Pacific, the Far East, Southwest Asia and in Europe). A combat veteran, SMSgt Veenstra deployed overseas to participate in both Operation DESERT STORM and Operation IRAQI FREEDOM, including leading troops while under fire in Iraq. He was also responsible for installation security at Andrews Air Force Base, home of Air Force One, and traveled with Air Force One outside the United States. Additionally, he traveled extensively for the Air Force on other missions, serving in 35 separate countries on every populated continent on earth.
An Honor Graduate of the Air Force Law Enforcement Academy, SMSgt Veenstra served his entire career in the military police. As an Airman he received the following awards and decorations: Air Force Meritorious Service Medal (4), Air Force Commendation Medal (7), Air Force Achievement Medal (7), Army Achievement Medal (1), Southwest Asia Service Medal with 2 Bronze Star Devices, Air Force Good Conduct Medal (6), National Defense Service Medal (2), Southwest Asia Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Korean Defense Service Medal, Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, Navy Expert Rifle Medal, Coast Guard Expert Rifle Medal, Navy Expert Pistol Shot Medal, Coast Guard Expert Pistol Medal, Kuwait Liberation Medal Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and the Kuwait Liberation Medal Government of Kuwait.
Personal
Mr. Veenstra was born and raised here in the Tampa Bay area, where he earned the Eagle Scout award in the Boy Scouts of America. He graduated from H.B. Plant High School before matriculating at the University of South Florida. He has been married to Diane Veenstra since 1984. Mrs. Veenstra is an elementary school classroom teacher who specializes in math and science. They have a passion for life, a love of children, and a great appreciation for family and friends.
The Veenstra’s son, David Jr., is also an Eagle Scout.
Court Admissions
- United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
- United States District Court Middle District of Florida
- United States Tax Court
- Florida Supreme Court
Professional Organizations
- The Florida Bar
- Florida Bar Family Law Section
- American Bar Association
- Hillsborough County Bar Association
- St. Petersburg Bar Association
- Clearwater Bar Association
- Carrollwood Community Bar Association
- Professional Association of Diving Instructors
Education
- Juris Doctor, Stetson University College of Law
- Research Assistant, Family Law and Trial Advocacy
- Recipient, Fred G. Minnis Sr. Bar Association Diversity Scholarship
- Recipient, William F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award
- Inducted into the Phi Delta Phi Legal Honor Society
- IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance/Tax Counseling for the Elderly (Advanced Certification/Site Supervisor)
- Master of Science, Criminal Justice, University of Central Florida
- President’s List & Dean’s List, 4.0 GPA
- Inducted into Alpha Phi Sigma, Criminal Justice Honor Society
- Selectee, Graduate Incentive Fellowship
- Winner, American Society for Industrial Security Graduate Scholarship
- Winner, American Criminal Justice Association Graduate Paper Competition
- Bachelor of Arts, Criminology, University of South Florida
- Dean’s List and Honors Convocation
- Member, Lamba Alpha Epsilon, American Criminal Justice Association
- Recipient, Airmen Achievement Award for Academic Superiority
- Recipient, Air Force Association Outstanding Academic Achievement “Eagle Grant”
- Winner, American Society for Industrial Security Scholarship
- Winner, American Criminal Justice Association Undergraduate Paper Competition
Other Education, Training, & Accomplishments
- FBI National Academy, Federal Bureau of Investigation
- Department of Defense Inspector General School
- Hostage/Crisis Negotiations
