Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney continues its strategic growth with the addition of David T. Cellitti, shareholder in the Corporate section. Cellitti, who will be based in the Tampa office, brings more than 20 years of experience in helping clients navigate everything from middle-market mergers and acquisitions and other significant transactions, to strategic planning, compliance and day-to-day operations. For many clients, he has provided his insights while serving as outside general counsel. Cellitti joins Buchanan from Quarles & Brady LLP.

“Dave is an excellent addition to the firm,” said Jennifer R. Minter, shareholder and chair of the firm’s Corporate section. “M&A activity continues to be a driver in legal work, and his focus in corporate transactions will continue to build this practice and deepen our corporate bench in Florida.”

“Dave is a leader in corporate law, and exactly who we need to continue the growth in our Tampa office,” said Hala A. Sandridge, shareholder and co-head of the firm’s Tampa office. “His work with clients across industries is aligned with our full service capabilities.”

“I look forward to working with my colleagues in the Corporate section and Florida offices to continue building the practice here,” said Cellitti. “My clients will benefit from Buchanan’s ability to build industry-focused teams across its national footprint.”

Cellitti lives in Tampa’s Hyde Park neighborhood with his wife and three kids. He is active in the local business community. He recently graduated from Tampa Bay Chamber’s “Leadership Tampa” Class of 2022, an intensive professional development program.