Overview

David I. Schneider is a land use attorney in Holland & Knight's Tysons office. Mr. Schneider focuses his practice on land use and real estate development where he assists developers and landowners in a wide variety of land use entitlements in jurisdictions throughout Northern Virginia.

Mr. Schneider effectively and strategically advises clients to help secure rezonings, special exceptions, comprehensive sign plans, special use permits, variances and comprehensive plan amendments. His experience includes mixed-use and transit-oriented development (TOD) near metro stations, senior housing, affordable and workforce housing, as well as infill development. Mr. Schneider also provides a range of experience advising purchasers, sellers and lenders in land use feasibility studies and due diligence. He assists clients navigating conservations easements and advocates for designing healthy, vibrant communities.

Mr. Schneider adds value to clients' development projects with his holistic and creative approach to land use. From initial feasibility to final approval, he provides timely and cost-effective advice to maximize development potential while navigating the interpersonal aspects of development in this region. As a native of Fairfax County, Virginia, Mr. Schneider takes pride in helping the Northern Virginia region evolve through smart development.

Credentials

Education
  • Emory University School of Law, J.D.
  • Tufts University, B.A., English, magna cum laude
Bar Admissions/Licenses
  • Virginia
Memberships
  • Tysons Community Alliance, Executive Committee, 2021-Present; Board of Directors, Founding Member, 2021-Present; Vice Chair, 2024-Present
  • Commercial Real Estate Development Association (NAIOP), Northern Virginia Chapter, Executive Committee, Vice Chair, 2025-Present; Board of Directors, 2022-Present; Member, 2014-Present; Developing Leaders, Co-Chair, 2019-2021
  • Tysons Partnership, Executive Committee, 2021-Present; Land Use Council, Co-Chair, 2021-Present; Placemaking Committee, Chair, 2019-Present; Emerging Leaders Council, Past Chair, 2013-2019
  • Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Washington, D.C., Board of Directors Vice Chair, 2018-2021; Board of Directors Chair, 2021-2023
  • Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce, Board Secretary, 2019-2020
Honors & Awards
  • The Best Lawyers in America guide, Land Use and Zoning Law, 2025; Tysons Land Use and Zoning Law Ones to Watch, Tysons Real Estate Law Ones to Watch, 2021-2024 
  • Chambers USA - America's Leading Business Lawyers guide, Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use (Northern) (Up and Coming), 2024
  • 40 Under 40, Leadership Center for Excellence, Leadership Fairfax, 2023
  • The Legal 500 USA, Real Estate – Land Use/Zoning, 2022
  • 40 Under 40, Washington Business Journal, 2022
  • Young Professional of the Year, Greater McLean Chamber of Commerce, 2019
  • Holland & Knight Living the Commitment Award, 2018
  • Holland & Knight Public and Charitable Service All-Star, 2014, 2017, 2018
  • Holland & Knight Pro Bono All-Star, 2017-2021
  • The Order of Barristers
  • Honorable Conrad B. Duberstein Bankruptcy Moot Court, Finalist Award winner, 2011

Publications

Speaking Engagements

D.C. and Northern Virginia Land Use and Zoning Updates

Holland & Knight Webinar / March 25, 2025

Building Your Legacy with Real Estate Development

Northern Virginia Association of Realtors (NVAR) / February 20, 2025

D.C. and Northern Virginia Zoning, Environmental and Development Updates

Holland & Knight Webinar / October 29, 2024

Mid-Atlantic Zoning, Environmental and Development Updates

Holland & Knight Webinar / June 26, 2024

The Tysons Plan: Investing in Public Initiatives Public/Private Partnerships, Affordable Housing & More

moderator / Future of Tysons, Bisnow / May 2, 2024

Placemaking – The Importance of Creating a Sense of Place

Moderator / NAIOP Northern Virginia Developing Leaders Lunch & Learn Series / March 5, 2020
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