Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Legal Representation for Administrative, Criminal & Civil Cases in Florida
The Dunn & Miller PL is a Tallahassee-based legal practice dedicated to defending the rights of individuals and businesses. With over 15 years of experience in civil litigation, administrative law, and criminal defense, our firm combines prosecutorial insight with private practice expertise to deliver strategic legal solutions. We specialize in complex areas including stop-work order defense, white-collar criminal cases, and business licensure disputes, leveraging our deep understanding of Florida statutes and agency procedures.Our client-centric approach prioritizes clear communication and tailored strategies, while our demonstrated success in administrative hearings and courtroom litigation establishes our authority in these practice areas. We maintain strict adherence to ethical standards while advocating for favorable outcomes in both transactional and adversarial legal matters.
Services
Administrative Law
Civil Litigation
Stop-Work Orders
White-Collar Crimes
Family Law
Wills Trusts Estates
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of combined prosecutorial and defense experience in Florida courts
- Our attorney personally handles all client communications and case strategy
- Specialized knowledge of Florida's stop-work order procedures and licensure regulations
- Proven success in administrative hearings and civil litigation matters
- Direct advocacy approach with no outsourced case management
Services
Administrative Law
Our administrative law practice focuses on state agency disputes, business licensure issues, and regulatory compliance challenges. We represent clients before Florida agencies in matters involving license denials, non-renewals, and disciplinary actions. With former prosecutorial experience, we effectively navigate complex administrative procedures to protect professional and business interests.
Stop-Work Orders
Specialized defense against Florida stop-work orders, including penalty reduction and criminal charge prevention. We challenge improper enforcement actions through administrative hearings and negotiate favorable resolutions. Our former prosecutorial perspective provides unique advantages in these high-stakes regulatory matters.
White-Collar Crimes
Comprehensive defense for embezzlement, fraud, and RICO cases. Our practice combines accounting expertise with trial experience to dissect complex financial allegations. We represent clients in investigations and prosecutions involving state and federal authorities, focusing on minimizing personal and business consequences.
Civil Litigation
Representation in commercial disputes, contract enforcement, and business torts. We handle complex litigation matters including non-compete agreements, landlord-tenant conflicts, and professional negligence claims. Our approach emphasizes early case assessment and strategic resolution.
Family Law
Full-service family law practice covering divorce proceedings, child support, and parenting plans. We provide practical solutions for complex marital dissolutions while maintaining focus on clients' long-term interests and family well-being.
People
Kris Dunn
Attorney
Former prosecutor with 15+ years of legal experience, handling over 30 jury trials. Specializes in administrative law, civil litigation, and criminal defense. Graduated from Florida State College of Law in 2003 after military service as an Airborne Ranger.
Questions
What is a Florida stop-work order?
A stop-work order is issued when businesses allegedly lack workers' compensation coverage, immediately halting operations and carrying potential felony charges.
How can I challenge a stop-work order?
You have 21 days to request a hearing. Our firm specializes in administrative challenges and penalty reduction strategies for these orders.
What are the penalties for violating a stop-work order?
Penalties include $1,000 daily fines, $5,000 per misclassified employee, and potential felony charges with penalties up to $100,000.
Do I need Florida-specific workers' comp coverage?
Yes, out-of-state policies with 'all-states endorsements' may not be recognized. Florida requires specific endorsements for proper coverage.
Should I provide records with a stop-work order investigation?
Consult an attorney first. While records requests aren't subpoenas, strategic decisions about production can significantly impact case outcomes.
What administrative law cases do you handle?
We represent clients in state agency disputes involving business licensure, regulatory compliance, and administrative penalties across Florida.
