Florida Construction Attorney
Understanding the Legal Duties of Qualifying Agents Under Florida Law If you’re a licensed contractor in Florida, you’ve likely been approached by someone asking: “Will you qualify my company so we can operate under your license?” On the surface, it may seem like a simple business arrangement. But the moment you agree to become a qualifier—or … Read more
If you’re a developer in Florida, disputes with contractors aren’t just inconvenient — they can delay projects, increase costs, and threaten your bottom line. From missed deadlines to payment conflicts or construction defects, it’s critical to manage contractor issues proactively and legally to keep your project moving. This guide outlines key legal tips for Florida developers to … Read more
Why Legal Demand Letters Are More Effective—and How We Can Help If you’ve been ignored, underpaid, or wronged by a person or business, you may be considering a demand letter. It’s a smart move—but here’s the truth: a demand letter from a Florida attorney carries far more weight than one you write yourself. Whether you’re trying to … Read more
Not every broken promise is fraud — and not every breach of contract is just a business mistake. In Florida, the line between a breach of contract and business fraud can determine whether you can recover punitive damages, rescind a deal, or hold someone personally liable. If your company has been misled, shortchanged, or outright lied to, it’s important … Read more
What Every Contractor Should Know Before Lending Their License In Florida, it’s common for licensed contractors to be asked to “qualify” a construction company. Maybe it’s a friend, a former employer, or a business partner offering a monthly fee in exchange for the use of your license. Sounds like easy money, right? But here’s what … Read more
In construction, the original scope of work rarely stays the same from start to finish. Owners request extras. Contractors adjust timelines. Subcontractors add tasks to stay on schedule. Before long, the project has ballooned beyond the original agreement — a phenomenon known as scope creep. If you’re a contractor, subcontractor, or supplier working on Florida construction … Read more
Protecting Your License, Your Business, and Your Liability In Florida’s construction industry, it’s not uncommon for licensed contractors to “qualify” a business—allowing that business to operate under their license. Often, these arrangements are made informally: a few conversations, a handshake, and maybe some text messages to confirm payment terms. But here’s the truth: qualifying a company … Read more
In the fast-paced world of construction, not every deal is formalized in writing — especially on smaller jobs or when long-standing relationships are involved. But what happens when payment doesn’t come through? Can you still file a construction lien in Florida if your agreement was verbal? The short answer: Yes, you can — but only under certain … Read more
The Division of Professional and Business Responsibility (DBPR) is the Florida agency responsible for regulating many licensed professionals through its multiple divisions including contractors, real estate professionals, architects, engineers, and much more. A member of the public can submit a Uniform Complaint form, or the Department may initiate a investigation. If the Department believes that … Read more
(Need a Qualifier Agreement?, Go to our main qualifier agreement page for more infomation, Click Here!) There is no requirement for a qualifier to own a percentage of the qualified business. There is no requirement that the qualifier of your construction business must have an ownership interest in your company in order for the DPBR … Read more