About Dolney Law, PLLC — business law Orlando, Florida

Dolney Law, PLLC provides focused business and civil law representation to Orlando-area clients from their Baldwin Park location. Attorney Tom Dolney handles business contract review, transactional matters, appeals, condominium association disputes, civil rights cases, and a range of legal situations that require both legal precision and practical problem-solving. Clients seeking business law representation in Orlando, Florida find in Dolney Law a genuinely accessible attorney — one who answers his own phone, returns calls quickly, and brings both legal expertise and human warmth to every client interaction. Tom Dolney has served as business counsel to clients across multiple industries, including startups, established businesses, and condominium associations navigating complex insurance and contract disputes.

Clients describe Tom Dolney as a rare attorney: one who is honest throughout the process, proactive in identifying issues clients hadn’t considered, and willing to jump into urgent situations immediately. An elderly couple targeted by a predatory contract found Tom intervened quickly and effectively. A startup founder who needed contract assistance multiple times over a year describes feeling like a valued client rather than a burden each time. One condominium association’s complex Hurricane Irma insurance dispute — involving an insolvent insurer and the Florida Insurance Guaranty Association — was handled successfully under Tom’s representation.

What Clients Say

Reviewers describe Dolney Law as responsive, honest, and effective across a wide range of legal situations. Clients consistently highlight Tom Dolney’s personal availability — he answers his phone and responds to emails quickly, which sets the firm apart. Multiple clients credit him with protecting them from predatory contracts, resolving complex business disputes, and delivering appellate success. Several describe him as a “5-star attorney” and their go-to legal resource for any future needs.

business law Orlando — Practice Areas & Services

• Business Contracts: Dolney Law reviews, drafts, and negotiates contracts for Orlando-area businesses, including commercial leases, vendor agreements, operating agreements, and service contracts.
• Civil Appeals: Attorney Dolney handles appellate matters in Florida state courts, applying strategic analysis to complex legal questions that require briefing and oral argument skills beyond trial practice.
• Condominium Association Law: The firm represents condominium associations in Florida on insurance disputes, contract matters, and enforcement proceedings, with experience in complex multi-party insurance litigation.
• Civil Rights: Dolney Law pursues civil rights claims for Orlando-area clients whose constitutional or statutory rights were violated, drawing on Tom’s litigation experience in Florida courts.
• General Business Counsel: The firm serves as ongoing outside counsel for small and mid-size businesses in Central Florida, advising on legal issues as they arise across the business lifecycle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should a business contract in Florida always include?

A well-drafted Florida business contract should clearly identify the parties, define the scope of services or goods, establish payment terms and schedules, include dispute resolution provisions (mediation, arbitration, or litigation venue), address intellectual property ownership where relevant, and contain a termination clause. Florida courts enforce contracts as written, which means vague or missing provisions frequently lead to expensive disputes. Having an attorney review or draft agreements before signing is far less costly than litigating an ambiguous contract later.

What is the Florida Insurance Guaranty Association (FIGA)?

FIGA is a state-created entity that pays covered claims when a Florida-licensed insurance company becomes insolvent. Coverage is generally limited to $300,000 per claim, though higher limits apply to homeowner claims. FIGA claims involve unique procedural requirements and timelines that differ from standard insurance claims. If your insurer has become insolvent, an attorney experienced in Florida insurance law can help you maximize your recovery within FIGA’s framework.

How do I appeal a court decision in Florida?

Florida appeals are filed in the District Courts of Appeal. You must file a notice of appeal within 30 days of the final judgment. Appeals are based on the written record from the trial court — no new evidence is introduced. The process involves written briefs and, in some cases, oral argument. Appellate practice requires specific legal writing skills distinct from trial work, and selecting an attorney with appellate experience is important for a successful outcome.