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Dino Perakis
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Biography
Trial Attorney & Litigator, Dino Perakis | DinoEsq.
I serve clients in Volusia, Sarasota, Manatee, Flagler, and St. John's Counties. I develop trial-ready cases, drafting high-value demand letters that outperform AI claims software, and training teams in cutting-edge legal workflows. Clients describe me as attentive, effective, and honest—a steady hand in moments of legal chaos. My litigation background includes roles as an Assistant State Attorney, commercial litigator, and lead trial counsel for a statewide property insurance firm. I have 10+ years of courtroom experience, over 25 jury trials, a perfect 10.0 Avvo Rating, and I have wanted to be a trial lawyer since I was 8 years old. I help clients in Volusia and throughout Florida recover from damages caused by a motorcycle crash, automobile injury, premises defect, and navigate negotiations to resolve complex insurance disputes with trial precision and honest communication.
Practice Areas: Trust and Will Disputes, Complex Insurance Coverage Disputes, and Bad Faith | Criminal Defense,Traffic Citations
Languages: English, Greek
Consultations: Confidential, no pressure, by appointment
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Payment Methods
- Cash
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 11 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Dino Perakis Esq. P.A.
595 W. Granada Blvd, Suite L, Ormond Beach, FL, 32174
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Dino Perakis's Reviews
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Posted by Hasnaa | May 19, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Outstanding Legal Representation – Highly Recommended!!!
Mr. Dino’s representation of my son was nothing short of extraordinary. From our first conversation, Mr. Dino impressed us with his warmth, professionalism, and genuine concern for our situation. He was always available, responding promptly to every question and making us feel truly heard-like we wer...
Posted by Amanda | August 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Perakis was amazing!!
We hired Mr. Perakis to represent my son. Without getting into details the outcome was better than we would ever expected. If needed will definitely use him in the future and refer people to him. Thank you so much for everything you did!!
Posted by Matthew | October 18, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Hands down the very best in Sarasota!
When I first started looking for an attorney I was working crazy hours and my schedule wouldn't allow a normal office visit. Dino not only went out of his way to work with my schedule but agreed to meeting me on a Sunday afternoon. This was something that seemed out of the question for most attorneys...
Posted by Melissa | October 16, 2018
Thank you Dino!
Dino is one of the most aggressive, honest and hardworking attorneys I know! You will be in greats hands when you hire him! I wouldn’t trust anyone else with one of my cases.
Posted by Jen | September 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Very professional
I recieved a ticket for not giving an officer my registration card even though he had said "don't worry about it", and then came back with a ticket. Dino was confident, professional and determined to help me. He truly cares about the people. It's something that you can't fake.
Dino Perakis's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Perakis is the lawyer you need in your corner for a criminal matter. I had the distinct honor to work with Attorney Perakis early on in our careers. As an Assistant State Attorney, he was always ethical and a resource on legal maters I was not familiar with. On trials, Attorney Perakis exuded the utmost of ethical principals and was extremely dedicated to conducting fair and impartial trials. I have no doubt that he has a wealth of knowledge to offer his clients and it is with great pride I endorse Attorney Perakis."
"I would highly recommend Dino to anyone who needs a knowledgeable and experienced criminal defense attorney. He was an excellent prosecutor who I always enjoyed working with on our cases together. As a defense attorney he brings that experience and knowledge. He has a great future ahead of him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgeable, experienced and aggressive. A+ lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I strongly ENDORSE DINO PERAKIS. He was a very honest, dedicated prosecutor while he was in our Circuit. He handle his cases with fairness."
"I endorse this lawyer, Mr. Perakis is an outstanding trial attorney and works very hard for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've had the pleasure of working with Mr. Perakis on several criminal cases, and he is an extremely intelligent and aggressive attorney who diligently advocates for his clients."
"Mr. Perakis is not only a skilled criminal litigator; he also is a very skilled in business litigation. Mr. Perakis is the rare attorney that has developed a strong proficiency and reputation in all fields of law that he practices."
"Dino and I worked closely together on complex criminal law cases as State Prosecutors. Dino thinks "outside the box" and is very creative on his legal strategies. Today, Dino employs this same skill set for his clients and strives to get them the best possible result. I endorse Dino for any legal matter."
"Attorney Perakis' skill set, passion for the law and ability to effectively communicate arguments makes him a great choice for a lawyer."
"Dino is a very knowledgeable attorney with a tremendous work ethic and passion for the practice of law. I endorse him and would highly recommend him."
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Experience
Honors
2021
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2020
2020 Elite Attorney, Sarasota Magazine
2017
Top 30 Under 30, SRQ Magazine
2016
Certificate - DV Trial Issues, Florida Prosecuting Attorneys Association
2016
Certificate - Prosecuting the Drugged Driver, Florida Traffic Safety Resource Prosector Program
2015
Certificate - Pre-Trial Motion & DUI Trial Advocacy, Florida Traffic Safety Resource Prosector Program
2014
Highest Grade Award, Florida Coastal School of Law, Business Associations
2013
Regional Semi-Finalist, Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition
2013
National Semi-Finalist, Hassell National Constitutional Law Moot Court Competition
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Associate, Politis & Matovina, P.A.
2015 - Present
Associate, Dino Perakis, Esq.
2015 - 2017
Assistant State Attorney, State Attorney's Office 7th and 12th Judicial Circuits
2014 - 2014
Federal Clerk for the Hon. Monte C. Richardson, United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida
Associations
2021 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2018 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of FloridaMember
2018 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers chapterDeath Penalty Committee Member
2018 - Present
American Inns of CourtAssociate Member
2018 - Present
Gulf Coast Community Foundation, Leadership InstituteGraduate Member
2017 - Present
Sarasota County Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Florida Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2017 - Present
Manatee County Teen CourtVolunteer Judge
2015 - Present
Republican National CommitteeCharter Member
2015 - Present
United States Middle District of FloridaLicensed Attorney
Port Orange Chamber of Commerce
Member
Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce
Member
Florida Bar
Member
2019 - 2020
Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers CollegeMember
2015 - 2016
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaMember
2015 - 2016
Port Orange YMCABoard of Directors
2014 - 2014
Chester Bedell American Inn of CourtPupil
2013 - 2013
Jacksonville Bar AssociationStudent Member
2008 - 2009
Tau Epsilon PhiPresident
Sample of Legal Cases
Jury Trial - Possession of Firearm by Convicted Felon
Judgment of Acquittal Granted - Charges dropped
Prosecuted - Possession of Firearm by Person Under 24, Adjudicated Delinquent
Favorable Jury Verdict
Armed Robbery - Jury Trial
Defense Jury Verdict
Petit Theft - Jury Trial
Favorable Jury Verdict
DUI/DWI - Jury Trial
Defense Jury Verdict of Not Guilty
DUI/DWI - Double Refusal
Favorable Jury Verdict
DUI/DWI - Jury Trial
Favorable Jury Verdict
DUI/DWI - Jury Trial
Favorable Jury Verdict
DUI/DWI - Jury Trial
Favorable Jury Verdict on 1/2 Counts
DUI/DWI - Jury Trial
Favorable Jury Verdict
Education
2014
Florida Coastal School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2009
Florida State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Port Orange Chamber of Commerce, Leads Group
Dino Esquire
2012
Legal Studies Institute Pre-law Symposium at Georgetown University
Symposium on How to Prepare for Law School
2012
Florida Coastal School of Law New Student Orientation
Strategies on how to succeed in law school
Publications
2014
Coastal Update on Regulatory Affairs and Business
Florida Legislature Updates its LLC Act
Languages
English