Administrative Law / Regulatory Agencies

Representation before Government Bodies

When you or your business is required to make an appearance before a governmental body, you have the right to legal representation. If an agency decision substantially interferes with a property or personal interest, you have the right to have that decision reviewed by an administrative law judge or within the administrative process. Contact a lawyer at Farrar Thompson for a complimentary telephone consultation.

Individuals and businesses throughout Northwest Florida and Coastal Mississippi come to Farrar Thompson for advice about administrative law and pending regulatory actions. Attorneys Robert Thompson and Greg Farrar have extensive experience representing government agencies and private parties during regulatory actions concerning:

• License Issues: Professionals and businesses—like mortgage brokers, retailers, and daycare facilities—must contend with possible threats to their licenses through the administrative law process.

• Non-Profit Organizations: Non-profits receive federal and state funding that is contingent on following certain conditions. When a government agency alleges a violation of these conditions, a non-profit organization must defend its actions in order to retain the funding.

• Real Estate Developments: Property developers must comply with a variety of laws and regulations during the life of a real estate project. Land uses, zoning issues, and environmental permits often require the representation of an experienced lawyer.

• Business Concerns: The daily operations of your business force you to deal with a variety of disputes concerning workers' compensation, licensing reviews, safety requirements, and environmental standards.

Mistakes concerning a government regulation action are costly for businesses. The administrative law process affords you the opportunity to be heard before the regulatory body whose decision will adversely affect your interests. Make sure you understand this process before attending any hearing.

At Farrar Thompson, businesses come to us for competent legal advice concerning regulatory compliance issues. For more information, contact one of our attorneys for a complimentary telephone consultation.