Attorney Christopher L. Dunham

Criminal Defense Attorney Serving Gainesville

As an Ocala native, Christopher Dunham is committed to providing individuals throughout Marion County with high-quality legal representation. He attended Florida State University College of Law, where he earned his law degree, and then became a licensed attorney in 2007. Mr. Dunham started his career in law by working under State Attorney Brad King for the Fifth Judicial Circuit as a prosecutor. While he was there, he successfully handled thousands of felony and misdemeanor cases. Throughout his time prosecuting individuals, Mr. Dunham tried many cases for Florida, including numerous DUI trials.

Working as a prosecutor was a unique experience for Mr. Dunham that allowed him to gain a comprehensive understanding of Florida criminal law as well as the trial process. Using the skills he acquired as a prosecutor, Mr. Dunham moved to the area of civil litigation and helped clients with their problems there. He gained even more trial experience in civil litigation by working as co-counsel in a variety of injury cases, including a tractor-trailer case involving millions of dollars.

Even though Mr. Dunham is currently focused on family law and criminal defense cases, he, above all, considers himself a trial lawyer. He firmly believes that the real work of a lawyer is not conducted behind a desk but, rather, in the courtroom. As a result of this belief, he chooses his cases based on his clients’ need for proven and strong trial strategy, instead of the circumstances and laws involved.

Mr. Dunham’s successes are attributable to his effective combination of comprehensive legal knowledge and extensive courtroom experience. With dozens of trial cases under his belt, including complex personal injury cases, family law trials involving considerable assets, and first-degree life felony cases, there is no legal issue too complex for him to handle. In addition, Mr. Dunham has provided well-informed counsel in countless hearings involving everything ranging from motions to suppress felony DUI charges to domestic violence injunctions in family law cases.

In order to serve his clients to the best of his abilities, Mr. Dunham prefers communicating with clients directly via email instead of having other staff members pass on information like they do at traditional law firms. Using this type of approach, he allows staff members to focus their efforts on office logistics and timely court document filings, which improves his clients’ overall experience with the firm.

Each case is vastly different from the rest, which is why Mr. Dunham is dedicated to providing clients with the attentive and detailed representation they deserve in order to get the best opportunity for successful results.

Bar Admissions

State of Florida, 2007

Professional Associations & Memberships

D.R. Smith American Inn of Court
Young Lawyers Association
American Bar Association
Marion County Bar Association

Education

University of Central Florida – Associate of Arts Degree
Florida State University – Bachelor's Degrees and Master's Degree
Florida State University College of Law - Juris Doctor

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I think they are great people in general. I'd have them represent me again 100%.
“I'd highly recommend this firm to anyone in need of legal representation. Both Mr. Ingram and Mr. Dunham have representated me at different court hearings. Each time was a complete victory. They and their office staff were always kind, helpful, and responsive. In addition to being extremely knowledgeable, I think they are great people in general. I'd have them represent me again 100%.”

Dill A.
He Came Through for Me in a BIG Way
“Mr. Ingram managed my case with precision and confidence, resulting in an outcome which pleased me very much, and was far beyond what I had originally expected, given my legal situation at the time.”

Bert
A Blessing!
“Mr. Ingram is an amazing attorney. He was very compassionate. He shows true character through his compassion for you. You just trust him. I needed an attorney to represent me and I read his great reviews, so I chose him. All I can say is Mr. Ingram came through for me, and I am very grateful.”

Jodi Holmes
Andy is amazing!!
“Andy got some criminal charges dropped for me. I was extremely pleased with the way he handled things. Very professional and kind. Always had a speedy response. Very knowledgeable. I recommend everyone to hire him!! Best money ever spent!! Thank you times a million Andy!”

Denise W
Chris led me through some tough times with a totally non uncooperative ex.
“Divorce can be a tramatic experience for most people.Leading up to and during the experience a person feels many emotions such as sadness,loss betrayal and anger.I was feeling all of the afore mentioned feelings and more.In my search for an attorney I wanted someone who was tough and yet fair Someone suggested that I try Chris Dunham During my first meeting with him I knew Chris was who I was looking for.Chris led me through some tough times with a totally non uncooperative ex. I must say that his experience paid off I would highly recommend Chris and his staff at Dunham and Ingram I want to personally thank everyonr at his firm for making a terrible situation bearable Joe Raimo”

Joe R.