Daniel Hanuka

Daniel Hanuka is a founding attorney at Hollander & Hanuka in Fort Myers, Florida. His practice focuses on criminal and juvenile defense in Lee and Collier counties, with particular emphasis on probation violations, domestic violence, DUI, drug crimes, burglary, and theft offenses. Hanuka handles misdemeanors, felonies, juvenile matters, and traffic offenses in Florida state courts and also represents clients in federal criminal cases.

Hanuka earned his J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law in 1996 after receiving a B.S. in Finance magna cum laude from Florida State University in 1992. He was admitted to The Florida Bar in 1997. His legal and business education, combined with decades of courtroom work, provides a foundation for evaluating criminal charges, reviewing evidence, preparing defenses, and guiding clients through state and federal proceedings.

Before entering private practice, Hanuka served as a public defender in Collier County, where he became Misdemeanor and Juvenile Division Supervisor. During his three-year tenure, he was twice named Attorney of the Year for the Collier County office. He has more than 27 years of practical experience in Florida courts, handling a broad range of misdemeanor, felony, and juvenile offenses and developing substantial litigation and trial experience.

Daniel Hanuka is admitted to practice in all Florida state courts and before the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida. He is a longtime member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and has served as treasurer of its Lee County chapter since 2001. His background in public defense, supervision, and private practice supports a practical approach to criminal cases centered on informed decision-making, preparation, and courtroom advocacy.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Hollander & Hanuka, Attorneys at Law
• Member, The Florida Bar
• Treasurer, Lee County chapter, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (2001-Present)

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• University of Miami School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)

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