McRae & Metcalf, P.A. – Tallahassee, FL

McRae and Metcalf: Defending Professionals and Navigating Government

In the highly regulated environment of Florida, professionals and businesses often find themselves entangled in complex administrative and governmental legal challenges. This is the specialized world of McRae and Metcalf, P.A., a premier boutique law firm in Tallahassee. Founded by seasoned attorneys Peter McRae and Mark Metcalf, the firm focuses on Administrative Law, Professional Licensing Defense, and Government Relations. If you are a doctor, contractor, or any licensed professional facing a disciplinary action, or a business trying to navigate the maze of state bureaucracy, you need to hire an attorney who lives and breathes administrative law. McRae and Metcalf provide precisely that-decades of focused experience, deep relationships within state agencies, and a reputation for strategic, effective advocacy.

Specialized Administrative and Licensing Law

Unlike general practice firms, McRae and Metcalf dedicate their practice to the unique legal arena where government and business intersect. Their laser-focused expertise provides clients with a significant advantage. Key practice areas include:

• Professional Licensing Defense: Representing licensed professionals-including physicians, nurses, contractors, real estate agents, and accountants-before their respective regulatory boards in disciplinary proceedings.
• Administrative Litigation: Handling formal and informal hearings, bid protests, rule challenges, and other disputes against state agencies before the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH).
• Business and Corporate Law: Assisting with business formation, contracts, and transactions, with a special emphasis on regulated industries.
• Government Relations: Providing lobbying and government affairs services for clients seeking to influence legislation and agency policy.
• Healthcare Law: Advising healthcare providers on regulatory compliance, licensure, and administrative challenges specific to the healthcare industry.

Strategic Counsel from Experienced Advocates

With roots in Tallahassee’s legal community dating back to the early 1990s, the partners at McRae and Metcalf have earned a reputation for integrity and excellence. Both attorneys hold an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest possible rating for legal ability and ethical standards. They understand that a licensing complaint or an agency action can threaten a professional’s entire career and livelihood. Their approach is therefore meticulous, strategic, and aimed at achieving the best possible outcome, often resolving matters discreetly before they escalate. When you need to find a lawyer who not only knows the law but also understands the inner workings of Florida’s government, McRae and Metcalf is the firm to call. They provide the sophisticated counsel needed to protect your professional license, your business, and your future.

Professional and Accessible Office

The firm is located at 2612 Centennial Place, in a quiet professional office park in northeast Tallahassee. This location provides a discreet and easily accessible setting for clients to discuss sensitive legal matters, away from the bustle of downtown. The office is designed to be a place of focused strategy and client collaboration. For any professional or business facing the power of a Florida state agency, having the focused and experienced team at McRae and Metcalf on your side can make all the difference.