About Our Attorney
Ricky Dayaram, criminal defense and personal injury attorney in Niceville, Florida.
Ricky Dayaram is a criminal defense, personal injury, probate and injunction attorney and a member in good standing of The Florida Bar, with one office, at 135 E John Sims Pkwy in Niceville, Florida. He represents clients in the Okaloosa and Walton County courts; his background, including his years as an Assistant Public Defender, is set out below.
Sources (checked September 16, 2026): The Florida Bar, member profile (name, firm, Niceville office, standing).
An Attorney Committed to Justice
Ricky Dayaram’s legal career began as an Assistant Public Defender in the First Judicial Circuit in Okaloosa County. Over the course of three and a half years in this role, he represented hundreds of clients facing charges that ranged from misdemeanors to life-punishable felonies.
That work gave him a thorough understanding of the criminal justice system, which he applies to every defense case he takes.
shieldExtensive Criminal Law Experience
Ricky has handled a wide range of criminal cases. His casework has included charges such as:
- Assault & Battery
- DUI Defense
- Drug Possession
- Drug Trafficking
- Sexual Offenses
- Weapons Offenses
- Burglary & Theft
- Probation Violations
military_techVeterans Treatment Court Training
Attorney Dayaram completed the Veterans Treatment Court Planning Initiative Training Program, a nationally recognized program by Justice For Vets and the National Drug Court Institute (SAMHSA). This specialized training equips attorneys to advocate for veterans through treatment-focused court programs as an alternative to traditional prosecution.
Experience In Civil Litigation
In addition to his criminal defense work, Ricky also represents clients in civil litigation cases, including personal injury claims. He explains each step of the process to his clients.
Here's What Sets Ricky Dayaram Apart
Admitted to Federal Court
Ricky is admitted to practice in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida, so he can represent clients in federal cases filed in that court.
Veterans Advocate
Trained through the national Veterans Treatment Court program, Ricky understands the unique challenges veterans face in the legal system and advocates for treatment-focused alternatives.
Multilingual Services
Ricky works with clients in English, Spanish and Gujarati.
Local Court Experience
Ricky has practiced in the Okaloosa County courts for years, as an Assistant Public Defender and in private practice.
Hundreds of Clients
As an Assistant Public Defender and in private practice, Ricky has represented hundreds of clients in criminal cases and personal injury claims.
Personalized Representation
Ricky handles each case personally, keeps clients informed, and builds the strategy around the facts of their case.
Professional Recognition & Associations
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