Architects / Engineers & More Attorney · Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL · 46+ Years Experience
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About Jon E. Hokanson at a Glance
Jon E. Hokanson is a Partner based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on ip and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1980), Texas (1982), California (1985), and Nevada (Inactive) registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (2010). Educated at George Washington University Law School (J.D., 1979) and Albion College (B.A. Chemistry, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, 1996-1997, American Intellectual Property Law Association Los Angeles Intellectual Property Law Association. Serves clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jon E. Hokanson
- Mr. Jon E. Hokanson is a lawyer practicing litigation, intellectual property, architects & engineers and 1 other area of law
- Jon received a B.A. degree from Albion College in 1970, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Jon practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in Fort Lauderdale, FL and 1 other location
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Jon E. Hokanson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jon E. Hokanson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Fort Lauderdale.
Intellectual Property in Fort Lauderdale
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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Civil Litigation in Fort Lauderdale
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Fort Lauderdale
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Lauderdale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Fort Lauderdale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Fort Lauderdale-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Fort Lauderdale Choose Jon E. Hokanson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jon E. Hokanson's practice in the field of ip and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jon E. Hokanson brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in District of Columbia, Texas, and California, Jon E. Hokanson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering ip and litigation, Jon E. Hokanson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Fort Lauderdale
A Fort Lauderdale-based practice means Jon E. Hokanson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Jon E. Hokanson Handles in Fort Lauderdale
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