Atty. Kenneth A. Jones
Kenneth A. Jones has more than 40 years of experience practicing eminent domain, condemnation and property rights law.
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Kenneth A. Jones is a real estate and zoning attorney based in Fort Myers, Florida, practicing at Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in Florida (1975). Educated at Mercer University (J.D., 1975) and Florida Atlantic University (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serands clients in Fort Myers, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Kenneth A. Jones has more than 40 years of experience practicing eminent domain, condemnation and property rights law
- Ken has handled hundreds of eminent domain cases on behalf of individual and business property owners throughout Florida
- He has defended his clients’ rights against government entities including the State of Florida Department of Transportation, South Florida Water Management district, Florida Gas, and various counties, municipalities and utility companies
- His representation covers the entire condemnation process – from the condemning authority’s initial offer, case analysis and preparation to mediation through trial
- Ken’s goal is to ensure that his clients are justly compensated for their land after it is taken by the government
- He understands the complications that can arise when some or all of his client’s property is condemned and works with appraisers, construction personnel, traffic engineers, land planners, economists and other experts to make sure that the taking and its impacts are thoroughly analyzed to ensure that his clients receive the full compensation guaranteed by the Constitution
- In addition to representing property owners, Ken has experience representing utility companies acquiring easements for installation and maintenance of utility systems
- He has also represented municipalities and government entities in eminent domain cases, including the City of Sanibel and Collier County School Board
- His experience representing both the condemning authorities and property owners puts him in a unique position to understand the process that the condemning authority is obligated to follow, the impacts that it has on the property owner and the manner in which it effects the property owner’s rights and compensation
- Ken frequently writes and lectures on eminent domain issues impacting Florida property owners
- He is an active member of the Association of Eminent Domain Professionals and The Florida Bar Eminent Domain Committee
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Florida
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 Myers 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 andnue, 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.
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