$ 250-375 per hour
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Kenneth J. Hamner
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About Kenneth
Biography
With experience as an attorney, CFO and entrepreneur, I help clients develop and execute strategy.
With experience as an attorney, CFO and entrepreneur, I help clients develop and execute strategy.
With experience as an attorney, CFO and entrepreneur, I help clients develop and execute strategy.
With experience as an attorney, CFO and entrepreneur, I help clients develop and execute strategy.
With experience as an attorney, CFO and entrepreneur, I help clients develop and execute strategy.
Practice Areas
13
Practice Areas
Business
20%
31 years
Contracts and Agreements
15%
31 years
Mergers and Acquisitions
15%
31 years
Corporate and Incorporation
10%
7 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 21 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
The Entrepreneur Law Center, P.L.
9100 Conroy Windermere Road, Suite 200, Windermere, FL, 34786
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Posted by Gabe | March 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Business
Conscientious, Thorough, Knowledgable, Unrelenting
I have worked with Ken on a variety of entrepreneurial business concerns including entrepreneurial finance, contracting, payment disputes, and even real estate contracts. I trust him as a lawyer and business confidant for current issues as well as development of future plans. I consider his advice to...
Posted by Estevan | February 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Corporate & Incorporation
Expert in Entrepreneurship
Ken has helped me with structuring my business and many other entrepreneurial related questions. The fact that he has also a background in a accounting, C suit level corporate experience and he has been an entrepreneur himself, makes Ken stand out from other lawyers.
Posted by chris | March 19, 2015
Ken Hamner
Although a long distance provider, Ken is multi-faceted in his knowledge & approach, and can provide legal services that are broad spectrum.
Posted by Lori | February 18, 2015 | Corporate & Incorporation
Have you ever had your attorney repeatedly answer your phone call at 7 a.m.? I have.
I engaged Mr. Hamner to be our company's corporate attorney four years ago. During that time, he resolved several litigation issues to our satisfaction. His background in accounting and entrepreneurialism made him an asset in our success. He guided us through numerous difficult decisions and ed...
Posted by Senator Darren Soto | February 16, 2015 | Business
Expert Commercial / Accounting Compliance Advice
Mr. Hamner has been a key consultant for me in my law practice regarding forensic accounting and business compliance matters. He has also been an important advisor to me on state financial policy issues that I encounter serving in the Florida Senate.
Kenneth J. Hamner's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ken is one the most skilled and personable attorneys I have had the pleasure of working with. His far-ranging expertise in business law, and ability to tailor his services to the needs of his clients who transact business across the country and globe, offer a rare competitive advantage among legal practitioners."
"Kenneth Hamner is an exceptional attorney. In addition to his dedication to his clients, Ken is well respected, ethical and extremely knowledgeable (He holds more certifications and degrees than the next three attorneys combined). Without hesitation I endorse this lawyer."
"Ken is definitely one of the most knowledgeable attorneys I know in the area of business development. He has acted as a mentor and advisor to me when I have had to advise clients on business organizations. I highly recommend this attorney without reservation."
"I went to law school with Ken and know that he has a very solid background in venture capital. He has several graduate degrees in business and finance and solid legal experience in this field."
"I endorse this lawyer. He has impeccable credentials and a stellar reputation in the legal community."
"Ken is extremely qualified and well respected in the legal community. I have known Ken for over 15 years, and I would feel confident having him represent myself or a family member on any business related matter."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hamner is an excellent business attorney, with expertise in tax, small and large business operations, M&A, contracts, litigation, and international law. I've referred clients to him, and have utilized his services myself, and I recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ken Hamner for nearly 14 years dating back to our days in law school and have worked on a few cases together with Ken. Ken is an extremely bright and honest businessman and attorney who maintains a passion for assisting entrepreneurs with all their legal needs. He is highly educated and has been recognized for excellence in his field by trade journals and by obtaining numerous licenses and certifications."
"I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with Ken for many years. He is well-versed in business and contract law, has a great business acumen, and is always professional."
"Not all lawyers are created equal. Mr. Hamner stands head and shoulders above the other attorneys in his field. The combination of his experience and unequalled education in his field of expertise has made him the most reliable and competent attorney I use when referring complex business matters. Mr. Hamner not only provides excellent representation but also compassion and understanding when dealing with my clients."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Best Venture Capital Firm - USA, Lawyer International- Legal 100
2019
Intl Structuring & Domestic Transactions Law Firm of the Year, Lawyer International- Legal 100
2019
International Business Law Firm of the Year - USA, Worldwide Financial Advisor Awards Magazine
2019
Best Law Firm of the Year - Florida, USA, M&A Today- Global Awards
2018
Top 50 Global Law Experts 2018, InterContinental Finance & Law Magazine
2017
Start-up Innovation - Adviser of the Year - USA, Finance Monthly Fintech Awards
2015
Independent Boutique Law Firm of the Year-North America, M&A Today, 2015 Global Awards
2015
Top Attorney, Orlando Style Magazine
2015
Most Outstanding Independent Boutique Law Firm - USA, Corporate LiveWire 2015 Innovation & Excellence Awards
2014
Int'l Structuring/Domestic Transactions Law Firm of the Year, Worldwide Financial Advisor Awards Magazine
2014
Golden Advisor Award, Worldwide Financial Advisor Awards Magazine
2014
Business Planning Law Firm of the Year in the United States, Acquisition International Magazine M&A Awards
2014
Entrepreneurial Services Advisory of the Year - United States, ACQ Law Awards
2014
Business Planning Law Firm of the Year - United States, ACQ Law Awards
2014
Orlando's Legal Elite Rising Stars, Orlando Style Magazine
2014
Independent Boutique Law Firm of the Year - North America, KHM Media - Global 100
2014
Independent Boutique Law Firm of the Year in the United States, ACQ Global Awards
2013
Innovatve New Product Challenge - 1st Place, University of South Florida
2013
Independent Boutique Law Firm of the Year in the United States, ACQ Global Awards
2013
Business Planning Law Firm of the Year in the United States, Acquisition International Magazine M&A Awards
2013
Independent Boutique Law Firm of the Year in North America, KHM Media - Global 100
2013
Best Venture Capital Law Firm in the United States, ACQ Law Awards
2013
Independent Boutique Law Firm of the Year in the United States, ACQ Law Awards
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Chief Financial Officer and General Counsel, MyVentureResource
2018 - Present
General Counsel, AuthenTek IOM
2015 - Present
Adjunct Professor, University of South Florida
2015 - Present
General Counsel, Fountain Technologies International, LLC
2012 - Present
Managing Member, Encompass Advisory Group
2008 - Present
Managing Member, The Entrepreneur Law Center, PL
2007 - 2014
President, Summit Ventures
2005 - 2008
Chief Executive Officer, Cornerstone Insurance Group LLC
2004 - 2007
Chief Financial Officer and General Counsel, SteelSource LLC
2004 - 2008
Managing Partner, Emerald Seas Title LLC
2004 - 2008
Managing Partner, Director of Corporate, International & Tax, Dorough, Calzada & Hamner, PL
2002 - 2004
Chief Financial Officer, Metalcor, Inc.
1996 - 1999
Chief Financial Officer and Senior VP, Caribbean Pacific International
1995 - 1996
Senior Consultant, Ernst & Young
1993 - 1994
Appraiser, World Mortgage, Inc.
1990 - 1993
Audit Senior, Arthur Andersen & Co.
Associations
2017 - Present
Exit Planning InstituteCertified Exit Planning Advisor
2012 - Present
United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh CircuitLicensed Attorney
2012 - Present
United States District Court Southern District of FloridaLicensed Attorney
2012 - Present
United States Tax CourtLicensed Attorney
2012 - Present
United States Court of International TradeLicensed Attorney
2012 - Present
United States Supreme Court BarMember of the Bar of the Court and Officer of the Court
2011 - Present
Association for Corporate GrowthMember
2010 - Present
National Association of Valuators and AnalystsMaster Analyst in Financial Forensics
2010 - Present
Association of Certified Fraud ExaminersCertified Fraud Examiner
2010 - Present
State of FloridaLicensed Real Estate Broker
2009 - Present
International Due Diligence AssociationCertified Due Diligence Professional
2009 - Present
Alliance of Certified Merger & Acquisition AdvisorsCertified Merger & Acquisition Advisor
2009 - Present
Middle Market Investment Banking AssociationChartered Merger & Acquisition Professional
2008 - Present
International Business Brokers AssociationCertified Business Intermediary
2005 - Present
United States District Court Middle District of FloridaLicensed Attorney
2006 - 2009
Spina Bifida Association of Central FloridaBoard Member
2004 - 2014
Orange Tree Property Owners' Association, Inc.President/Board Member
Education
2020
University of Oxford Said Business School
Certificate in Venture Finance
2019
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Certificate, Artificial Intelligence
2019
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Certificate, Digital Transformation
2017
University of Chicago
Certificate, Exit Planning
2014
University of South Florida
MS in Entrepreneurship in Applied Technologies
2010
Florida Atlantic University
Master of Accounting in Forensic Accounting
2009
Loyola University Chicago
Certificate, Mergers & Acquisitions
2007
MIT Sloan School of Management
Certificate, Entrepreneurship
2002
Florida State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2002
Florida State University
MBA - Master of Business Administration
2001
Humboldt-Universitat zu Berlin Fakultat fur Rechtswissenschaft
Certificate, Dispute Resolution
2001
Humboldt-Universitat zu Berlin Fakultat fur Rechtswissenschaft
Certificate, Mediation
2001
China University of Political Science and Law
Certificate, Chinese Law
1990
George Mason University
BS - Bachelor of Science in Accounting
1990
George Mason University
BS - Bachelor of Science in Finance
Speaking Engagements
2015
University of South Florida Adjunct Professor
Intellectual Property
2014
USF Student Incubator Presentation
Contracts
Publications
2002
Florida State University Journal of Transnational Law & Policy
The Globalization of Law: International Merger Control and Competition Law in the United States, the European Union, Latin America and China
2001
Florida State University Business Review
Comparing the Legal Structure and Business Climate of the Commonwealth Caribbean and the People's Rupublic of China for Foreign Direct Investment
2001
Florida State University Business Review
Taxation of International and Domestic e-Commerce: Inevitability, Structure, Problems and Solutions
Languages
English
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