Kenneth Wright has been called to lead groups that shape statewide environmental policy and regional development. Mr. Wright presently serves as Vice-Chairman of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, appointed for a five (5) year term. Mr. Wright also currently serves as a Trustee on the Board of Directors for Hubbs Sea World Research Institute. He is past chair for eight (8) years of the Florida Environmental Regulation Commission. Mr. Wright also served on the East Central Florida Regional Planning Council and also served eight (8) years on, and chaired the board for, the Orlando Sanford Airport Authority, which oversees the Orlando/Sanford International Airport. Mr. Wright served as general counsel to the Orlando-Orange County Expressway Authority. Mr. Wright has a broad base of experience from which to evaluate and resolve client problems. Mr. Wright is a partner in the Orlando office and serves as Co-Chairman of the firm’s Government Relations Practice Group.
Experience
Having worked in government law, land use, public finance and transportation, Mr. Wright has a strong background in issues ranging from public sector litigation to land acquisition. He currently focuses on government relations, land use/environmental law, and administrative and regulatory law. Mr. Wright often represents clients before government entities at the local and state levels, including commissions and regulatory agencies. This involves work on a wide variety of issues, such as zoning, environmental and other public policy concerns.
Professional & Civic Activities
Mr. Wright is active in both local and state politics. During the 2000 presidential election challenge, Mr. Wright represented George W. Bush and Dick Cheney.
Education
- Cumberland School of Law, J.D., 1974
- University of South Florida, B.S., Political Science, 1970
Bar Admissions
- The Florida Bar
Affiliations
- Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Vice Chairman
- East Central Florida Regional Planning Council
- Florida Environmental Regulations Commission, Chairman
Metro Plan Orlando - Orlando-Sanford Airport Authority, Board Member & Past Chairman
