Robert E. Kelley

Overview Rob Kelleys practice is principally devoted to litigating the value of property throughout Florida. Rob has substantial experience serving clients in connection with operating utility systems, resort properties, manufacturing/ processing plants, and retail developments. In one notable case, he acted as lead counsel in an assessment challenge on a professional sports arena, which resulted in a value reduction in excess of $100 million per year for three consecutive years. He has made professional presentations to members of the Appraisal Institute, the Institute for Professionals in Taxation, the American Society of Appraisers, the International Right-of-Way Association, The Annual Wichita Program on Taxation of Communication, Energy and Transportation Properties, Lorman Education Services and The Florida Bar. Rob has also served as a member of several legislative task forces on property tax issues. Honors AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell Peer Review Florida Super Lawyers (2007-2025) Florida Trends Legal Elite (2008-2009, 2012) The Best Lawyers in America (2007-2026) 2020 Tampa Litigation and Controversy - Tax Lawyer of the Year TAMPA Magazines Top Lawyers (2023-2025) Eminent Domain / Condemnation Law Litigation: Tax & Controversy