Michael R. Whitt

Michael R. Whitt

Commercial Litigation

5.0 (1 reviews)
Sarasota, Florida
38+ years experience
Shutts & Bowen LLP
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1858 Ringling Boulevard, Suite 300, Sarasota, FL 34236
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Bio

Michael R. Whitt is a trial-tested attorney with over 35 years of experience, concentrating his trial practice in the areas of eminent domain, inverse condemnation, and business and real estate disputes. Mike’s experience includes a wide array of business and real estate litigation, including eminent domain, zoning and land use, boundary and title disputes, inverse condemnation and other property right matters. Mike is Board Certified by The Florida Bar as a Specialist in Business Litigation. In these areas, and throughout the trial process, Mike has counseled individuals and small businesses, as well as Fortune 100 companies, and foreign individuals and businesses.Mike leverages his deep understanding of eminent domain laws and his knowledge of government and construction regulations to counsel his clients through all stages of the eminent domain process, from initial acquisition procedures through litigation, in an effort to maximize the compensation they receive.RepresentationMike has litigated cases dealing with condemnation, inverse condemnation, Bert J. Harris Private Property Rights Protection Act, Florida Land Use and Environmental Dispute Resolution Act and Administrative proceedings throughout Florida.These cases involved myriad governmental and quasi-governmental claims and disputes including road right-of-way, gas transmissions lines, electrical powerlines, flood control and storm water management, public parks, schools, municipal water and wastewater projects, sewer projects and noise walls. Mike is Board Certified by The Florida Bar as a Specialist in Business Litigation. In these areas, and throughout the trial process, Mike has counseled individuals and small businesses, as well as Fortune 100 companies, and foreign individuals and businesses. Mike leverages his deep understanding of eminent domain laws and his knowledge of government and construction regulations to counsel his clients through all stages of the eminent domain process, from initial acquisition procedures through litigation, in an effort to maximize the compensation they receive. Mike has litigated cases dealing with condemnation, inverse condemnation, Bert J. Harris Private Property Rights Protection Act, Florida Land Use and Environmental Dispute Resolution Act and Administrative proceedings throughout Florida. These cases involved myriad governmental and quasi-governmental claims and disputes including road right-of-way, gas transmissions lines, electrical powerlines, flood control and storm water management, public parks, schools, municipal water and wastewater projects, sewer projects and noise walls.

Practice Areas

Commercial Litigation

Awards & Recognition

  • Recognized: Commercial Litigation
  • Recognized: Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
  • Recognized: Land Use and Zoning Law
  • Recognized: Litigation - Real Estate
  • Recognized: Real Estate Law
  • The Best Lawyers in America®, Commercial Litigation, 2023-26; Litigation – Real Estate, 2021-26; Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, 2022-26; Real Estate Law, 2023-26; Land Use and Zoning Law, 2026
  • Florida Bar Board Certified Business Litigation Lawyer
  • AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell
  • Top Lawyer, Naples Illustrated, Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law, 2021-25

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2021

Education

  • Nova Southeastern University, J.D., graduated 1987
  • Northern Kentucky University, B.S., graduated 1984

Reviews

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Elizabeth Ortiz

2 weeks ago

A formidable advocate for complex property and business disputes

When our commercial property was targeted for condemnation, we turned to Michael Whitt. His 38 years of trial-tested experience, particularly in eminent domain and real estate litigation, was immediately evident. He expertly navigated the complex valuation and land use issues, securing a settlement that far exceeded our expectations. His recognition in these specialized fields is well-deserved. Michael’s strategic guidance from Shutts & Bowen was both professional and personally reassuring throughout a stressful process. We could not have asked for a better outcome or representation.

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