Kendell K. Ali

Kendell K. Ali is the Managing Partner at Ali & Blankner, Attorneys at Law, P.A., where he represents clients in criminal defense, DUI and DWI, family law, and personal injury matters. He began his career as a prosecutor with the State Attorney’s Office in Orange County, Florida. That background gave him direct courtroom experience and insight into how prosecutors prepare, argue, and try criminal cases before judges and juries across Central Florida.

Ali earned a J.D. from the University of Florida College of Law. While attending law school, he was a member of the University of Florida Trial Team and served as a teaching assistant for the Trial Practice Program. These experiences strengthened his courtroom skills and understanding of trial strategy before he entered practice. His legal education and practical training prepared him to analyze evidence, develop arguments, question witnesses, and present cases effectively in court.

Ali has handled numerous criminal jury trials and has worked on cases involving offenses ranging from DUI and reckless driving to robbery, burglary, aggravated assault, drug charges, and firearm offenses. He has also assisted in trials involving home invasion robbery, first-degree murder, and sexual battery. His former prosecutorial experience helps him evaluate the government’s case, identify important evidence, and build defense strategies aimed at protecting clients’ rights throughout the criminal justice process in difficult cases.

Kendell K. Ali approaches each case with a strong focus on protecting clients’ rights and pursuing a fair resolution. His work helps people understand the charges or legal issues they face, evaluate available options, and prepare for court proceedings. He has received professional recognition that includes National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Lawyers, AV Preeminent, and National Association of Distinguished Counsel Top One Percent 2025. His courtroom background supports focused advocacy in serious legal matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Ali & Blankner
• Member, Orange County Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, FL Bar Association

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• University of Florida College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Central Florida
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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