Meet John Edward Jones

Mr. Jones opened his law office in Seminole County more 35 years ago and has strong ties throughout the Central Florida community. He obtained an undergraduate degree from Florida State University ('65) and his Juris Doctorate from Stetson University College of Law ('68). He has received an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, the law directory's highest possible rating. He is also listed in many publications, including Who's Who in American Law. In addition, Mr. Jones is a diplomate of the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers and a sustaining member of the American Trail Lawyers Association for more than 25 years.

Outside of his law office, John has two commitments: his family and his church. He has a long history of involvement and leadership at Calvary Assembly of Orlando. As past vice-chairman of the board at Calvary Assembly, he is part of the leadership that serves 5,000 parishioners. He is extremely proud of the successful campaign that eliminated the church's debt of $15 million in 2000.

Mr. Jones has a broad range of experience from working as a professional football scout for the Kansas City Chiefs to four years' active duty in the Navy during Vietnam and 18 additional years in the Navy reserves through Desert Storm, during which he obtained the rank of lieutenant commander. He is also the author of the book Reconciliation, where he discusses many of his life experiences, as well as his legal practice within the criminal, family, and personal injury areas. The book has sold more than 100,000 copies. He also serves on the board of directors for Calvary Towers, a HUD project for lower income elderly people and people with handicaps. Through his involvement, Mr. Jones became aware of medical problems faced by the elderly. For example, he learned early on of defects with Sulzer hip replacements.

On a personal level, Mr. Jones and his wife Carolyn, like many families, helped to care for an elderly parent. With Carolyn's mother, they went through the transition from an assisted living facility into a nursing home,
where they visited her regularly until her death in September 2005. As a lawyer, he is particularly astute regarding nursing homes and other difficulties the elderly face.

Mr. Jones's ties to Central Florida have been further strengthened through his three children. His son, Randy, is a city commissioner in Sanford and is dedicated to planning for the future and improving the lives of his
constituents. His daughter, Julie, has given Mr. Jones and his wife three grandchildren. His younger son, Andrew, has followed in his father's footsteps and was admitted to the Florida Bar in April 2006 and is
currently practicing in Brevard and Seminole County as an Assistant State Attorney.

In his church community, Mr. Jones has counseled people from all walks of life who face problems and tragedies in their lives. As a lawyer, he is able to conduct both his personal life and career by his own moral
standards, while at the same time accepting people in a completely non-judgmental manner. This is an invaluable characteristic when helping people solve problems and change their lives for the better. John Jones is truly a "counselor" of law.