Top Construction Lawyers Near Me in Fort Myers Area

William “Max” Ferris is an associate attorney with the Knott Ebelini Hart, primarily concentrating his practice in the areas of business, commercial and construction litigation matters.. Before joining the firm, Max received his undergraduate degree from the University of Central Florida and his Juris Doctorate from Stetson University College of Law, graduating Cum Laude. During his time in law school, Max was a Federal Judicial Extern for the U.S. Bankruptcy Court under the Honorable Caryl E. Delano. In addition, he worked as a law clerk for the firm.. Max was an Associate Editor for the Journal of International Aging Law and Policy and spent much of his time volunteering with the Florida Brewers Guild and 360 Eats. In his free time, Max enjoys spending time with his family and playing pickleball.. Max is an active member of the Lee County Bar Association – Young Lawyers Division and General, Civil and Business Litigation Section. Max is also a member of the Florida Bar Association and American Bar Association – Young Lawyers Division, Law Practice Division, and Solo, Small Firm and General Practice Division. Max is also an approved title insurance agent for Attorneys' Title Fund Services.

When the World Is On Your Shoulders, We've Got Your Back! Personal professional legal experience you can count on when you need it the most with over 30 years of experience serving your legal needs in Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, Estero, Lehigh Acres, Naples, Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, and throughout Southwest Florida and the State of Florida. Martindale-Hubbell "AV" Peer Review Rated deemed Preeminent which is the highest rating for legal ability and ethical standards. AVVO 10.0 out of 10 rating. To date, I've personally handled thousands of cases in Lee County and throughout the State.

Kevin F. Jursinski is recognized as one of Southwest Florida's more experienced and knowledgable attorneys in the areas of Real Estate, Business and Construction Law. He has practiced in Fort Myers and Naples, Florida for 40 years.. Kevin is a three-time Florida Bar Board Certified Attorney.  He is certified in Real Estate, Business Litigation and Construction Law.  He is only attorney (out of more than 106,000 attorneys in Florida) who has ever received certification in these three areas of law.  Board Certification recognizes attorneys’ special knowledge, skills and proficiency in their area of law and professionalism and ethics in practice.  It is the highest level of evaluation by the Florida Bar of competency and experience.  The Florida Bar deems Kevin as a Board Certified Specialist (B.C.S.) and expert in his fields of practice.. Kevin’s skill and experience has earned him many accolades.  He is rated AV Preeminent®, which is the highest ranking level of professional excellence, skill and integrity under the Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating System.  He has also earned a perfect 10.0 score on , a lawyer rating and referral website.  Since 2010, Kevin has been named a Florida Super Lawyer by Super Lawyers Magazine.. Kevin’s four decades of legal experience qualifies him to handle business and real estate contracts from the initial stages of negotiation and drafting through the actual closing of the transaction and the issuance of title insurance through Attorneys’ Title Fund Services, LLC.  He’s handled real estate transactions ranging from basic residential closings to commercial transactions exceeding $29,000,000.. Kevin is one of only a handful of Board-Certified Real Estate Attorneys in Southwest Florida who is also skilled as a Commercial Litigator.  He has successfully tried numerous cases, both bench and jury trials, as well as effectively arbitrated business and real estate related matters.  Kevin is a certified Circuit Court mediator as well as a state qualified arbitrator who handles only real estate and business related issues. Because of his vast experience, Kevin has also been used as an Expert Witness in many State and Federal Court cases with regard to Real Estate, Business or Construction related matters.. Kevin is also recognized as one of the top attorneys in Florida in the area of gaming and entertainment law relating to use of video games, arcade amusement centers and game promotions.. Kevin is a graduate of Kent State University (B.A. Criminal Justice) and graduated in the top 15 percent of his class at Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law (J.D. 1980). He is admitted to practice in all Florida state courts and the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida.. Kevin is a member of The Florida Bar's sections on: Real Property, Probate and Trust Law and Business Law.  He is a 35+year member and agent of Attorneys’ Title Insurance Fund and a Florida licensed real estate salesman for the past 35+ years.. Kevin and his wife, Darlene have lived and raised their family in Southwest Florida since 1980.  Their three daughters are also proud to call Southwest Florida home.  In fact, Kevin's law firm is centered around his family with Darlene as his office manager, his eldest daughter, Jamie Lampitt, as his Marketing Director and his youngest daughter, Kara Jursinski Murphy, as his firm partner.  In his spare time, Kevin enjoys spending time with his family, including his seven grandchildren and occasionally playing some golf.

I am certified by the Florida Supreme Court as a Circuit and County Court Mediator. I was Chairman of the Board of Directors of Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Lee County in 1979, was on the Board of Directors for the Fort Myers Police Athletic League from 1989 to 2000, was Chairman of the Board of PFRA Charities from 2001 to 2008, a member of the Advisory Board of Hillmyer-Tremont Student Athlete Foundation since 1997, and a member of the Advisory Board of the Drive Fore Hope Foundation from 2006 to 2008. I was a member of the Lee County Citizens Dispute Settlement Program (1980-1981), and is currently Master of the Bench for the Calusa American Inn of Court, having held all offices in the Inn of Court, including President (2001-2002). IU I am currently on the Grievance Committee for the Fort Myers Division of the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida (2009 to 2012 term). I have been named one of Florida’s “Super Lawyers” annually since 2006. I was selected for inclusion in the 19th edition of The Best Lawyers in America 2013, published by Woodward/White. I have received this distinction for consecutive years.  I am currently the Managing Partner for our firm.

Christopher L. Pope joined the Pavese Law Firm in 2012 and became a partner in the Firm in 2018. Mr. Pope is Florida Bar Board Certified in both Condominium and Planned Development Law; and Construction Law (Board certification is the highest level of recognition by the Florida Bar for the competency and experience of a lawyer practicing in a specialty area). He primarily focuses his practice in the areas of Condominium and Homeowners’ Association Law; Construction Law; and Real Estate.. He represents and advises clients, including top national homebuilders, contractors, developers, commercial associations, homeowners’ and condominium associations, and individuals on a wide range of issues, including, but not limited to, the following:. Condominium and Homeowners’ Association, and Planned Development Law. General legal counsel regarding the statutes, rules, and regulations for community associations in FloridaDrafting, interpreting, and amending community association governing documents, including Declarations, Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and Architectural Review GuidelinesCovenants EnforcementDrafting and negotiating contracts with vendors and contractorsCollection of association assessments and fees, including lien enforcement and foreclosureCondominium and homeowners’ association litigation and alternative dispute resolutionDisputes arising from maintenance and repair of common areasAdministrative representation before the Florida Department of Business and Professional RegulationPreservation and revitalization of covenants under Florida Marketable Record Title Act (MRTA)Common area improvements (clubhouse and golf course renovations, boat docks, and other improvements)Construction Law. Preparing and filing construction liens and statutory notices, including Notices of Commencement, Notices to Owner, and lien waivers and releases for compliance with Chapter 713, Florida StatutesDrafting and reviewing construction contracts, including AIA, EJCDC, and Consensus DocumentsContract and Change Order negotiationAdministrative representation in licensure and permitting mattersConstruction lendingNotices of construction defects under Chapter 558, Florida StatutesConstruction-related litigation and arbitration (lien foreclosure and priority; prompt payment; change order disputes; retainage disputes; surety claims; delay claims; warranty and defect claims)Public and private bond claimsReal Estate. Residential and commercial real estate closingsPreparing and negotiating leases from both landlord and tenant perspectives1031 ExchangesContract negotiation and disputesLandlord and tenant disputesSelf-Directed IRAsPrior to practicing law, Mr. Pope worked as an Area Construction Manager for one of the nation’s largest homebuilders where he managed and directed construction for master planned golf course communities, some with build-outs of 5,000 homes. He has also managed condominium rehabilitations, underground utility installations, and site work. Because of this experience, Mr. Pope has a unique insight into the client’s perspective on community association, construction, and real estate matters.. Mr. Pope obtained his undergraduate degree in Business Administration from Auburn University, where he majored in Management of Information Systems. He then went on to obtain his Juris Doctor and Diploma in Civil Law from Louisiana State University. Mr. Pope also holds a Master of Laws in Taxation from the Boston University School of Law.. Mr. Pope is a member of the Florida Bar and the Lee County Bar Association, and a past member of the American Inns of Court (Calusa Chapter).. Representative Experience. Represented a Fortune 500 Company during the construction closeout of its global headquartersRepresented a major sub-contractor in successfully negotiating resolution of a payment dispute involving the general contractor and the Florida Department of TransportationHas successfully completed Covenants Revitalization for 15 homeowners’ associations since 2015Represented a homeowners’ association in the acquisition of a golf course, restaurant, and other amenities and improvements.

Attorney Murphy first started his career in the exciting world of Professional Hockey.  He spent many years as head referee in various hockey leagues in Canada and the United States.. It was when he was referring a game in Florida when he met his future wife, Attorney Kara Jursinski Murphy.  While they were dating, Attorney Murphy became more interested in the law than hockey.  He was determined to get his law degree and applied to Ave Maria School of Law.  He was accepted and moved to Florida from his hometown of Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada.. He excelled at law school, even earning a full academic scholarship and appeared on the Dean’s List each semester. He also was a winner of the Moot Court Trial Competition and a Seven-Time CALI Award winner and graduated Magna Cum Laude.. Now, in his professional legal career, Attorney Murphy focuses on Real Estate and Construction Litigation.  His clients include many who are starting or working on construction projects or those who are suffering from construction project defects.. Attorney Murphy was admitted to the Florida Bar in 2018 and is a member of the Southwest Florida Real Estate Investors Association.

Experienced Construction attorney serving clients in Fort Myers and surrounding areas.

Experienced Construction attorney serving clients in Fort Myers and surrounding areas.

Experienced Construction attorney serving clients in Fort Myers and surrounding areas.

Experienced Construction attorney serving clients in Fort Myers and surrounding areas.

Experienced Construction attorney serving clients in Fort Myers and surrounding areas.

Experienced Construction attorney serving clients in Fort Myers and surrounding areas.

Experienced Construction attorney serving clients in Fort Myers and surrounding areas.

Experienced Construction attorney serving clients in Fort Myers and surrounding areas.

Experienced Construction attorney serving clients in Fort Myers and surrounding areas.

Experienced Construction attorney serving clients in Fort Myers and surrounding areas.

Experienced Construction attorney serving clients in Fort Myers and surrounding areas.

Experienced Construction attorney serving clients in Fort Myers and surrounding areas.

Experienced Construction attorney serving clients in Fort Myers and surrounding areas.

Experienced Construction attorney serving clients in Fort Myers and surrounding areas.