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John practices in the areas of real estate and business litigation.  His experience in these dual fields provides his clients with a rare perspective in dealing with complex real estate and business matters.  Understanding the dynamics of litigation, and how it impacts his clients’ business strategies, gives John the ability to draft transactional documents with an eye towards avoiding problems before they arise.. In his real estate practice, John represents landowners and developers in the acquisition, improvement and financing of properties in Delaware, including hotels, assisted living facilities, shopping centers and malls, restaurants, residential developments, schools, condominiums, warehouses and other industrial sites.  John drafted one of the first sets of condominium documents under the new Delaware Uniform Common Interest Ownership Act for a large development in New Castle County.  He also assists clients with the review and negotiation of leases.. John’s litigation practice involves a wide range of business, contract, commercial, and real property disputes.  His experience includes cases dealing with land purchase and sale agreements, construction defects, leases, adverse possession of real property, zoning and deed restrictions, mortgage foreclosures, breach of fiduciary duties, non-compete agreements, employment and tenure disputes, and estate litigation.  He is frequently called upon to assist clients of other members in the firm when they become involved in complex disputes involving their real estate or other commercial transactions.  John also handles mechanic’s lien actions.  His experience as a certified mediator of the Delaware Superior Court gives John the additional insight to resolve his clients’ disputes before they turn into costly litigation.. In the community, John takes and active role in the congregation of his church.  He served on the Board of Trustees of St. Philip’s for seven years, and chaired the Board during the last three years.  He currently serves on the long range planning committee and chairs the internship committee.