Practice Areas: Business Litigation, Business & Corporate, Real Estate; view more
Licensed in Florida since: 2008
Education: Northwestern University School of Law
Details
John C. Webb serves as the managing attorney at John Webb Legal in Fort Myers, Florida. He offers legal representation in various fields, including:
- Business litigation
- Corporate and business law
- Construction law
- Real estate law
- Sports law
- Taxation
In his legal practice, Mr. Webb handles cases in Florida state courts at both the trial and appellate levels, as well as in arbitration proceedings, federal courts and administrative forums. He delivers precisely targeted representation, particularly concerning the formation, operation and dissolution of limited liability companies, corporations and partnerships. Additionally, he provides clients with strategic counsel related to the tax planning and structure of these entities.
In terms of his education, Mr. Webb earned a Master of Laws in taxation from Northwestern University (NU) Pritzker School of Law. He also holds a Juris Doctor and an M.B.A. from St. Thomas University.
Mr. Webb's professional achievements are recognized by his "Very Good" Avvo rating. In 2019, he received the distinguished "Pro Bono Publico" Award from Florida Rural Legal Services for his exceptional leadership as president of the Lee County Bar Association. He has been previously honored by Florida Rural Legal Services with the Pro Bono Recognition award for his dedication to the Volunteer Income Taxpayer Assistance (VITA) program, where he contributed over 200 hours of pro bono service.
Within the legal community, Mr. Webb is a respected member in good standing of The Florida Bar and holds admissions to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit, as well as the United States District Courts for the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida. He is actively involved in The Florida Bar’s Aviation Law Committee and the Government Advocacy Committee.
Additionally, Mr. Webb plays an active role in several boards and associations. He serves on the board of directors for the Lee County Bar Association Foundation, where his responsibilities include promoting legal education, providing scholarships and supporting charitable efforts benefiting underprivileged populations in southwest Florida. He also holds positions on the boards of the NU Alumni Association and NU Club of Greater Naples, furthering his commitment to community engagement and access to justice. Furthermore, he is a member of The Calusa American Inn of Court and contributes to the NU School of Law Tax Program Alumni Committee.
Practice areas
Business Litigation, Business/Corporate, Real Estate: Business, Construction Litigation: Business, Entertainment & Sports, Tax: BusinessFocus areas
Business Formation and Planning, Business Organizations, Entertainment, Sports & Leisure Law, Limited Liability Companies, Mortgage & Refinance, Partnership, Tax Law
- 30% Business Litigation
- 20% Business/Corporate
- 20% Real Estate: Business
- 10% Construction Litigation: Business
- 10% Entertainment & Sports
- 10% Tax: Business
First Admitted: 2008, Florida
Professional Webpage: https://johnwebblegal.com/professionals/
- Honored with Florida Rural Legal Services distinguished “Pro Bono Publico” Award, 2019
- Mr. Webb was also previously honored by Florida Rural Legal Services in 2011 and 2016 with the “Pro Bono Recognition” Award
- Florida Super Lawyers Rising Stars List, 2016-2022
- Florida Bar, Member
- Lee County Bar Association, Treasurer, 2016
- Lee County Bar Association, Secretary, 2017
- Lee County Bar Association, Vice President / President-elect, 2018
- Lee County Bar Association, President, 2019
- Member of the Florida Bar’s Aviation Law Committee and the Governmental & Public Policy Advocacy Committee
- United States District Courts for the Middle District of Florida
- United States District Courts for the Southern District of Florida
- Calusa Inn of Court, Member
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
- Lee County Bar Association, Executive Counsel (Past President)
- Northwestern University School of Law Tax Program Alumni Committee
- Florida Rural Legal Services (Board Member), 2020
- Northwestern University Alumni Association, NU Club of Greater Naples, Board of Directors
- Volunteer Income Taxpayer Assistance (“VITA”) Program
- Northwestern State University, Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration
- St. Thomas University, Juris Doctor (J.D.), Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
- Northwestern State University, Bachelor of General Studies (B.G.S.) in Liberal Arts
- The Right of Publicity in Amateur Athletes, 18 TEX. ENT. & SPORTS L.J. 4, 2009
- Business Law
- Construction Law
- Real Property
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2022 - 2024
- Rising Stars: 2016 - 2021