$ 375-400 per hour
John Raabe Stiefel Jr.
also known as John R. Stiefel, Jr.
About John
Biography
"AV" rated in Martindale Hubbell Law Directory
I was born in Gainesville, Florida
I enjoy tennis, sailing, jogging & fitness
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Florida for 40 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1985
No misconduct found
Location
Timothy P. Kelly, P.A.
1016 LaSalle St., Jacksonville, FL, 32207
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John Raabe Stiefel Jr.'s Reviews
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Posted by LaDonna | March 27, 2014
Outstanding Service
Mr. Stiefel has provided my firm with excellent service. We have worked with Mr. Stiefel for almost 10 years and have been very pleased. He always keeps us informed and acts very promptly on our behalf. Mr. Stiefel's expertise has provided us with outstanding results on all matters that he has han...
Posted by Joseph | March 27, 2014
Remarkable attorney
Mr. Stiefel represented me in an intricate and complex lawsuit. When he drafted the complaint, he strategically added the phrase "quantum meruit". His strategy was a crucial turning point in the favorable outcome of the case. Mr. Stiefel has excellent negotiating skills and is well versed in busines...
Posted by Michael | March 26, 2014
Excellent Council
John Stiefel has represented our firm, in a number of difficult cases, for more than five years. In this time, he has proven to be very valuable council and a true business partner. I would highly recommend John.
Posted by Donald | March 26, 2014
A cut way above the rest
This man is a remarkable lawyer. I have 25 years of litigation practice under my belt myself and I have had the opportunity to watch Mr. Stiefel handle - first hand - several cases that were very complicated and contested on all issues. I think his skills and the results he achieves are extraordina...
John Raabe Stiefel Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements
"I have known John for almost 20 years as opposing counsel on various construction matters. John is an excellent lawyer, with ethics beyond reproach. John serves his clients well by getting to the issues in dispute, either through settlement or trial, so that clients get to a resolution. I highly recommend John."
"There are two kinds of lawyers, those who "get it" and those who don't and in the world of commercial litigation, non-competes, breach of contract, business, appellate, construction lien and a wide range of other commercial issues, John is the one who gets it. I have worked with him many times and have marveled at his "epoxic" grasp of the issues and case law, as well as his command of his client's position when arguing his case. He enjoys an excellent reputation in our community and I endorse him without reservation. You will sleep well at night knowing he is on the case."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is thoughtful, and works hard for his clients."
"John is an experienced, accomplished and knowledgeable litigator, who maintains professionalism and courtesy to all participants in the litigation. I have litigated against John in the past, and was impressed by his tenacious and effective efforts on behalf of his client, while remaining creative in finding possible solutions to the dispute."
Robert Aguilar
Construction and development lawyer | Jun 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with John and litigated against him for many years. He is intelligent, hard working and honest. I am glad to endorse him"
"John is a very experienced, very thorough, and talented litigation attorney. I have worked with him in the past and his work and the results obtained were excellent."
"I endorse John Stiefel because he is an excellent attorney who aggressively resolves disputes on behalf of his clients in the most cost-effective manner possible. He is knowledgeable of the law, well-regarded by the bench and held in high esteem by his clients. He has his client's interests at heart from the very beginning of the representation. When you retain John Stiefel, your money will be well spent."
"I highly recommend John if you are looking for a bright, hard-working results-oriented commercial litigation attorney. John is highly skilled in construction, debtor-creditor, breach of contract, real estate, bankruptcy and general business litigation. John has a unique ability to resolve problems through his thorough understanding of the law and ability to get to the heart of a dispute in a quick and efficient manner. I would highly recommend John Stiefel for the resolution of any commercial dispute."
"I endorse this lawyer. John, has worked with and against in a number of cases involving primarily the rights of creditors and he is extremely knowledgeable and most of all professional."
"John Stiefel is an experienced attorney. In all of my interactions with him he has been professional, and a capable advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend his services."
"John is a solid lawyer and well-respected within the legal community. He brings a unique combination of skill, experience, and compassion to each case and each client."
"I endorse this lawyer He is an excellent trial lawyer. Very organized and well prepared."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is the consummate professional but is relentless in the pursuit of recovery of funds for his clients."
"I have had the privilege of working directly with John Stiefel on complex litigation matters and other business disputes. John is a practical, insightful and highly skilled lawyer. I refer my own clients to John for litigation matters. The feedback from clients is consistently positive. John is very knowledgeable and responsive. It is truly a pleasure working with John in the Jacksonville legal community. I highly recommend John for any business disputes or litigation matters."
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Experience
Honors
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2014 - 2015
Attorney, Brennan, Manna & Diamond, PL
1990 - 2014
Attorney, Holbrook, Akel, Cold, Stiefel & Ray
Associations
1991 - Present
United States District Court for the Middle District of FloridaAttorney
1991 - Present
U.S. District Court, Northern District of FloridaAttorney
1989 - Present
Jacksonville Bar AssociationAttorney
1988 - Present
Jacksonville Bar AssociationMember
1985 - Present
Florida BarMember
1985 - Present
Florida BarAttorney
Sample of Legal Cases
First Coast Scaffolding, LLC vs. Bell CH Realty V Riverside, LLC
Settlement
Pain Reduction Concepts, Inc. vs. Adam Frisbie
Plaintiff prevailed on appeal
Fiberstar, Inc. vs. Eleets Logistics, Inc.
Settlement
Anthony Rogers vs. Vulcan Manufacturing Co.
Plaintiff prevailed on appeal
DePuy Orthopedics, Inc. vs. Waxman, et al.
Plaintiff prevailed on appeal
Power Line Hardware, LLC vs. Compass Bank
settlement
Bank of America vs. Majd Aburabia
Defendant prevailed on appeal
Environeering, Inc. vs. Lennar Homes, LLC
Plaintiff prevailed at trial
First Coast Consultants vs. Flagler Development Co., LLC
Settlement
Education
1985
University of Florida
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
Florida State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
1979
Davidson College
Speaking Engagements
2006
Rotary Club
Utilizing Your Rights as a Creditor in the State of Florida
2004
AAA Construction School
How Construction Bonds Work in the State of Florida
1995
Subcontractors Association of Jacksonville
How to Collect Money in the State of Florida using Construction Lien Law
N/A
Certification Renewal
What do do when you don't get paid for construction work
Languages
English