Overall Rating
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This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.
4.6 /5.0
11 Client Reviews
$ 400-500 per hour
About Ian
Biography
Mr. Kravitz is Board Certified in Construction Law by the Florida Bar. He received his Juris Doctorate Summa Cum Laude from Nova Southeastern University, where he was a member of the Law Review and Moot Court Honor Society. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Florida State University in 1992, as well as his Master of Science Degree in Psychology from Nova Southeastern University in 1997. Mr. Kravitz has been a resident of the South Florida area since 1978, and currently resides in Coral Springs with his wife Dawn, and their children Madyson and Braeden.
Mr. Kravitz is admitted to practice in all Florida state and federal courts, as well as the First and Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals and the District of Columbia Court of Appeals. He is a member of the Broward County Bar Association and its Construction Law Committee, the American Bar Association, and the Florida Bar Construction Law Committee.
Mr. Kravitz concentrates his practice primarily in commercial and construction law including litigation, arbitration, mediation and negotiation of construction matters including construction lien claims and defense, payment and performance bond claims and defense, bid protests, construction contract preparation and negotiation and construction defect claims and defense.
Board Certified Construction Law Attorney at Your Construction Law Firm
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Construction and Development
90%
Contracts and Agreements
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Florida for 22 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 21 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2004
No misconduct found
Location
Malka & Kravitz, P.A.
1300 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway, Suite 146, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33323
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Online Presence
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Ian Todd Kravitz's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | June 28, 2012
Highly Recommended
After working with Ian, on nonpayment of construction contracts, this last year on 3 lawsuits and seeing first hand, in a court room, how good he was we gave him another case.
Posted by Sue | November 19, 2009
Review of Kravitz by PCI
Ian Kravitz has proved to be a most valuable asset to our business as a commercial general contractor. He has always been availale to assist us on any and all issues that arise from our business, whether it is a major issue or a small question. His responses are timely and precise. He is always wi...
Posted by Beth | October 23, 2009
Competent and Responsive
Ian Kravitz has guided my firm through several cases. He consistently provides sound counsel and is always accessible. I would definitely recommend Ian.
Posted by Ocean Harbour Condominium Association | October 19, 2009
Professional, Caring, Knowledgeable
Represented our condominium association against an insurer that declared bankruptcy after 2 hurricanes hit in 2004. Devoted his time and expertise in getting a settlement that we had not even hoped for. Mr. Kravitz went above and beyond to keep the contractors repairing our condominium honest, and...
Posted by Kenneth | October 16, 2009
Deserving.
Ian has all the right qualities, knowledge & experience that I was in need of. There was complete satisfaction delivered from Ian to satisfy my requests. His performance exceeded my original expectations.
Ian Todd Kravitz's Lawyer Endorsements
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"I endorse this lawyer's work. He is an excellent construction lawyer and is Board Certified as a construction law expert by the Florida Bar."
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"Mr. Kravitz is a dedicated advocate with extensive knowledge of construction law and the rules of civil procedure. I endorse this lawyer's work."
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"I endorse this lawyer's work. This lawyer is professional, ethical, and maintains his clients best interests through efficient and efficacious representation."
Yvette-Lisa Colon
Construction and development lawyer | Oct 15
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Ian is a strong advocate for his clients. Extremely knowledgable construction attorney."
Jon Kendrick
Construction and development lawyer
Robert Tanner
Construction and development lawyer
Harry Malka
Construction and development lawyer
Yvette-Lisa Colon
Construction and development lawyer
Sean Sullivan
Construction and development lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyers in America 2013, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Top Rated Lawyers, ALM
2012
Outstanding Young Lawyers Construction Law, Top Lawyers
2012
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Top Lawyers in America, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Rising Star of 2012, Florida Super Lawyers
2012
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Best Law Firms, US News and World Reports
2011
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Best Law Firms, US News and World Report
2010
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Board Certification in Construction Law, Florida Bar
Work Experience
2009 - Present
Partner, Malka & Kravitz, PA
2004 - 2009
Associate, Leiby, Stearns & Roberts, P.A.
2003 - 2004
Partner, Ian T Kravitz,P.A.
Associations
2012 - Present
Roofing Contractors Association of South FLMember
2009 - Present
Associated Builders & ContractorsMember
2009 - Present
Associated General Contractors of AmericaMember
Broward County Bar Association, Construction Law Committee
Member
American Bar Association
Member
Florida Bar, Construction Law Committee
Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Sawyer v Florida Dev. Assoc.,
Appellate reversal of lower court decision
Lock Realty v Regal General Contractors
Denial of Plaintiff's Motion for Summary Judgment
Disabled Americans for Equal Access v Ferres Del Caribe
Denial of Defendant's Motion for Summary Judgment
H&R Paving v Budget Construction, et al
Appellate Affirmance of Lower Court Decision
Education
1997
Nova Southeastern University
MS - Master of Science
1992
Florida State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
N/A
Nova Southeastern University - Shepard Broad Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2007
Lorman Seminars
Construction Lien Law
Publications
2012
www.mkpalaw.com
Even a Clear Unambigous Contract Term Can Be Avoided
2012
www.mkpalaw.com
Beware of Unlicensed Contractors
2012
www.mkpalaw.com
Old Claims Come Alive in Ariotration
2012
www.mkpalaw.com
Insurance Claim Must Be Timely Raised Even If Unknown
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
In filing a demand letter for non payment in Florida, as a subcontractor, when do I add add'l amounts for attorneys and such?
05 Jul 2012
Q&A
If I receive a contractor's final affidavit and release of lien does this release me of any monies owed?
26 Mar 2012