John M. Ervin is an attorney at Aegis Law, a dynamic business law firm with offices throughout the United States. John works in the Tampa office as part of the corporate practice group team.
John has large firm experience. Prior to forming The John Ervin Law Firm, P.A. John handled a wide variety of large complex transactions as a member of the Corporate Group at Shutts & Bowen, LLP, one of Florida's largest and prestigious law firms.
John’s practice focuses on corporate, regulatory and transactional matters for businesses, real estate developers, charitable organizations and financial institutions. He regularly advises clients regardingmergers and acquisitions, entity formation and business structures, commercial transactions, secured transactions, commercial real estate, commercial leasing, corporate finance, securities, corporate taxation, state and local tax issues and audits and charitable organizations.
A licensed Merchant Marine Officer, John holds a 100 Gross Ton Master Captain’s license with the United States Coast Guard. He regularly advises clients regarding the acquisition and registration of domestic and foreign flagged vessels.
John also dedicates his time and skill to giving back to the greater community. John is an active member of the community and devotes his time to serving various local charitable and civic organizations. He currently serves as a member of the Board of Directors of the Sarasota Downtown Farmer's Market.
John is an active member of Hillsborough County Young Lawyers Division as well as the Young Lawyers Division of The Florida Bar.
Practice areas
mergers & acquisitions, purchase/sale, e-commerce, Amazon, contracts, formation, entity formation, shareholder/operating agreements, buy-sell, corporate, LLC, ownershio, buy-out,
14 years, 1,500 cases
Commercial, intellectual property, franchise, licensing, landlord/tenant, consulting agreements, commercial leases, independent contractor agreements, services agreements, manufacture and supply, terms and conditions.
14 years, 1,500 cases
Entity selection and formation, operating agreements, compliance, tax planning, trademarks, ownership disputes, buy-out and exit strategies.
14 years, 1,000 cases
Entity selection and formation, stockholders' agreements, shareholders' agreements, founder's agreements, stock plans, option grants, capital financing, licensing and disputes.
14 years, 1,000 cases
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 2008 | 06/01/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2020 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2019 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2018 |
Top Contributor | Avvo | 2017 |
Avvo Rated - Superb | Avvo | 2017 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2017 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2017 |
Top Contributor | Avvo | 2016 |
Avvo Rated - Superb | Avvo | 2016 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2016 |
Outstanding Service Award | Girls Incorporated of Sarasota, Inc. | 2012 |
Pro Bono Service Award | University of Maine School of Law | 2007 |
Pro Bono Service Award | University of Maine School of Law | 2006 |
Pro Bono Service Award | University of Maine School of Law | 2005 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | Aegis Law | 2018 - Present |
Attorney | Shutts & Bowen, LLP | 2013 - 2016 |
Attorney | Livingston, Patterson, Strickland & Siegel, P.A. | 2010 - 2013 |
Owner | Casco Bay Charters | 2006 - 2009 |
Legal Intern | United States Dept. Of Justice | 2005 - 2007 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Legal Aid Foundation | Volunteer Attorney | 2016 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member - Business Law | 2016 - Present |
Sarasota Downtown Farmer's Market Vendor Association | Attorney Member | 2016 - Present |
Manasota SCORE | Volunteer Attorney | 2016 - Present |
Manatee County Bar Association, Pro Bono Legal Advice Committee | Volunteer Attorney | 2016 - Present |
Sarasota County Bar Association, Business Section | Board Member | 2016 - Present |
Florida Bar, Young Lawyers Division, Seek Counsel of Professional Experience | Advocate | 2015 - Present |
Florida Lawyers Network | Attorney Member | 2015 - Present |
Sarasota Downtown Farmer's Market Vendor Association | Board of Directors | 2015 - Present |
American Bar Association | Attorney Member | 2013 - Present |
American Kennel Club | Member | 2013 - Present |
United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida | Admitted to Practice | 2011 - Present |
United States Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Florida | Admitted to Practice | 2011 - Present |
Sarasota County Bar Association, Young Lawyer's Division | Attorney Member | 2010 - Present |
Florida Bar, Tax Section | Attorney Member | 2010 - Present |
Sarasota County Bar Association, County Section | Attorney Member | 2010 - Present |
Sarasota Young Professionals Group | Member | 2010 - Present |
Florida Bar, Business Law Section | Attorney Member | 2010 - Present |
Sarasota Chamber of Commerce | Member | 2010 - Present |
Sarasota County Bar Association | Attorney Member | 2010 - Present |
Florida Bar | Admitted to Practice | 2008 - Present |
Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade/Monroe, Inc. | Advisory Board | 2014 - 2016 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Charitable Contributions | CS/HB 95 | 2013 |
Herald Tribute | Shutts & Bowen LLP aquires prominent Sarasota law firm | 2013 |
Business Observer | Shutts Bowen pushes deeper into gulf coast | 2013 |
Florida Bar News | On the Move | 2013 |
Herald Tribune | Big Firm Joins with Sarasota Lawyers | 2013 |
Portfolio Media (Law360) | Fla.'s Shutts & Bowen Expands To Sarasota With Merger | 2013 |
Florida Bar News | On the Move | 2013 |
White Paper | CS/HB 451 - Florida Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act | 2012 |
Sarasota Herald Tribune | Bill Would Let Charities Keep Ponzi Donations | 2012 |
Sarasota Herald Tribune | Nadel's gift to Girls Inc. could cripple the organization | 2012 |
Florida Statutes - Ch. 726 | CS/HB 451 - Fraudulent Transfers | 2012 |
Sarasota Herald Tribune | Judge awards $1.18 Million to Team of Lawyers led by John Patterson | 2011 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law | LL.M - Master of Laws | 2008 |
University of Maine School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor, Cum Laude | 2007 |
Bates College | BA - Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude | 2004 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Senate Committe Testimony | Florida Uniform Fraudultent Transfer Act | 2012 |
House Committe Testimony | Florida Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act | 2012 |
Sarasota County Bar Association | Undue Influence Hits the Road- Application of the Doctrine in Tria | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Legislation- H/S Bill #102, | Signed into law during 2013 legislative session |
600 Palmetto, L.C. v. Sleek Audio, LLC | Judgement in favor of Landlord |
George E. Bushong v. Sarah M. Peel | Petition for Certiorari Granted, Remanded |
Deborah J. Butler v. Patricia C. McGriff | Final Judgment in favor of McGriff (Client) |
Qu Art, S.A. v. Robert Preiss, R&R Bond Galleries | Recovery of Salvador Dali sculptures |
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Anthony Olson, Business Attorney on Feb 3, 2016
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John Ervin has assisted several of my clients in the process of negotiating the purchase of a business, drafting the purchase contract, negotiating the lease or lease assumption with the landlord, and carrying out the closing. He has done a fantastic job in all these areas, and has really gone the extra mile for the clients, particularly in solving complications that come up between the buyer, seller, and landlord. Moreover, he has been very prompt in dealing with matters and is very accessible and accountable to the client. I highly recommend John Ervin as an attorney for business, corporate, and contract law matters.
Taylor Stevens, Business Attorney on Jan 12, 2016
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Jason Kral, Real estate Attorney on Jan 8, 2016
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Charles Stevenson, Business Attorney on Jan 5, 2016
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Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Business Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
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Richard Geller, Unknown Attorney on Sep 16, 2014
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I strongly endorse John. Highly respected in the legal community with an outstanding reputation for client advocacy and dedication.
Sean Cleary, Business Attorney on May 19, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.
John O'Brien, Business Attorney on Apr 11, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.
Michael Doland, Business Attorney on Oct 30, 2013
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Although new to Avvo, the answers of Mr. Ervin reflect a great deal of experience and insight. His answers are regularly accurate, analytic and customized to the needs of the Avvo asker. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when selecting an attorney.
Natalya Soshnikova Evans, Business Attorney on Oct 30, 2013
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John Ervin is a very knowledgeable and hard working attorney who exhibits high ethical standards in his daily practice. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking legal advice in the area of business law.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Oct 29, 2013
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Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Jonathan Whitney, Business Attorney on Oct 28, 2013
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John is a very capable business attorney with experience handling a broad range of complex commercial transactions, business transactions and business disputes.
Richard Cole, Business Attorney on Oct 28, 2013
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John is both friendly and effective. A knowledgeable attorney who is willing to carefully consider your issues and give you the personal attention you expect.
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