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John L. Wideikis

Real estate Attorney at Port Charlotte, FL

4.5   8 reviews
  • State Years
    Florida - FL 20 years
    Illinois - IL 22 years
  • Licensed for 20 years
    State FL
    Acquired 2003
    Status
    Member in Good Standing No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 22 years
    State IL
    Acquired 2001
    Status
    Active and Authorized to Practice Law No misconduct found

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Practice areas
  1. Real estate
    45%
    Mr. Wideikis handles the most complicated commercial and residential real estate transaction and the most basic of such transactions from start to finish including contract review and drafting, title searches and insurance, and the closing itself. It is all done under one roof by one attorney. He has also gained notoriety for establishing a very successful short sale program assisting seller's short sell their properties for a low flat fee.

    22 years

  2. Banking
    35%
    Mr. Wideikis has handled the most complicated commercial loan documentation for banks, and foreclosed and obtained deficiency judgments on hundreds of bank loans in the residential and commercial sectors.

    21 years

  3. Corporate and incorporation
    20%
    Mr. Wideikis assists in the analysis of which corporate structure is best for his clients and can set up that structure to best meet his client's needs. He is also proficient in documenting the purchase and sale of businesses and restructuring of entities.

    22 years

In 2010, and most recently in 2015, Mr. Wideikis was selected as a Florida Super Lawyer's Rising Star, a designation reserved for only five (5) percent of practicing attorneys in the state. Mr. Wideikis was recognized in the area of Property Law. This area of law Mr. Wideikis concentrates in involves every type of residential lot and home sale together with the most complex of commercial real estate and business transactions. Mr. Wideikis is widely acknowledged as the local attorney to work with on such matters as marina, hotel, restaurant, subdivision, strip center, airport, and franchise transactions, etc.  He also represents many of the local banks making commercial loans in his community.

Mr. Wideikis received his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Iowa School of Law in Iowa City, Iowa in 2001. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in political science with Honors from North Central College in Naperville, Illinois in 1998. At North Central College, Mr. Wideikis was named to the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin All-Conference Baseball Team as both a shortstop and designated hitter, and served as captain of the 1998 baseball team that finished ninth in the country. He also represented the United States on Team Chicago, USA which won the World Baseball Championship Tournament held in Amsterdam in 1994.

As a third year law student, Mr. Wideikis was employed as an intern at the Cook County Illinois State Attorney's Office in its homicide division. Subsequently, he received his license to practice law in the State of Illinois where he served as an associate at Kubiesa, Spiroff, Gosselar, Acker & Kern, P.C. practicing in the areas of local government representation and defense, land use and planning, real property transactions, business law, and general civil litigation.

Mr. Wideikis practiced law in Illinois for three years before becoming licensed to practice law in Florida where he relocated in January of 2004. Mr. Wideikis has been a partner of Berntsson, Ittersagen, Gunderson & Wideikis, LLP since 2008.

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John L. Wideikis
18401 Murdock Circle
Suite C
Port Charlotte, FL, 339481088

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Posted by Sonya | February 25, 2015
Very Thorough
After working with John, it became apparent that no one else has ever thoroughly reviewed our Corporate Resolution when it came to Real Estate matters. In reviewing our Corporate Resolution, John caught a necessary adjustment to be made. This "catch" will help future transactions run smoothly. This gives us more confidence in our own company as well. Thank you John!
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Posted by anonymous | May 16, 2012
Attorney Wideikis
John has provided accurate and reasonably priced counsel regarding real estate matters. Additionally, the documentation provided has been effective and error free.
Posted by Brian R | May 13, 2012
Brian
I have used John Wideikis the past 8 years for my real estate related banking. I have found him to be an exceptional attorney that provides excellent service and is very responsive. I would recommend highly recommend him.
Posted by anonymous | May 11, 2012
BEST LAWYER IN FLORIDA
I have purchased and sold many transactions in Florida, and the one I closed with John was a very complicated commercial purchase. He was creative, timely and cost effective in getting it closed for me. He was also honest about the potential risks and costs involved at each step so I could plan my legal budget accordingly without surprises. Great to work with.
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Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2012
Excellent Attorney
John handled our short sale and was able to get us out from crushing debt. Thank you!
Posted by Len | May 9, 2012
Sound attorney that is trusted.
John, specifically, and his firm handle numerous real estate closings and at times, workouts for our bank over the past 7 years. We have never had an issue regarding the integrity and soundness of specifically his work and/or his firm's work overall. John is knowledgeable and timely in his work and reviews.
Posted by anonymous | May 9, 2012
Saved Me!
John got me out of debt and got my house sold. Unbelievable. He saved us.
Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2009
NO INTEGRITY AT ALL
Despite having a WRITTEN agreement for a cap on fees for service, he continued to charge me without letting me know. When questioned, he was very nasty and said he had to do extra work and refused to adjust his fee, citing "unjust enrichment" if we were to receive "benefit" from the work he did that was NOT REQUIRED and NOT REQUESTED. This is HIGHLY UNETHICAL. He ADDED his fees to our closing packet and we were faced with NO CHOICE and were forced to pay him. As far as I am concerned he STOLE this money from us. It is lawyers like John Wideikis that give ALL lawyers a very bad name.
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Resume

AVVO RATING 9.9 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Lawyer
  • KSGA&K Law Firm
  • 2001 - 2003

Education

  • University of Iowa College of Law
  • juris doctor
  • 2001

Legal Cases

  • British Petroleum Oil Spill
  • To date settlements obtained for into the hundreds of clients totaling millions of dollars.

Associations

  • Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section
  • 2004 - Present

Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • Rising Star
  • Florida Super Lawyers
  • 2016
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2016
  • Client Distinction Award
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2016
  • America's Most Honored Professionals
  • American Registry
  • 2016
  • Laywer of Distinction
  • Lawyers of Distinction
  • 2016
  • Rising Star
  • Florida Super Lawyers
  • 2015
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2015
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2014
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2013
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2012
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2011
  • Rising Star
  • Florida Super Lawyers
  • 2010
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2010
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2009
  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2008
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Speaking Engagements

  • TRID Impact on Realtors
  • Consumer Financial Bureau Protection Act Impact on Realtors
  • 2015
  • Recovering from the BP Oil Spill
  • Loss of Income Relating to the BP Oil Spill
  • 2012
  • BP Oil Spill Rule Changes: How Your Claim is Impacted
  • BP Oil Spill Rule Changes: How Your Claim is Impacted
  • 2012
  • Protecting Assets and Short Sales in Troubled Times
  • Asset Protection and Short Sales
  • 2011
  • How the BP Oil Spill Impacted Construction Industry
  • How the BP Oil Spill Impacted Construction Industry
  • N/A
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Attorney endorsements

Received (5)
Given (5)
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Real estate Attorney | Sep 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Mr. Wideikis is an attorney that I confidently and without hesitation send clients for real estate matters. He is competent, hardworking, and detail oriented."
Banking Attorney | Sep 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I refer potential clients to Mr. Wideikis with confidence, as he has proven himself to be a highly skilled legal advocate. On many occasions I have had clients thank me for putting them in touch with Mr. Wideikis to handle their banking, corporate, and real estate needs. I strongly endorse this attorney."
Real estate Attorney | Sep 16
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have had the privilege of working with John on several matters. John is always through and professional. His knowledge of real estate and title examination is superb. I will continue to refer matters and conflict cases to John."
Real estate Attorney | Sep 15
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. John is an excellent attorney. He is responsive, creative, and truly cares about his clients. I often refer my clients to John for their real estate needs."
Corporate and incorporation Attorney | Sep 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"John and his office work with my office consistently on many legal matters. We have the highest respect for John and his abilities. His wealth of legal knowledge, efficiency, and cheerful nature make him a pleasure to work with."

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John L. Wideikis
Real estate Attorney
Port Charlotte, FL
Licensed for 22 years