Our Approach McCovery Law & Mediation

Our Approach

Experienced civil litigator and mediator, attorney John H. McCorvey, Jr. specializes in HOA/Condominium, business and real estate disputes, including foreclosures, and mediation services

John H. McCorvey, Jr. is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator and an accomplished litigation attorney with an extensive background in commercial and real estate litigation, including an emphasis on creditors’ rights.

John handles matters from routine to complex, for clients ranging from large institutions to individuals. Every client is important and he recognizes each client’s unique needs. John is committed to building long-term relationships with his clients based on honesty, integrity and trust. He is an effective problem-solver by ensuring he has a thorough understanding of his clients’ needs. The outcome is a long list of satisfied clients whom he has the pleasure of representing time and time again.

John’s practice areas include: business disputes, creditors’ rights, real estate litigation, garnishment, commercial collections, replevin, foreclosures, and asset recovery. 

In addition, John has been counsel of record in 3 appellate cases, 2 of which had favorable outcomes: Corporate Serv. v. Justus, 648 So.2d 844 (Fla. 1st DCA 1995) and U.S. Bank National Association v. Howell, 172 So.3d 874 (Fla. 1st DCA 2015).

EDUCATION

  • Stetson University College of Law, J.D., Cum Laude, 1989
    • Research Editor, Stetson Law Review
    • Best Speaker, Freshman Moot Court Competition
  • Stetson University, B.A. Finance, 1984
    • Resident Advisor
    • Representative, Student Government Association
    • Alpha Kappa Psi Business Fraternity
    • Pi Kappa Phi Social Fraternity

ADMITTED TO PRACTICE

  • Admitted, U. S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
  • Approved Mortgage Modification Mediator, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Florida
  • Attorney Member, Fourth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee “A” of The Florida Bar (2011 – 2014)
  • Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator (2008 – Present)
  • The Florida Bar

PROFESSIONAL OR TRADE AFFILIATION

  • Accredited, Better Business Bureau, Rating: A+
  • National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals
  • Accomplished litigation attorney with 30 years of experience in commercial and real estate litigation, including an emphasis on creditors’ rights
  • AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell
  • AVVO™10.0 Superb Rating
  • Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Court Mediator
  • Admitted, State of Florida & U. S Court, Middle District of Florida
  • Member, The Florida Bar
  • Member, The Jacksonville Bar Association
  • Member, Jacksonville Women Lawyers Association
  • Member, Florida Association for Women Lawyers
  • Co-chair, ADR Committee, Jacksonville Bar Association (2020 – 2021)
  • President, Young Lawyers Section (1997 – 1998)
  • Chairman, Sole Practitioner/Small Firms Committee (2001 – 2002)
  • Associate Member, Attorney’s Title Insurance Fund
  • Attorney Member, Fourth Judicial Circuit Grievance Committee “A” of The Florida Bar (2012-2014)
  • Alumnus, Chester Bedell American Inn of Court
  • Member, Dispute Resolution Section of The American Bar Association

HONORS AND AWARDS

  • Recipient of the Cecil and Augusta Bailey Scholarship Award (criteria: leadership, scholarship and character), Stetson University College of Law, December, Class of ’89
  • “Rookie of the Year” Award Recipient from Stockton, Whatley & Davin
  • AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell
  • 10 Superb rated attorney by Avvo

PROFESSIONAL LECTURING

  • Presenter, “Real Property Foreclosure: A Step-by-Step Workshop” – National Business Institute, a Florida Bar approved CLE seminar (2011)
  • Presenter, “The Steps of Foreclosure,” First Coast Chapter, Risk Management Association (2009)
  • Guest, FM 88.1 “The Promise” Morning Radio Show, answering caller questions on the topic of foreclosure (2008) and business disputes (2009)
  • Presenter, “Judgment Enforcement in Florida” – Lorman Education Services, a Florida Bar approved CLE seminar (2008)
  • Presenter, “Collection Law Update in Florida” – Lorman Education Services, a Florida Bar approved CLE seminar (1999)

COMMUNITY SERVICE

  • Rotary Club of West Jacksonville President (2012 – 2013); Paul Harris Fellow; Member since 2001 and Honorary Lifetime Member
  • Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, North Florida Chapter
  • Advisory Board of Directors (2009 – 2011)
  • Chairman for 2009 & 2010 “Tailgate Kickoff To a Cure” – events raised over $100,000 to help fight cystic fibrosis
  • Selected as one of Jacksonville’s 50 Finest Singles (1997) (criteria: leadership and community service)
  • The 200 Club of Jacksonville (2001 – present) – organization benefiting survivors and family members of policemen and firemen killed or seriously injured in the line of duty.
  • The Webb Center – organization assisting developmentally, and physically disabled children and young adults reach full potential.
    President (1999 – 2000)
    Director (1997 – 1999)
  • Willing Hands, Inc. – organization dedicated to community service and leadership development.
    Board of Directors (1991 – 1993)

PUBLISHED ARTICLES

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS

  • Mandatory Presuit HOA Mediation, Jacksonville Bar Association’s 2024 CME for Mediators, May 3, 2024
  • Bracketology: Using Conditional Offers To Settle Your Case At Mediation, Jacksonville Bar Association’s 2023 CME for Mediators, May 5, 2023
  • Timeless Truths From Getting to Yes, Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In – Fisher, Roger; Ury, William; Patton, Bruce. Getting to Yes, Penguin Books (2011 rev. ed), Florida Dispute Resolution Center (DRC) Conference, August 12, 2022
  • Timeless Truths From Getting to Yes, Negotiating Agreement Without Giving In – Fisher, Roger; Ury, William; Patton, Bruce. Getting to Yes, Penguin Books (2011 rev. ed), Jacksonville Bar Association – ADR Section, Annual CME Seminar for Mediators, May 16, 2022
  • Presenter, “Real Property Foreclosure: A Step-by-Step Workshop” – National Business Institute, A Florida Bar approved CLE seminar (2011)
  • Presenter, “The Steps of Foreclosure” First Coast Chapter Risk Management Assn. (2009)
  • Guest, FM 88.1 “The Promise” Morning Radio Show
    answering caller questions on the topic of foreclosure (2008)
    answering caller questions on the topic of business disputes (2009)
  • Presenter, “Judgment Enforcement in Florida” – Lorman Education Services
    A Florida Bar approved CLE seminar (2008)
  • Presenter, “Collection Law Update in Florida” – Lorman Education Services
    A Florida Bar approved CLE seminar (1999)

Great Consultation

“I was referred by a friend and I see why after meeting with him. John is down to earth and easy to work with.”
– Anonymous