John Caravella, Esq.

As a dedicated and experienced Construction Law Attorney, I help Homeowners, Contractors, and Design Professionals with their legal needs in construction litigation and arbitration. The Law Offices of John Caravella, P.C., practices primarily in Construction Litigation, Supplier Disputes, Construction Contract Claims, Construction Defects, Construction Disputes, Labor Laws, House Lifting Cases, Real Estate Services, Construction Arbitration and Construction Contract Advising.

Based in Long Island, our firm has three offices in Uniondale, Melville, and Ft Lauderdale, FL. We have a singular focus on construction law and place an emphasis on communication with our clients to better understand their needs. Clients can expect honesty and trust from every member of our team. It’s this trust and confidence from clients, that always comes first. This serves as a foundational principle for the firm, acting as a driving force for growth since our establishment in 2008.

 

I developed a passion early on for architecture. As a high school student, I was driven to learn and inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, my father, and my whole family. My dedication to education and hard work led to a successful career in the field, giving me invaluable experience and skills that serve as not only a unique differentiator, but also as a scaffolding for success in the construction industry. I’ve been committed to excellence in construction law for two decades.

 

Credentials & Experience includes: American Arbitration Association Construction Industry Panel of Neutrals, Nassau County Bar Association Arbitration and Mediation Panel, as well as the Eastern District of New York Hurricane Sandy ADR panels. I’m also a member of the New York State Bar Association and the Nassau County Bar Association Construction Law Committee.

I maintain an “open door” office policy and always provide free, no-obligation telephone consultations.

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Legal Degree:

  • Juris Doctorate, Nova Southeastern University, Ft. Lauderdale FL

Construction Degrees:

  • Bachelor of Science, Architectural Technology, New York Inst. Of Technology, Old Westbury NY
  • Associate of Construction Technology, State University of New York at Farmingdale NY

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Speaking Engagements:

Surety Day 2017

  • Knowing Your Indemnitors – The Pitfalls in Underwriting
  • Sureties VS. Lenders – A Fight for Each Penny

AIA Contract Document Workshop 2019

  • Examining the primary AIA contract documents and general conditions of the contract for construction

AIA Contract Document Webinar 2020

  • AIA Contract Documents: 2017 Modifications, Insurance and Bond Exhibit, Owner – Contractor Documents, Owner – Architect Agreements