At St. Johns Law Group, our team of over 10 attorneys and mediators offers more experience than any other law firm in St. Augustine. Whether you’re buying, selling, leasing, or litigating, we have team of attorneys who focus specifically on real estate contract disputes and property litigation.
Our group provides legal guidance and thorough representation for residential, commercial, and investment properties across Northeast Florida. From contract drafting to courtroom litigation, we bring the experience and strategic insight you need to protect your rights and your property.
With more combined residential and commercial real estate experience than any other law firm in the St. Augustine area, our attorneys handle everything from single-home transactions to multimillion-dollar development deals.
John Whiteman – Over 40 years in commercial real estate law
David Abraham – 30+ years in commercial leasing and ground leases
Doug Burnett – 25+ years in residential and commercial real estate
Ground leases for multimillion-dollar commercial projects
Hotel acquisitions and hospitality developments
Developer sales involving hundreds of residential lots
Whether you’re working with a real estate agent or buying FSBO (For Sale By Owner), we draft and review contracts to ensure your rights are protected.
Purchase & Sale Agreements
Vacant Land & Lot Contracts
“AS IS” Real Estate Contracts
Amendments & Addenda
Commercial & Residential Leases
Easement & Shared Use Agreements
Post-Closing Occupancy Agreements
Development & Entitlement Agreements
Rights of First Refusal & Purchase Options
When disagreements arise over real estate, you need attorneys who understand the law and the courtroom. Our litigation team aggressively defends your interests and pursues complex disputes with proven strategies.
Contract Disputes
Specific Performance & Lis Pendens
Partition Actions (dividing co-owned property)
Title Defects & Quiet Title Lawsuits
Eminent Domain Defense
Easement Disputes (including easements by necessity)
HOA Disputes & Restrictive Covenants
Deposit Disputes & Interpleader Actions
From drafting leases to pursuing evictions, our attorneys represent landlords and property managers in both residential and commercial settings.
Lease Drafting (Single-family, Multi-family, Commercial)
Rent Collection & Lease Enforcement
Replevin (recovering property held wrongfully)
Self-Storage Evictions
Appellate Representation in Eviction Cases
St. Johns Law Group serves clients throughout Northeast Florida and Southern Georgia, including:
St. Johns County – St. Augustine, St. Augustine Beach, Anastasia Island, Crescent Beach, Ponte Vedra, Nocatee, Vilano Beach, Julington Creek, Fruit Cove, World Golf Village, Palm Valley, Hastings, Elkton, Silverleaf, Beachwalk.
Flagler County – Palm Coast, Flagler Beach, Bunnell, Marineland.
Duval County – Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach, San Marco, Mandarin, Southside.
Clay County – Green Cove Springs, Fleming Island, Middleburg, Keystone Heights, Oakleaf Plantation.
Putnam County – Palatka, East Palatka, Interlachen, Crescent City, Welaka.
Southern Georgia (select matters) – St. Marys, Kingsland, Woodbine.
Our attorneys are highly experienced in handling real estate matters, property disputes, and contract issues across these jurisdictions and are familiar with each area’s local regulations and court systems.
Whether you’re involved in a real estate transaction, managing a property dispute, or need help enforcing a lease or contract, St. Johns Law Group is here to help.
Our team brings the legal skill, local knowledge, and personal attention you deserve. Consultations available in person, by phone, or via Zoom/Teams.
St. Johns Law Group — Your Partner in Real Estate Law.