John Mark Frazier Jr.
Widerman & Malek, PL
John M. Frazier, Jr. is a partner at Widerman Malek, PL that focuses on delivering a full range of litigation in both state and federal courts; including the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit and the Supreme Court of the United States as well as acting in advisory capacities for businesses and corporations reviewing contracts, documents, and providing legal feedback to aid and assist decision-makers.
His area of practice includes corporate litigation and transactions, complex commercial litigation, real estate litigation and transactions, business representation, and maritime law.
John has been a keynote speaker educating the public on the law and presenting before chambers of commerce, business leaders, rotary clubs, and as a keynote speaker on behalf of the Florida Bar’s Speaker Bureau in front of a county bar association ranging in topics from litigation, discovery practices, and conducting depositions.
John has been featured by the Melbourne Regional Chamber on their podcast, 411 on the 321: Tales, Tenets, and Tips from Space Coast Business Leaders, in Season 3, Episode 8.
John is driven by his passion to be a leader in the community and in the courtroom, so much so that John is a graduate of the Leadership Brevard Class of 2020; a program founded in 1985 to develop Brevard’s top talent positioned to utilize leadership skills for the long-term benefit of the community.
John is an officer and acting legal counsel for Downtown Melbourne/Melbourne Main Street.
In 2022, John was appointed to serve on the Business Advisory Board of the City of West Melbourne.
Outside of the law and philanthropic activities, John enjoys fishing, golfing, cooking (ask him about his BBQ sauce), technology, his family pets, and rooting for the Florida State Seminoles. However, more than anything else, John is motivated by his “why” which consists of his beautiful wife, Courtney, and their family.
- Business Law
- Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
- Real Estate Law
- Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate
- Construction Law
- Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Liens, Construction Litigation
- Maritime Law
- Landlord Tenant
- Evictions, Landlord Rights
- Civil Litigation
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- Florida
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- 11th Circuit
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- U.S. District Court of Florida (Middle District)
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- U.S. Supreme Court
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- English: Spoken, Written
- Partner
- Widerman & Malek, PL
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- Founder
- Frazier Law, P.A.
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- Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
- J.D. (2014)
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- Rising Star: Business Litigation
- Super Lawyers
- While up to five percent of the lawyers in the state are named to Super Lawyers, no more than 2.5 percent are named to the Rising Stars list. The selection process for the Rising Stars list is the same as the Super Lawyers selection process, with one exception: to be eligible for inclusion in Rising Stars, a candidate must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for 10 years or less.
- Rising Star: Business Litigation
- Super Lawyers
- While up to five percent of the lawyers in the state are named to Super Lawyers, no more than 2.5 percent are named to the Rising Stars list. The selection process for the Rising Stars list is the same as the Super Lawyers selection process, with one exception: to be eligible for inclusion in Rising Stars, a candidate must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for 10 years or less.
- Business Advisory Board: City of West Melbourne, Florida
- Director by Appointment
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- Activities: In 2022, John was appointed to serve on the Business Advisory Board of the City of West Melbourne. The board was established in 2009 to advise the City Council on how the City can implement measures that will promote, improve, and meet the needs of commercial establishments. This includes determining the commercial needs of citizens and businesses, surveying existing businesses, inventory of vacant commercial land and buildings, and recommending methods to enhance and promote business activity.
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- Downtown Melbourne/Melbourne Main Street
- Officer & Legal Counsel
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- Activities: Melbourne Main Street is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that works to build public and private partnerships to revitalize Historic Downtown Melbourne (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jdvqq9q1RaE). An accredited Main Street part of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Melbourne Main Street’s mission is to fuel economic growth by capitalizing on the community’s assets and paying particular attention to the physical, cultural, and social identity of Downtown Melbourne.
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- Leadership Brevard
- Class of 2020
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- Activities: A leadership program founded in 1985 to develop Brevard’s top talent positioned to utilize leadership skills for the long-term benefit of the community.
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- Junior Achievement of the Space Coast
- Volunteer Educator
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- Activities: THE JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT OF THE SPACE COAST MISSION: To inspire and prepare Brevard County young people to succeed in a global economy. It’s not an easy task. But it’s the kind of challenge that JA takes on with creative energy, fervor, and decisive action.
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- Brevard County Bar Association
- Young Lawyers Division
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- The Florida Bar # 0113676
- Member
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- Brevard County Bar Association
- Member
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- Riparian Rights in Florida: What You Should Know
- Widerman Malek
- 411 on the 321: Tales, Tenets and Tips from Space Coast Business Leaders, Melbourne Regional Chamber
- John's journey with Widerman Malek started as a runner at just age 15, and was nurtured by tireless dedication, a strong work ethic, and the guidance of inspiring mentors helping him grow into the respected partner and incredible Brevard community leader he is today. Tune in as he shares the trials, triumphs, and life-altering experiences that shaped his career.
- Discovery Handbook: Guide to Depositions, Florida Bar Speaker Bureau, St. Lucie Bar County Association
- The Florida Bar Speakers Bureau promotes the understanding of the role of the judicial branch of government; the Constitution; the rule of law; and the role judges, lawyers and juries play the administration of justice through its Benchmarks program. Volunteer attorneys are also available to give presentations on such topics as advanced directives, family law, consumer protection, the First Amendment and many other legal topics.
- 5 Strategies for Avoiding Litigation, Brevard Business Professionals
- Greater Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce
- Basics of Litigation, Melbourne Rotary Club Weekly Meeting
- Melbourne Rotary Club
- Website
- Widerman Malek, PL
Taking a Down-To-Earth Approach to Your Complex Legal Issues with John Frazier | 411 on the 321
John's journey with WM started as a runner at just age 15, and was nurtured by tireless dedication, a strong work ethic, and the guidance of inspiring mentors helping him grow into the respected partner and incredible Brevard community leader he is today. Tune in as he shares the trials, triumphs, and life-altering experiences that shaped his career.
John Frazier Jr. - About Me
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