David John

David John

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David John

Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator | Commercial, Construction & International Dispute Mediator | Florida

Orlando, Florida | Serving Parties Nationwide and Internationally
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Overview

David John is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator with more than 30 years of experience resolving complex civil, commercial, construction, engineering, environmental, and international disputes.

His background includes decades of hands-on experience representing and working alongside plaintiffs, defendants, engineers, contractors, developers, consultants, and business stakeholders across multiple industries. His broad professional and technical background provides him with a unique ability to analyze disputes involving business operations, construction projects, engineering issues, environmental matters, and commercial relationships.

David is known for a practical, solution-oriented mediation style focused on helping parties resolve disputes efficiently, cost-effectively, and with dignity.
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Mediation Approach

David believes mediation provides parties with a faster, more flexible, and more cost-effective alternative to prolonged litigation.

His mediation process emphasizes:
• Efficient dispute resolution
• Practical business-oriented solutions
• Preserving professional and business relationships
• Clear communication between parties
• Structured negotiation and problem solving
• Confidential and voluntary resolution

His experience working with diverse industries, cultures, and international stakeholders allows him to effectively navigate complex disputes involving multiple parties and competing interests.
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Professional Background

David John currently serves as Director of Regulatory Sciences for Bio-Tech Consulting, a nationwide environmental consulting firm headquartered in Orlando, Florida. He is recognized as a pioneer within the environmental restoration and mitigation industry and has worked extensively on environmental, engineering, conservation, and restoration projects throughout the United States and internationally.

Prior to his mediation practice, David served as CEO and President of an award-winning engineering and environmental consulting firm and played a significant role in the development of Florida’s earliest mitigation banking projects.

His extensive business and operational experience includes:
• Manufacturing
• Professional engineering consulting
• Construction
• Commercial and residential real estate
• Environmental consulting
• General business operations

David’s international experience and work across multiple industries provide valuable insight into complex negotiations, stakeholder management, and dispute resolution involving technical and commercial issues.
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Areas of Mediation Focus

Commercial & Business Disputes

  • Commercial disputes
  • Business conflicts
  • Partnership disputes
  • Contract disputes
  • Corporate and operational disagreements
  • Multi-party business disputes

Construction & Engineering Matters

  • Construction disputes
  • Contractor and subcontractor conflicts
  • Project delay disputes
  • Engineering-related disputes
  • Development and infrastructure matters
  • Construction contract disputes

Real Estate & Development

  • Commercial real estate disputes
  • Residential real estate disputes
  • Development conflicts
  • Land use and property-related disputes

Environmental & Regulatory Matters

  • Environmental disputes
  • Mitigation and conservation matters
  • Regulatory conflicts
  • Environmental permitting issues
  • Land and wetlands-related disputes

International & Cross-Border Matters

  • International business disputes
  • Cross-border commercial conflicts
  • Multi-jurisdictional matters
  • International stakeholder negotiations

Mediation & Professional Licenses

  • Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator (Certified since 2016)
  • Professional Engineer — State of Florida
  • Professional Engineer — State of Texas
  • Certified General Contractor — State of Florida

Engineering & Environmental Designations

  • Certified Environmental Professional (CEP)
  • Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS)
  • Chartered Engineer (C.Eng.) — United Kingdom
  • European Engineer (Eur. Ing.)

Professional Memberships

  • American Society of Civil Engineers (MSCE)
  • Florida Engineering Society
  • Institution of Civil Engineers — United Kingdom

David has served as:

  • Conference presenter and public speaker
  • Industry advocate and educator
  • Executive leadership participant within engineering and environmental organizations

His presentations and professional work have focused on:

  • Contract project delivery alternatives
  • Environmental conservation
  • Mitigation banking
  • Endangered species and environmental restoration
  • Engineering and infrastructure planning

Education

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA), Nova Southeastern University
  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Civil Engineering, University of Auckland

Based in Orlando, Florida, David John serves parties throughout:

  • Central Florida
  • Statewide Florida
  • Nationwide commercial mediation matters
  • International and cross-border disputes

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