John P. Ferguson

John P. Ferguson

Cobb Cole • Daytona Beach, FL
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Contact

Email
your@email.com
Phone
386-255-8171
Address
Daytona Beach, FL, 32114, US

Professional

Bar Admissions
Florida1993U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida

About

John P. Ferguson is a seasoned attorney at Cobb Cole, based in Daytona Beach, Florida, specializing in business and corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and franchise law. With nearly three decades of legal experience, he has established a reputation for providing exceptional legal counsel and strategic guidance to businesses navigating complex transactions and regulatory landscapes. Ferguson's practice is primarily focused on business and corporate law (50%), where he assists clients in forming, managing, and dissolving corporate entities. He is also adept in mergers and acquisitions (40%), helping clients successfully negotiate and execute transactions that drive growth and profitability. Additionally, Ferguson offers specialized knowledge in franchise law (10%), advising both franchisors and franchisees on compliance and operational issues. A graduate of Florida State University College of Law, where he earned his J.D. magna cum laude and served as Associate Editor of the Law Review, Ferguson is committed to delivering personalized, client-centered legal services. He takes the time to understand each client's unique needs and objectives, ensuring tailored solutions that align with their business goals. Serving clients throughout Daytona Beach and the surrounding areas, John P. Ferguson stands ready to guide businesses through the intricacies of the legal landscape, fostering growth and success in a competitive environment.

Credentials

Education
Florida State University College of Law, Tallahassee, Florida, 1993 | J.D. | Honors: magna cum laude | Law Review: FSU, Associate Editor, 1992 - 1993 | Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida, 1990 | B.A. | Honors: With Honors | Major: English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
Above and Beyond Award (Team Volusia Economic Development Corporation), - 2013 | Louis Fifer Friend of Industry Award (Volusia Manufacturers Association), - 2011 | Florida Trend Magazine's Florida Legal Elite, - 2006 | Marvin Samuels Award for Outstanding Service to the Community, - 2006
Associations
Business Law Section, Florida Bar | Administrative Law Section, Florida Bar | International Law Section, Florida Bar | Halifax Area Civic League | ISB Coalition (Past Chairman) | Holy Hill Charter Review Advisory Board (Chairman) | Bikeweek 75th Anniversary Committee for the Dayona Regional Chamber of Commerce (Chairman) | Volusia Manufacturers Association (Board of Directors and Legal Counsel) | Daytona Beach Racing and Recreational Facilities District (Secretary and Treasurer ) | Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Eagle Athletic Association (Member of Executive Board) | Team Volusia Economic Development Corporation (Past Chairman and Current Legal Counsel) | St. James Episcopal Board of Trustees (Past Chairman) | Board of Directors, Futures, Inc. (Education Foundation for Volusia County Public Schools) (Past Chairman) | Board of Directors, Daytona Beach Community Foundation (Member and Past Chairman) | International Trade Alliance (Past Chairman) | Halifax Area Trade Council (Past Chairman) | Economic Service Alliance (Past Chairman) | Daytona Beach Regional Area Chamber of Commerce (Past Chairman) | Leadership of Daytona, - 1996 (Graduate) | Ormond Main Street, Inc. (Past President ) | Kiwanis Club of Downtown Daytona Beach (Past President) | Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center Foundation (Chairman)
Speaking
Speaker, "Gateway to the Great American Destination... the ISB Investments," Daytona Regional Chamber Eggs and Issues, March 17, 2015 | Speaker, "Liability Protection and Asset Allocation," Intellectual Property Symposium: University of Central Florida Business Incubation Program, February 21, 2012 | Speaker, "How to Structure Your Business to Maximize Its Potential," Economic Services Alliance Business-to-Business Expo, November 18, 2009, - 2017 | Speaker, Daytona Regional Intellectual Property Symposium, February 20, 2009 | Speaker, Daytona State College, Export 101, Introduction to Exporting, Protecting Your Interests Abroad, November 18, 2008 | Speaker, "Legal Entities and Structure to Entice Investors,” SCORE, April 6, 2017
Updated: Mar 14, 2026