John Forehand

John W. Forehand is a partner of Florida law firm Kurkin Forehand Brandes, LLP and works out of the firm's Tallahassee location. An AV-rated attorney, he primarily represents motor vehicle dealers in disputes with manufacturers and regulatory agencies. Forehand has a personal website at www.johnforehand.com

He focuses his practice on advising dealers in matters relating to dealership transfers, termination actions, dealership additions and relocations, and all other matters associated with the dealer/manufacturer relationship. Additionally, Forehand counsels dealers on issues of regulatory compliance and consumer disputes.

He assists clients in buying and selling motor vehicle dealerships, including transactions involving individuals and publicly held corporations, and assists clients in locating potential buyers or sellers. Forehand is also experienced in general commercial litigation.

Forehand earned his bachelor’s degree from the Florida State University and received his law degree with honors from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He was admitted to the Florida bar in 1993.