Jack Taylor, Breach of Contract Attorney in Orlando, Florida

is an attorney at Morgan & Morgan who focuses exclusively on construction law, representing condominium and homeowners’ associations as well as clients involved in commercial construction disputes. With a professional background in engineering, real estate, project management, sales, and financial analysis, Jack brings a uniquely strategic and analytical approach to complex construction defect litigation.

At Morgan & Morgan, Jack is part of a specialized construction litigation unit built for complex, high-stakes defect cases. This isn’t volume work-it’s precision work. Jack focuses on a select number of cases at a time, assembling a tactical team of staff, experts, and litigation support professionals tailored to each matter. Every case is treated like a mission: deliberate, coordinated, and backed by deep technical and legal experience. From board meetings to depositions, Jack brings hands-on strategy and direct attorney involvement at every step. From pre-suit notices under Chapter 558 to expert depositions, Jack brings hands-on involvement and strategic clarity to every phase.

Jack works closely with association boards, CAMs, general counsel, reserve specialists, cost of repair experts, architects, general contractors, engineers, and inspectors to build strong cases involving:

•Defective stucco systems
•Improper or failed roof installations
•Leaking or improperly sealed windows and doors
•Stormwater and drainage failures
•Common area defects, including roadways, sidewalks, retaining walls, and clubhouses

He also represents small and mid-sized businesses throughout the Orlando area facing construction litigation involving defective commercial build-outs, tenant improvements, or contractor performance issues-delivering strategic representation tailored to protect business operations and commercial property investments. Whether an association or business Jack leads litigation strategy, manages expert coordination, conducts depositions, and works in tandem with Morgan & Morgan’s trial litigation team to position each claim for successful resolution-whether through mediation, arbitration, or court trial.

Certifications

•Board Certified in Construction Law, Florida Bar
Board Certification is the Florida Bar’s highest recognition of legal expertise and professionalism. Jack has met rigorous standards in experience, testing, and ethics-ensuring clients receive trusted, credentialed representation.
•Former Project Management Professional (PMP) & In-Progress PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
Jack previously held the globally recognized PMP certification and is currently pursuing the PMI-ACP to deepen his agile project management expertise. These credentials underscore his ability to navigate complex construction timelines and adapt strategies in fast-moving environments.
•Chartered Financial Consultant
Combining his knowledge of financial planning for business owners, MBA, and experience in profit and loss and business strategy, Jack brings advanced knowledge of risk analysis, financial impact modeling, customer service and strategic planning to large-scale construction defect claims.
•Florida Real Estate Sales Associate
Though not a practicing Realtor, Jack’s continuing education and other license requirements strengthen his understanding of Florida’s property market, giving clients an edge in matters involving development standards, valuation, and transactional risk.
•MIT Sloan Executive Education - Negotiation & Influence
Through this executive certificate, Jack sharpened high-level negotiation tactics and influence strategies-skills he brings to multiparty construction disputes and high-stakes settlement negotiations.
•Cornell University - Real Estate Development Certificate
Jack’s coursework at Cornell focused on market analysis, deal structuring, entitlements, and development strategy-enhancing his ability to assess defects in the context of broader real estate development goals.
•Prompt Engineering for Law (Vanderbilt University, via Coursera)
Jack is trained in AI-assisted legal workflows through Vanderbilt's specialization in Prompt Engineering for Law, allowing him to responsibly and ethically utilize advanced AI tools alongside proprietary legal research databases and sophisticated document analysis technologies. This approach enhances accuracy, efficiency, and clarity in his legal research, case strategy, and client communications, placing him at the forefront of responsible legal innovation.

News & Insights

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