Atty. John J. Calandra

Atty. John J. Calandra

John J. Calandra represents clients in complex commercial litigation and formerly headed the New York Litigation Practice Group.

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Profile Summary

About John J. Calandra at a glance

John J. Calandra is a business and litigation attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at McDermott Will & Schulte. Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1991). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • John J. Calandra represents clients in complex commercial litigation and formerly headed the New York Litigation Practice Group
  • He represents clients in litigations and arbitrations crossing many industries, including technology, chemicals, satellite, energy, financial products, outsourcing, hotel management, manufacturing and distribution
  • John litigates a wide variety of cases, including securities and common law fraud, breach of contracts and long-term distributor and supply agreements, breach of fiduciary duties, environmental and product liability, negligent misrepresentation, breach of representations and warranties, accounting irregularities, wrongful terminations, antitrust violations, various claims arising from the sale of assets and businesses, and numerous class action lawsuits
  • Read full biography: https://www.mwe.com/people/calandra-john-j/

Practice Areas Explained

John J. Calandra's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John J. Calandra handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John J. Calandra

Where is John J. Calandra's law office located?
John J. Calandra's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is McDermott Will & Schulte. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John J. Calandra handle?
John J. Calandra focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did John J. Calandra go to law school?
John J. Calandra earned their education at (J.D., 1991).
How can I contact John J. Calandra for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John J. Calandra received?
John J. Calandra's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation.

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Education

J.D.
Cornell University
- 1991

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026

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