Atty. John Joseph Cavo

Atty. John Joseph Cavo

John Cavo is a Partner at KDV and focuses his practice in insurance coverage litigation, including general liability, professional liability, auto, trucking and directors and officers liability. John also counsels insurer clients on all coverage-related matters, including bad faith avoidance and insurer best practices.

Chicago Chicago 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About John Joseph Cavo at a glance

John Joseph Cavo is an Of Counsel based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Kaufman Dolowich LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2002). Educated at St. Thomas University School of Law (St. Thomas, 2000) and State University of New York at Oswego B.A. 1996 Member, Dean's List State University of New York at Oswego B.A. 1996 Member, Dean's List (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Cavo is a Partner at KDV and focuses his practice in insurance coverage litigation, including general liability, professional liability, auto, trucking and directors and officers liability
  • John also counsels insurer clients on all coverage-related matters, including bad faith avoidance and insurer best practices
  • John handles all phases of coverage advice and litigation involving first party property and business interruption issues nationwide, including claims related to Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Wilma, Hurricane Matthew, COVID-19 and other CAT events
  • He places emphasis on early resolution of claims and litigated matters, including arbitration, mediation and appraisal
  • John also routinely assists business partners, including claims and underwriting teams, in identifying underwriting and coverage issues, as well as implementation of best practices from a risk management standpoint
  • John also has extensive experience in appellate practice, previously serving as a lead appellate attorney in Miami

Practice Areas Explained

John Joseph Cavo's Areas of Practice

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

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Government & Administrative Law

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Joseph Cavo

Where is John Joseph Cavo's law office located?
John Joseph Cavo's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Kaufman Dolowich LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Joseph Cavo handle?
John Joseph Cavo focuses on business, litigation, government, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John Joseph Cavo practiced law?
John Joseph Cavo has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did John Joseph Cavo go to law school?
John Joseph Cavo earned their education at (St. Thomas, 2000); (—).
How can I contact John Joseph Cavo for a consultation?
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Education

St. Thomas
St. Thomas University School of Law
- 2000
State University of New York at Oswego B.A. 1996 Member, Dean's List State University of New York at Oswego B.A. 1996 Member, Dean's List
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2002

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