John E. Wickman, Esq.
Board Certified Real Estate Law Expert | Florida Bar Member Since 1995
Elite Distinction
Board Certified in Real Estate Law since 2015-placing him among less than 0.5% of all attorneys licensed in Florida. This elite certification recognizes specialized expertise and unwavering commitment to excellence in real estate law.
Professional Journey
Before law, John gained valuable business experience with Xerox Corporation and California Federal Savings & Loan, then successfully owned three retail businesses. This diverse background brings unique insight to real estate transactions.
Education Excellence
Graduated Magna Cum Laude, 4th in his class from Stetson University College of Law (1994). Previously earned a Cum Laude Marketing degree from USF (1985). Academic excellence translates to meticulous legal work.
Community Leadership
Extensive community involvement: Head Start Policy Council chairman, Junior Achievement director, church elder, Manatee County Bar Association director, Leadership Manatee graduate (2000), and active Abundant Life Church member.
Complete Biography
John E. Wickman has been a Florida lawyer since 1995 and was certified by the Florida Bar as an expert in real estate law in 2015. This Board Certification distinction places him among less than 0.5% of all attorneys licensed in Florida-an elite recognition of his specialized expertise and commitment to excellence in real estate law.
Originally from Iowa and Michigan, Mr. Wickman has been a Florida resident since 1983. He graduated Cum Laude with a degree in Marketing from the University of South Florida in 1985. Before entering law school, he gained valuable business experience with Xerox Corporation as a marketing representative and California Federal Savings & Loan as a residential loan officer. He also successfully owned and operated three men's formal wear stores in Bradenton from 1988 to 1992.
Mr. Wickman earned his Juris Doctor degree from Stetson University College of Law in December 1994, graduating Magna Cum Laude, fourth in his class. He has been engaged in the transactional practice of business and real estate law since 1995, and was also a Florida licensed residential mortgage loan originator from 2002 to 2012, providing him with unique insight into the financing side of real estate transactions.
Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Wickman has been deeply involved in the Sarasota and Manatee County communities, serving as chairman of the Bradenton area Head Start Policy Council, director of Manatee County Junior Achievement, Elder and finance committee chairman for the First Presbyterian Church of Bradenton, director and past secretary of the Manatee County Bar Association, and membership chairman of the South Manatee SERTOMA Club. He is a 2000 graduate of Leadership Manatee and has been an active member of Abundant Life Church in Sarasota for many years.
After practicing both individually and with firms ranging from 2 to 12 lawyers in Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, and Sarasota for twenty-five years, Mr. Wickman launched Wickman Law Group PLLC in downtown Sarasota in 2021. In late 2025, he founded Closing Pros LLC to focus primarily on residential and commercial real estate transactions, bringing three decades of legal expertise and board-certified specialization to every closing.
Our Professional Team
Dedicated professionals supporting every aspect of your closing experience.
Janet Wickman
Real Estate Paralegal
Janet Wickman is a real estate paralegal with Closing Pros LLC with over 24 years of industry experience, supporting real estate transactions through the preparation of legal documents, property record research, and the coordination of timelines for closings, inspections, and contingencies. She works closely with Buyers and Sellers, as well as attorneys, lenders, and real estate agents to help ensure efficient and accurate transaction processes.
Janet holds a Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems from the University of South Florida and completed Six Sigma Green Belt training, with professional interests in 8D Problem Solving, and Statistical Process Control (SPC) and is accomplished with Excel. This training made Janet better at problem solving, analytical thinking, leading improvement efforts, and document processes and procedures. Janet is a former member of Women's Council of Realtors making Janet well-connected with serious professionals. She is also a Toastmasters veteran making her comfortable speaking, presenting and negotiating.
Outside of work, Janet enjoys hiking, cycling, and staying active through regular workouts. Janet also enjoys spending time with her family and Church.
Christina Johnson
Licensed Real Estate Title Agent
Christina is a lifelong local with an intimate understanding of the market and the nuances that make this community home. A licensed real estate title agent with over a decade of industry experience, she is recognized for her meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to excellence. Christina delivers a seamless closing experience through precise execution, proactive communication, and a steadfast focus on accuracy, giving clients confidence and peace of mind at every stage of the transaction.
Dawn Parker
Real Estate Paralegal
Morgan Long
Senior Real Estate Processor
Juanita Cedillo
Bilingual Office Manager
Julieth Russo
Real Estate Processor
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