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Ivan Almonte is a member of the Trial & Defense practice group. Ivan has previous experience at an insurance defense firm in downtown Manhattan where he defended commercial property owners in premise liability, general liability, and construction accident cases. He has represented clients in all phases of litigation, with a particular emphasis in early investigation and early resolution.
During his time at St. John’s Law, Ivan was a member of the Moot Court Honor Society and served as Executive Research Editor and Diversity Committee Chair of the New York International Law Review. Ivan was also the Managing Fellow of St. John’s Writing Center, a teaching assistant, and an Academic Tutor for over 10 doctrinal classes. Lastly, Ivan also served as a Student Advocate for St. John’s Defense and Advocacy Clinic and St. John’s Tenants’ Rights Advocacy Clinic, where he represented indigent residents of Queens in Queens Criminal Court and in Housing Court, respectively. Notably, Ivan has had an interest in the law since he majored in legal studies in high school. He earned his undergraduate degree in Legal Studies from St. John’s University.
When not practicing law, Ivan enjoys spending his time watching professional basketball and football.
Admissions
Education
- J.D., St. John’s University School of Law, 2023
- B.S., summa cum laude, St. John’s University, 2020
Experience
Publications
- “No Time to Be Picky: The Problem of Cyberattacks Requires Collaboration, Teamwork, and Ample Alternatives,” New York International Law Review, Spring 2023
- “Guilty Before Proven Innocent,” The Legal Apprentice, January 2020
