Estate and Succession Planning
Dean Mead’s Estate and Succession Planning Department is one of the largest and most respected groups of estate planning attorneys in Florida. We are frequently…
Dean Mead’s Estate and Succession Planning Department is one of the largest and most respected groups of estate planning attorneys in Florida. We are frequently…
Dean Mead’s Tax Department handles tax planning issues for businesses and individuals. The attorneys in our department have extensive experience in a full range of…
Joseph Percopo is an experienced estate planning attorney who works with a variety of clients spanning from young couples who are just beginning the estate planning process to families who are well-versed in wealth management and preservation. Joe is diligent with his efforts to always stay up to date on the latest estate planning legal…
Read MoreTyler focuses his practice on estate, trust, and wealth preservation planning. He works with clients to successfully transfer wealth and property to their loved ones in the most efficient and lucrative way possible. Tyler handles multiple aspects of estate planning, from preparing revocable and irrevocable trusts and wills to advising and implementing wealth preservation tactics…
Read MoreMichael Roy practices in the firm’s Estate and Succession Planning department where he focuses on estate and trust administration matters and the development of estate plans. He handles the traditional aspects of personal estate planning, including the preparation of revocable trusts, wills, and irrevocable trusts, and works closely with clients to plan for the succession of family businesses and wealth among generations in a tax efficient manner. Mr. Roy also advises clients in the implementation of estate plans following a person’s passing, including related probate and estate tax matters.
His practice extends to charitable organizations, particularly the establishment of tax-exempt status, annual income tax returns, solicitation of contributions registrations, and other charitable organization compliance matters.
Mr. Roy earned his law degree from Quinnipiac University School of Law with a concentration in Tax, where he served as a student practitioner counseling clients at Quinnipiac’s low-income taxpayer clinic. He also served as Treasurer of the Public Interest Law Project, an organization dedicated to raising funds to support law students working in public interest positions. During his time in law school, he earned awards for outstanding legal scholarship, excellence in clinical work and the highest grade in his Estate and Financial Planning course.
Mr. Roy has a Master of Laws degree in Estate Planning from the University of Miami’s Heckerling Graduate Program.
Read MoreWith a career founded in the legal profession, Rebecca leads with a holistic approach to Human Resources Management. She manages each stage of the employee lifecycle, leading conversations with clear and consistent communication. Her work has covered compliance, employee relations, recruitment, establishment of policies and procedures, performance programs and more. At Dean Mead, Rebecca manages…
Read MoreTim Sobczak is a Shareholder in Dean Mead’s Orlando Litigation Department. He focuses his practice in a variety of general civil litigation matters, including contract and business disputes, real estate litigation, landlord and tenant litigation, trusts and estates litigation and construction litigation.
Read MoreBrian Stephens practices in Dean Mead’s Real Estate department. He works with businesses and developers in various aspects of commercial and residential real estate, leasing, financing, land use, title claims and growth management. Prior to joining Dean Mead, Mr. Stephens worked in a commercial real estate brokerage in Martin, St. Lucie and Palm Beach counties where he brokered deals for the sale, purchase, and lease of commercial land and buildings. He effectively negotiated contracts for customers, engaged in extensive due diligence reviews, and helped customers avoid unnecessary land use, zoning, and contract issues.
Read MoreAn attorney with the firm’s Litigation Department, James is a recipient of the Martindale-Hubbell’s highest rating, and has been recognized as a Best Lawyer in America and in Marquis Who’s Who®. His practice is focused on matters involving creditors’ rights and bankruptcy, and commercial litigation. James’ clients include: assignees for the benefit of creditors, receivers,…
Read MoreWith nearly 20 years of experience designing, implementing, and directing initiatives which support consistent internal and external communications, Julia brings a thorough understanding of marketing and business development to the Dean Mead Team. Leveraging her experience serving Fortune 100, national, and regional companies, she serves as the chief marketing strategist for Dean Mead and each…
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