FTC Non-compete Meets Setback

By Julia Thomas | July 15, 2024

Published: July 15, 2024 On July 3, a Federal court judge ruled against the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) non-compete Rule (the “Rule”), prohibiting most employers from entering into or enforcing non-compete agreements with workers, subject to narrow exceptions. (Click HERE to review details about the Rule.) U.S. District Court Judge Ada E. Brown of the…

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13 Dean Mead Attorneys Recognized as 2024 Super Lawyers

By Julia Thomas | July 11, 2024

Published: July 11, 2024 Orlando, FL) Dean Mead is proud to announce 13 attorneys, representing a cross-section of the firm’s Practice Areas and Industry Groups, have been selected to the 2024 Super Lawyers List. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, recognizes the top attorneys nationwide, across a variety of practice areas and firm sizes, using…

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Attorney Thomas Wert Recipient of The Florida Bar Tony Boggs Excellence in Discipline Award

By Julia Thomas | June 28, 2024

Published: June 28, 2024 (Orlando, FL) During the General Assembly on June 21 at The Florida Bar Annual Convention, attorney Thomas Wert was awarded the Tony Boggs Excellent in Discipline Award. According to The Florida Bar, the award recognizes dedication, integrity, intellectual excellence, and extraordinary work in and on behalf of the lawyer discipline efforts…

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Dean Mead Attorneys Published by Nationally Recognized Real Estate Brokerage Firm

By Julia Thomas | June 21, 2024

Published: June 21, 2024 (Orlando, FL) Published by SVN Saunders Ralston Dantzler Real Estate, “Conservation Easements – Landowner Guide – The Pathways to Conservation” features content written by Dean Mead attorneys Austin Alderman, Stephen R. Looney, Michael D. Minton, and Brian M. Stephens. Addressing legal tax strategies and implications, creation of an easements by donation…

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Conservation Easements – Landowner Guide – The Pathway to Conservation

By Julia Thomas | June 21, 2024

Published: June 21, 2024 Published by SVN Saunders Ralston Dantzler Real Estate, “Conservation Easements – Landowner Guide – The Pathway to Conservation” provides an overview of conservation easements, their benefits, legal considerations, and tax implications. The publication features content authored by Dean Mead attorneys Austin Alderman, Stephen R. Looney, Michael D. Minton, and Brian M….

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Dean Mead Hires Attorney Justin M. Robinson

By Julia Thomas | June 18, 2024

Published: June 18, 2024 (Orlando, FL) Justin Robinson has joined Dean Mead’s Corporate and Tax Department where he will advise clients on a myriad of tax issues, including business sales and purchases, mergers and acquisitions, employee benefits, ESOPs, and charitable giving. “Justin joins Dean Mead having developed foundational experience in tax law,” shares Stephen Looney,…

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Attorneys Brian Stephens & Stephen Looney Speak on Federal and State Tax Consequences of Conservation Easements

By Julia Thomas | June 14, 2024

Published: June 14, 2024 (Orlando, FL) Due to their experience addressing legal matters for conservation easements across Florida, attorneys Brian Stephens and Stephen Looney were invited to speak to SVN Saunders “Rooted in Land Workshop” attendees, representing landowners and industry leaders from throughout the state of Florida. Presenting “Legal Creation & Tax Consequences of Conservation…

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Dean Mead’s Tax Practice Receives Top Ranking by Chambers USA

By Julia Thomas | June 7, 2024

Published: June 7, 2024 (Orlando, FL) Conducting one-on-one interviews with in-house counsel and third-party experts, Chambers USA continues to rank Dean Mead’s Tax Practice with high rankings. Regarded as the world’s leading legal data and analytics provider, Chambers USA has highlighted top lawyers and law firms across the USA for over two decades. Qualities on…

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