Atty. Dean P. Cazenave

Atty. Dean P. Cazenave

Dean Cazenave is a corporate, business, and real estate attorney with more than three decades of experience advising clients on complex legal transactions. Based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, he represents businesses and individuals across a wide range of finance, commercial real estate, and corporate matters at Kean Miller .

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About Dean P. Cazenave at a glance

Dean P. Cazenave is a m&a attorney based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practicing at Kean Miller. Admitted to practice in Texas, State Bar of Texas and Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association. Educated at Loyola University New Orleans (J.D., 1991) and Louisiana Tech University (B.S., 1987). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026), Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Baton Rouge) (2024), and Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Baton Rouge) (2018). Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Dean Cazenave is a corporate, business, and real estate attorney with more than three decades of experience advising clients on complex legal transactions
  • Based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, he represents businesses and individuals across a wide range of finance, commercial real estate, and corporate matters at Kean Miller
  • His practice includes Mergers and Acquisitions Law, with a focus on structuring, negotiating, and closing transactions that align with his clients’ business objectives
  • Dean regularly advises on the purchase and sale of businesses, asset and equity transactions, joint ventures, buy-outs, and private placements
  • His work also includes drafting and negotiating general commercial contracts, including license agreements, employment agreements, supply agreements, and strategic alliance agreements
  • Known for his careful and methodical approach, Dean helps clients navigate the legal, financial, and operational considerations involved in selling or acquiring assets or businesses, with attention to managing risk and supporting informed decision-making throughout each stage of the transaction

Practice Areas Explained

Dean P. Cazenave's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Dean P. Cazenave handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Dean P. Cazenave

Where is Dean P. Cazenave's law office located?
Dean P. Cazenave's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The firm is Kean Miller. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Dean P. Cazenave handle?
Dean P. Cazenave focuses on m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
Where did Dean P. Cazenave go to law school?
Dean P. Cazenave earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1987).
How can I contact Dean P. Cazenave for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Dean P. Cazenave received?
Dean P. Cazenave's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law; Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Baton Rouge); Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Baton Rouge); Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Baton Rouge); Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Baton Rouge).

Education

J.D.
Loyola University New Orleans
- 1991
B.S.
Louisiana Tech University
- 1987

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Baton Rouge)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Baton Rouge)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Baton Rouge)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Baton Rouge)
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Texas, State Bar of Texas
Louisiana, Louisiana State Bar Association

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