Atty. Jacob R. Dean

Atty. Jacob R. Dean

Jacob R. Dean is a member of the Labor & Employment Practice in Greenberg Traurig's Atlanta office.

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Profile Summary

About Jacob R. Dean at a glance

Jacob R. Dean is a employment and litigation attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Greenberg Traurig. Educated at Emory University (J.D., 2017). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jacob R. Dean is a member of the Labor & Employment Practice in Greenberg Traurig's Atlanta office
  • Jacob defends employers in litigation involving race, sex, color, disability, and age discrimination and retaliation claims
  • Representing companies in a wide range of industries, Jacob has appeared on behalf of employers in federal and state court, as well as before state boards and commissions
  • His experience includes wage-and-hour investigations and audits under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and defending class and collective wage and hour actions
  • Jacob frequently litigates and counsels clients regarding restrictive covenants and trade secret issues
  • This work includes both pursuing and defending injunctive relief on an expedited basis, as well as representing clients in resolving these issues pre-litigation

Practice Areas Explained

Jacob R. Dean's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Jacob R. Dean is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Georgia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jacob R. Dean

Where is Jacob R. Dean's law office located?
Jacob R. Dean's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Greenberg Traurig. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jacob R. Dean handle?
Jacob R. Dean focuses on employment, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
Where did Jacob R. Dean go to law school?
Jacob R. Dean earned their education at (J.D., 2017).
How can I contact Jacob R. Dean for a consultation?
You can contact Jacob R. Dean directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jacob R. Dean received?
Jacob R. Dean's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment.

Education

J.D.
Emory University
- 2017

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Management
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
- 2026

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