Atty. James Joseph Dean

Atty. James Joseph Dean

James Joseph Dean is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, disabilities, education law and 6 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years.

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Profile Summary

About James Joseph Dean at a glance

James Joseph Dean is a Shareholder based in Tallahassee, Florida, practicing at Messer Caparello, P.A.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, ssd, litigation, education, and government. Admitted to practice in Florida (1989) and U.S. District Court, Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Florida, U.S. Court of Appeals, Elev (1989). Educated at Florida State University (J.D., 1989) and University of South Florida (B.A., 1985). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of - The Florida Bar, Labor and Employment Law Section - Federal Bar Association - American Bar Association - Tallahassee Bar Association - Delegate to U, S, and Eleventh Circuit Judicial Conference (2002 and 2004) - Christian Legal Society. Serands clients in Tallahassee, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James Joseph Dean is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, disabilities, education law and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of South Florida in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • James practices at Messer Caparello, P.A. in Tallahassee, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Joseph Dean's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Joseph 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.

James Joseph Dean is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Florida →

Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

James Joseph Dean is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Florida →

Civil Litigation

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

James Joseph Dean is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

James Joseph Dean is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Florida →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

James Joseph Dean is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Joseph Dean

Where is James Joseph Dean's law office located?
James Joseph Dean's law practice is located in Tallahassee, Florida. The firm is Messer Caparello, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Joseph Dean handle?
James Joseph Dean focuses on employment, ssd, litigation, education, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Joseph Dean practiced law?
James Joseph Dean has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did James Joseph Dean go to law school?
James Joseph Dean earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact James Joseph Dean for a consultation?
You can contact James Joseph 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 James Joseph Dean received?
James Joseph Dean's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Florida State University
- 1989
B.A.
University of South Florida
- 1985

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Northern, Middle and Southern Districts of Florida, U.S. Court of Appeals, Elev
Admitted: 1989

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