About Jonathan
Jonathan S. Dean is an attorney based in Ocala, Florida, with over 34 years of knowledge that specialize in business law, property planning, and real estate law. As the managing partner at Dean & Dean, LLP, a company he co-founded with his wife, Susan Dean, he has based a reputation for delivering powerful legal solutions. The company operates from 230 NE twenty fifth Avenue, Suite 100, Ocala, FL 34470, where it serves clients. Mr. Dean earned his law degree from Western Michigan University Thomas M — Cooley Law School in 1987. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Arts in Communications at Michigan State University in 1982.
His professional legal career commenced when he used to be licensed to the Florida Bar on October 5, 1987. Since that date, he has maintained an active license, reflecting his commitment to the legal profession and his clients. Throughout his profession, Mr. Dean has held numerous meaningful positions that have enhanced his expertise and impact in the legal network. From 1998 to 2016, he served as General Counsel for the Marion County Hospital District, providing legal guidance on a number of healthcare-related things. Additionally, he was Chairman of the Board and a board member for Florida Citizen’s Bank from 1999 to 2015, where he contributed to the bank's strategic direction and governance. His involvement with the Central Florida College Foundation as General Counsel and board member in addition indicates his commitment to education and community service.
In his legal practice, Mr. Dean has been lead counsel in numerous cases, achieving favorable results for clients that consist of resolutions and judgments totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars. His company, along with its title agency, Advantage Title, LLC, has controlled and supervised over a billion greenbacks in real estate transactions. This knowledge gave him a knowing of the complexities concerned in real estate law and transactions. Active in the legal network, Mr. Dean is a member of the Florida Bar and participates in a number of expert associations. His commitment to community service is evident through his involvement with the Ocala Rotary Club and his position as Stewardship Chairman at St.
John Lutheran Church. Outside of his expert life, Mr. Dean enjoys raising Angus cattle with his brother, former Marion County Sheriff Ed Dean. He additionally has a focal point on thoroughbred horse racing, fishing, and gambling golfing, which reflects his numerous pursuits and commitment to both his profession and personal life.
