
Dean M Freitag, Business Attorney in Miami, Florida
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Real Estate · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatAkerman LLP
Miami, FL
Practicing business in Miami since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Dean M Freitag is a shareholder based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate. Dean has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akerman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Miami, FL
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Business · Real Estate
- Handles Business and Real Estate matters from Miami, FL.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Dean M Freitag: Dean M Freitag is a shareholder based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate. Dean has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akerman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Dean's practice areas in Miami
Dean concentrates on business and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dean handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Miami, Florida
Dean takes business matters in Miami, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dean agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Miami, Florida
Dean takes real estate matters in Miami, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Dean agrees to represent you.
Biography
Dean M Freitag, business attorney serving Miami
Dean M Freitag is a shareholder based in Miami, FL. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate. Dean has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akerman LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Dean works from Miami, Florida and takes on business matters across the region.
Mr. Dean M Freitag is a lawyer practicing corporate, banking, business law and 2 other areas of law. Dean received a B.B.A. degree from Univ. of Miami in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Dean practices at Akerman LLP in Miami, FL.
How Dean handles business matters
Mr. Dean M Freitag is a lawyer practicing corporate, banking, business law and 2 other areas of law. Dean received a B.B.A. degree from Univ. of Miami in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Dean practices at Akerman LLP in Miami, FL.
Who Dean represents
Dean reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and real estate matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Dean studied and practices
Univ. of Miami
J.D. · 1980
Univ. of Miami
B.B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Dean's state bar admissions
Florida
1980 · ACTIVE
Dean studied at J.D. in Univ. of Miami and B.B.A. in Univ. of Miami.
Law school and academic background
Dean completed J.D. in Univ. of Miami and B.B.A. in Univ. of Miami. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dean runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Dean's legal honors and published work
Dean has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Dean M Freitag's office in Miami
Dean's primary office is at Three Brickell City Ctr., 98 Southeast Seventh St., Ste. 1100, Miami, FL, 33131. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Akerman LLP
Three Brickell City Ctr., 98 Southeast Seventh St., Ste. 1100
Miami, FL 33131
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Client reviews of Dean M Freitag — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Dean M Freitag — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dean usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dean charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dean's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Dean will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Miami, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Dean
Dean discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Dean confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dean's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dean M Freitag
How much does it cost to hire Dean for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dean walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dean offer a free consultation?
Dean charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dean's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Dean's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Florida typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Dean gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dean take my case if I'm outside Miami?
Dean is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dean will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Dean?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Dean will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dean accepting new business clients right now?
Dean's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Miami, Tampa and Orlando in Florida
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