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Dean Michael McGee
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Biography
Dean McGee is a partner at McCabe Coleman Ventosa & Patterson PLLC and head of the civil litigation department.
After graduating first in his class at St. John’s University School of Law, Dean joined the international law firm of Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in its New York City office, where he litigated cases in state and federal court on behalf of Fortune 500 companies in the financial, pharmaceutical, entertainment and hospitality industries. A significant portion of his practice was also dedicated to pro bono work, where he represented a criminal defendant facing federal narcotics charges, secured asylum for clients facing persecution in El Salvador and Sudan, and conducted a trademark violation investigation on behalf of Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders). During his time at Simpson Thacher, Dean took a year off from private practice to serve as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable Judge William H. Pauley III of the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
In 2020, Dean returned home to the Mid-Hudson Valley as an Assistant County Attorney, where he advised leaders of the Ulster County Government regarding litigation, contract negotiation, legislation, real estate transactions, and municipal law.
Dean lives in Kingston, New York with his wife and two children.
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Licensed in New York for 12 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2013
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Law Offices of Dean Michael McGee
42 Catharine Street, Poughkeepsie, NY, 12601
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Posted by C | November 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Thoughtful, balanced and tough.
We hired Dean and his firm in connection with a civil complaint. We felt the complaint was unjustified but had to respond. Dean was immediately responsive - court date was within 72 hours of our call. He reviewed the facts, offered a balanced assessment of our exposure balanced against his costs. He ...
Posted by Megan | January 11, 2021 | Real Estate
Strongly recommend
We were approached by a real estate developer and Dean helped guide us regarding the negotiations and structure of the transaction. He was quick, responsive, and well-prepared.
Posted by Michael | December 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
High Level of professionalism
I was wrongfully threatened by a former employer and Dean successful resolved the case immediately. He has a high level of professionalism, attention to detail, promptness, knowledge and would trust him with any legal matters now or in the future.
Dean Michael McGee's Lawyer Endorsements
"I worked with Dean McGee for four plus years while we were both associates at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett in New York. We also both clerked in the Southern District of New York the same year (but for different judges). Dean is an exceptional lawyer with a profound ability to understand complex legal problems and find unique solutions. Dean’s professionalism and team mentality make him stand out not only as a great lawyer but also a wonderful colleague. I look forward to working with Dean again."
"I met Dean while doing a federal clerkship alongside him, and have known him for many years. Dean has an excellent legal mind and is hard working. He is able to distill complex legal issues into understandable language and is able to view matters practically, providing the best outcome for his clients. I would highly recommend him to any client."
"I worked with Dean McGee for seven years while we were colleagues at Simpson Thacher in New York. I always valued Dean's strong work ethic, attention to detail, and professionalism. More than that, he is a great colleague who always treats his team members--be it fellow attorneys, clients, paralegals, or others--with respect and courtesy. I would welcome the opportunity to work with Dean again."
"Dean is an exceptional and highly regarded attorney, having deep experience, knowledge of the law and high standards for ethics and honesty. I highly endorse and recommend this attorney."
"Dean is a sharp, diligent and careful lawyer with a wealth of experience spanning from high level federal commercial litigation to representation of small rural municipalities. Whatever legal issue you may have, Dean has the skills to provide you with top-notch representation. I strongly endorse Dean."
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Experience
Honors
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Federal Scholars Program, St. John’s University School of Law
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Joseph Kerzner Prize, St. John's University School of Law
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Ned D. Frank Award for Criminal Law, St. John's University School of Law
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Wann Family Foundation Award for Securities Regulation, St. John's University School of Law
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Assistant County Attorney, Ulster County Attorney's Office
2016 - 2019
Associate, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, LLP
2015 - 2016
Judicial Law Clerk, United States District Court, Southern District Of New York
2012 - 2015
Associate, Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
Associations
2011 - 2012
St. John's University Law ReviewResearch and Symposium Editor
Sample of Legal Cases
Hound Partners Offshore Fund, LP v. Valeant Pharm. Int'l, Inc., No. 18CV76(DLC), 2018 WL 1940437, at *2 (S.D.N.Y. Apr. 24, 2018)
Education
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St. John's University School of Law
Speaking Engagements
2019
New Attorney CLE Program
Attorney Client Privilege
Publications
2012
St. John's Law Review
Revolution in the Regulation of Financial Advice (Symposium Editor)
Languages
English