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John Deans Named One of Hartford’s Top Attorneys

Glastonbury, CT, May 9, 2011—John Deans was named one of the Hartford area’s top attorneys by Hartford Magazine in its April issue. Based on a nationally known peer-rating system, the selection placed Deans in the top 8% of attorneys nationally. 

His peers in the Hartford area said that what sets Deans apart is his specialized knowledge about wills, probate, real estate, and small business. Of equal importance, they said, is his friendly, reassuring style that is solution oriented rather than confrontational. Clients report that his sense of humor is also a valuable asset, making them feel comfortable in otherwise stressful situations such as real estate closings. Says Deans, “I think it’s important to help clients relax and know that a legal action doesn’t have to be scary. Although we have specialized knowledge, attorneys are people, too, and should be accessible to their clients on a personal level.”

His firm, Collins, Deans & Melocowsky, is a full-service law firm providing services in personal injury, divorce, criminal, and juvenile matters. Deans’ practice focuses on real estate, wills, probate, and small business. He also represents commercial lenders in their secured loan transactions, small business owners in setting up their companies, and real estate investors. Deans also drafts customized wills and trusts, settles Estates, and handles other Probate matters such as conservatorships.  

When asked the secret of his success, Deans responded without hesitation, “I am backed up by the finest paralegals around. I’m honored to be named a top attorney in the Hartford area, especially since the award stems from the comments of my peers. But I don’t work in a vacuum—I have to acknowledge the assistance I receive from my partners and administrative staff. It’s really a team effort.”

Deans has served as Counsel for the Glastonbury Chamber of Commerce for 10 years, served on the Board of the Glastonbury Education Foundation for three years, is past Chairman of the Board of Managers of the Glastonbury YMCA, and past Secretary and Member of the Board of Directors of the Exchange Club of Glastonbury. 

Deans lives in South Glastonbury and networks with other Glastonbury area businesses through the Chamber and other networking groups. When he’s not helping clients with their legal issues, he might be found playing golf at Blackledge Country Club, reading mystery novels, or dining with friends.

Read the Hartford Magazine online article at:
http://www.cdmlegal.com/articles/jdeans4-1-11.pdf