Dean Mead announced the addition of Cari Roth to its Tallahassee government relations, lobbying, and administrative law practice group. Roth has nearly 30 years legal and legislative experience, and is well known throughout the state for her knowledge of environmental issues, land use law and lobbying.
Previously, Roth served as general counsel and assistant secretary of the Florida Department of Community Affairs. She currently chairs the State’s Environmental Regulation Commission by the governor’s appointment.
“Cari is a recognized leader in government relations and environmental and land use law which makes her an excellent addition to our firm,” said Dean Mead President Marc Chapman. “She brings with her a wealth of experience and insight, which will complement the talents of our exemplary team.”
Named one of the state’s Legal Elite by Florida Trend magazine and other publications, Roth is also an “AV Preeminent” rated lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell.
Roth joins Dean Mead after 11 years with Bryant Miller Olive in Tallahassee, where she was a shareholder. There she represented Jacksonville Electric Authority, Stetson University, and Charlotte and Sarasota counties.