Lea Dearing
About Lea Dearing
Lea Dearing is a lawyer based in Atlanta, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2025. Lea Dearing is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Berman Fink Van Horn PC
Education: Texas Wesleyan University, J.D., graduated 2006
Location: Atlanta, GA
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