Alexander W. Dean

About Alexander W. Dean

I am Communications Manager at Lippes Mathias LLP, the largest Buffalo-based corporate law firm with more than 220 attorneys across 17 markets nationwide. I joined the firm in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic and was promoted to Communications Manager in April 2024.In my role, I serve as the firm’s primary media contact and have earned the trust of reporters across New York State and Florida. I also lead internal communications and am well-versed in executive communications, working closely with firm leadership to craft messaging that reflects the firm’s brand and culture.I lead the firm’s cross-platform organic and paid social media presence, helping grow our LinkedIn following by more than and driving triple-digit percentage increases in impressions, engagements, and shares. Since 2023, I have assisted in planning and executing four integrated marketing campaigns tied to combinations between Lippes Mathias and other firms nationwide. In 2021, I helped execute a full-firm brand refresh that modernized our name, introduced a new logo, and rolled out updated signage and branding.I am also an accomplished nomination writer. My submissions have earned two Best-in-Show Excalibur Awards in 2022 and 2023, the highest honor from PRSA Buffalo Niagara. I have also written award nominations for our attorneys that have resulted in numerous legal industry and professional recognitions from organizations and publications across the country.

Experience

1. Communications Manager

   Lippes Mathias LLP

   Apr 2024 — Present · Buffalo, NY, US

Education

• Avon Central High School

  High School Diploma

• SUNY Brockport

  Bachelor's degree, Dual Major in Journalism & Broadcasting (Concentration in Public Relations) // International Studies

  2015 — 2019