Donald P. Dufresne of Wellington was recently welcomed as a shareholder in the Real Estate and Government Law & Lobbying Practice areas at Becker, a leading multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists and other professionals throughout the United States. He will be based in the West Palm Beach office.
“I look forward to contributing to Becker’s legacy of excellence and working alongside a talented team to continue to serve our clients’ needs,” Dufresne said.
Dufresne has more than three decades of experience in advising both domestic and foreign clients on a broad range of real property matters, including acquisition, development, sale, construction, leasing and financing. He has a particular focus on equine law and matters involving the equestrian industry.
Dufresne is also a certified circuit court mediator and has extensive experience in land use, zoning, code enforcement and other regulatory matters, including real property tax appeals and agricultural tax classifications.
Dufresne’s clientele is diverse, extending to both domestic and international clients. His portfolio includes assisting American buyers and sellers of real property transactions spanning across the Bahamas and Europe.
Dufresne is involved in many community, civic and charitable organizations. He serves on the board of the Palm Beach County Tourist Development Council and is a trustee for both the South Florida Fair and Palm Beach County’s BizPac. He previously served as a member of the Palm Beach County Planning & Zoning Commission, as well as the Palm Beach County Consumer Affairs Hearing Board. He is the former chair of Wellington’s Equestrian Preserve Committee and past president of the Palm Beach County Sports Commission.
“Don’s extensive legal experience and active engagement within our communities make him an excellent addition to Becker,” Managing Shareholder and CEO Gary C. Rosen said.
Real estate law has been a cornerstone of Becker’s practice since its establishment in 1973. The firm’s attorneys have been instrumental in shaping local landscapes, representing developers, business owners and financial institutions across a spectrum of transactions. Becker has also been pivotal in crafting and adapting land use and zoning classifications to support clients’ development projects statewide.
Drawing from expertise in real estate, local governmental law, lobbying and construction law, Becker offers unparalleled counsel for planning, development and construction endeavors. Learn more at www.beckerlawyers.com.
