Kathleen Deegan Dickson Honored with the HIA-LI’s “Those Who Make a Difference” Award

Uniondale, December 14, 2016 — Kathleen Deegan Dickson, Partner at Forchelli, Curto, Deegan, Schwartz, Mineo & Terrana LLP was honored by the Hauppauge Industrial Association of Long Island (HIA) with the ‘Those Who Make a Difference Award’.

Ms. Deegan Dickson, a resident of Glen Cove, was selected because of her leadership in business and in the community. Kathleen Deegan Dickson concentrates her practice in the areas of real estate transactional matters, and, in particular, land use and zoning law. Kathleen has an extensive track record of success with and before municipal boards and agencies on significant projects throughout Long Island. She also has a reputation for effectiveness and integrity in the pre-hearing meetings and outreach to municipal planning staffs and civic groups that are now a must in Long Island’s current development climate. She is former counsel to the City of Glen Cove Planning and Zoning Boards, and currently represents many developers, property owners, corporations and private individuals in all types of matters involving real property transactions, zoning and land use. Currently, she is a member of the Firm’s Marketing Committee, which develops and implements the Firm’s strategic marketing plans. As a female Partner in the Firm, Kathleen has taken an active role in mentoring young women both Associates & Paralegals.

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HIA-LI helps Long Island businesses prosper. For over 30 years, we have been the recognized voice for business on Long Island and a powerful force and economic engine for regional development. We provide a forum for business leaders to network, problem solve and obtain advice on critical issues facing their businesses. Our member companies represent tens of thousands of business professionals. We’re headquartered in and support one of the largest industrial parks in the United States. HIA-LI programs and events promote strategic partnerships, targeted networking, and information sharing and business advocacy. Members benefit from our committees, educational programs, career resources, research capabilities, mentoring opportunities and business advisory services. For more information, visit http://www.HIA-LI.org

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