The ongoing fallout from the Legacy Pools case, which has left over 600 homeowners in Florida financially and emotionally devastated, has taken another alarming turn. New allegations have surfaced that, if proven, point to serious legal and systemic failures that could have deepened the suffering of victims.
A law firm, Dean Mead, is facing serious allegations from individuals involved in the case. It is claimed that the firm initially represented plaintiffs pursuing justice against Legacy Pools but later switched to defend the accused parties—an action that, if true, could raise ethical concerns about conflicts of interest. These claims further suggest that confidential information from the original representation may have been used to benefit their new clients, Elevation Church and associated parties.
While these allegations have not yet been proven in court, they highlight concerns from victims who feel their trust was betrayed. The most controversial aspect appears to be the negotiation of a “Bar Order,” allegedly designed to shield Elevation Church from further litigation. Critics argue that the $150,000 settlement agreed upon in this order is grossly inadequate given the scale of the reported damages.
Victims have expressed frustration over what they perceive as a lack of adequate support from state agencies and institutions. They report that attempts to file complaints with regulatory bodies such as the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) were met with confidentiality roadblocks, making it difficult to get updates or ensure proper investigation. Additionally, many have stated that law enforcement dismissed their concerns as civil matters, leaving them with limited avenues for redress.
