WEST CHESTER, PA — Unruh Turner Burke & Frees has announced that their esteemed partner, Attorney Ryan M. Jennings, has been appointed Chair of the Chester County Bar Association’s Young Lawyers’ Division (YLD) for 2024.
Jennings, a lifelong resident of Chester County, is poised to lead the YLD in initiatives that will advance the professional development of its younger members. His new role also includes promoting camaraderie and community engagement within the legal profession. The YLD plays a crucial role in nurturing the interests of emerging legal professionals by offering educational and service programs designed to encourage networking, socialization, and active participation in the broader activities of the Chester County Bar Association.
With a practice focusing on Zoning & Land Use, Land Development, and Municipal law, Jennings brings a wealth of legal expertise to his new leadership position. His broad range of experience and volunteerism bridges the gap between the local legal community and the Chester County community at large.
Jennings’ commitment to excellence has earned him recognition as a Main Line Today “Top Lawyer” in Municipal Law and inclusion in the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers “Rising Star” list for Land Use & Zoning law. He has also been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® for Land Use and Zoning law and the Daily Local News “Top Lawyer of Chester County” for the practice areas: Government; Real Estate; and Appellate Law.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Jennings recently earned the distinction of being named a “VISTA Millennial Superstar.” This recent recognition by Vista Today celebrates Jennings’ contributions to breaking down barriers, exceeding expectations, and enhancing the quality of life in Chester County for professionals under the age of 40.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Jennings dedicates much of his free time to community involvement and volunteering. He serves on the Chester County Bar Association’s Board of Directors and was recently appointed to the Board of Directors of the Transportation Management Association of Chester County.
Unruh Turner Burke & Frees, a law firm with 22 attorneys and offices in West Chester and Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, is dedicated to providing clients with the highest quality legal representation and service. Their clientele ranges from individuals and entrepreneurs to major corporations and includes governmental entities, financial institutions, and non-profit organizations. The firm advises on a wide range of areas including business and tax law; commercial and real estate transactions and related litigation; wealth preservation, estate, and trust planning and administration; family law; criminal defense; labor and employment law; municipal and school law; and zoning and land use.
Jennings’ appointment as Chair of the YLD is a testament to his wealth of experience, commitment to excellence, and passion for community engagement. His leadership will undoubtedly contribute significantly to the continued growth and development of young lawyers in Chester County.
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