UNRUH TURNER BURKE & FREES is pleased to announce the appointment of Attorney Ryan M. Jennings as the Chair of the Chester County Bar Association’s Young Lawyers’ Division (YLD) for 2024. In his new role, Ryan will spearhead initiatives that advance the professional development of younger members, while promoting camaraderie and community engagement within the legal profession.
The Young Lawyers’ Division plays a pivotal role in fostering the interests of emerging legal professionals by offering educational and service programs. These activities are designed to encourage networking, socialization, and active participation in the broader activities of the Chester County Bar Association.
A Partner at UNRUH TURNER BURKE & FREES, Ryan Jennings brings a wealth of legal expertise to his new leadership position. While his practice focuses on Zoning & Land Use, Land Development, and Municipal law, Ryan has a broad range of experience and volunteerism that bridges the gap between the local legal community and the Chester County community at-large.
Ryan’s 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, Ryan recently earned the distinction of being named a “VISTA Millennial Superstar.” This recent recognition by Vista Today celebrates Ryan’s 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, Ryan, a lifelong resident of Chester County, dedicates much of his free time to community involvement and volunteering. Ryan continues to demonstrate his commitment to the local community, serving on the Chester County Bar Association’s Board of Directors. He was also recently appointed to the Board of Directors of the Transportation Management Association of Chester County.
Ryan’s wealth of experience, commitment to excellence, and passion for community engagement make him an exemplary choice for his new role as Chairman of the YLD.
About UTBF
Unruh Turner Burke & Frees has 22 attorneys and offices in West Chester and Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. The firm is dedicated to providing clients with the highest quality legal representation and service that they require to succeed in today’s sophisticated and competitive regulatory and business environment and in their personallives. Clients range from individuals and entrepreneurs to major corporations and include governmental entities, financial institutions, and non-profit organizations. The firm advises on business and tax law; commercial and real estate transactions and related litigation; business and creditors’ rights 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.
