$ 275-325 per hour
About Denise
Biography
I have experience in counseling small and large business and entrepreneurial clients with respect to various business issues, contract drafting, financing, real estate, and structuring, negotiation and closing complex acquisitions and divestitures. I have also developed a specialized practice in trademarks, copyrights and technology law, including software, Internet, and e-mail issues.
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Fun Facts: I enjoy speaking engagements and networking. I am a Past President of the Board of Directors for the Women's Referral Network of Chester County which is an organization of over 250 professional women whose purpose is to work together to build each others businesses. In 2010 I was honored by being named a Top Lawyer by Main Line Today magazine, a Lawyer on the Fast Track by the Pennsylvania Legal Intelligencer (a legal publication for lawyers) and a Superlawyer-Rising Star in Superlawyers Magazine and Philadelphia Magazine.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in New Jersey for 25 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 25 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Location
Unruh, Turner, Burke & Frees
17 W. Gay St., West Chester, PA, 19381
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Posted by Linda | August 19, 2008 | Business
Linda S. Jassmond
Denise helped me with my LLC and in other areas of my business. She always got back to me almost immediately via phone or email. Denise knew what questions to ask and what to do. I was confident in her expertise and knew I was in good hands. Denise is an amazing lawyer and I'd highly recommend he...
Denise Cingle Werkley's Lawyer Endorsements
"I highly recommend Denise! I have referred clients to her on numerous occasions and she has handled all the matters flawlessly. Denise is involved in the community and committed to her clients!"
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"I have known Denise for many years and used to practice will her. Denise is a experienced and skilled Business attorney. I highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Denise has always impressed me not just with her knowledge of the law and competency, but also with her confidence, approachability and ability to speak to legal issues in plain english. She has a great work ethic and a head for business."
"Denise is smart, has a firm understanding of her practice areas, understands her clients' needs and knows how to get things done. She is highly regarded in the local legal community."
Daniel Hanifin
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2014
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2012
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2010
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2010
Top Lawyer, Main Line Today Magazine
2010
Lawyers on the Fast Track, Pennsylvania Legal Intelligencer
2009
Business Woman of the Year, Women's Referral Network of Chester County
2003
Chester County Leadership Connection, United Way/Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Partner, Unruh Turner Burke & Frees PC
2000 - 2005
Associate, MacElree Harvey, Ltd.
1999 - 1999
Summer Associate, McQuaide, Blasko, Schwartz, Fleming & Faulkner, Inc.
Associations
2011 - Present
Chester County Chamber of Business and IndustryChair, Women in Business
2010 - Present
Chester County Chamber of Business and IndustryMember, Women in Business Committee
2009 - Present
Chester County Bar Association, Business Law SectionMember
2000 - Present
Chester County Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2010 - 2010
Greater West Chester Chamber of CommerceMember, Future Leaders of West Chester
2006 - 2008
Women's Referral Network of Chester CountyPresident
2005 - 2006
Women's Referral Network of Chester CountyPresident-Elect
2003 - 2005
Women's Referral Network of Chester CountyVice President
2001 - 2002
YWCA of Greater West ChesterVice President
Education
2000
Villanova University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1996
Pennsylvania State University, University Park (main campus)
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
Business Workshop
Starting a Business
2010
WRN Business Expo
Business Relationships
2010
CareerCure
Business Basics
2008
Stopping Litigation Before It Starts--Home Builders Seminar
New Home Construction Issues
2008
PAR New Home Specialist Certification Course
Legal Aspects of New Home Construction
2005
Community Professor
How to Form a Non-Profit
2004
WRN Luncheon
Business Issues When Hiring
2003
Is Your Technology Putting Your Business At Risk
Business and Technology Issues
Publications
2010
www.utbf.com blog
Sprinklers Required in PA Homes
2009
www.utbf.com blog
Business Name Registration
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides