Atty. Kenneth R. Werner

Atty. Kenneth R. Werner

Kenneth R. Werner attended Yale University where he received a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, in 1967.

West Chester West Chester 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Kenneth R. Werner at a glance

Kenneth R. Werner is a Senior Partner based in West Chester, Pennsylvania, practicing at Werner & Wood. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on formation, residential, wills, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1973), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1981), U.S. Supreme Court (1984), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1992). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D. Villanova, 1973) and Yale University (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Chester County Bar Association Pennsylvania Bar Association. Serands clients in West Chester, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Kenneth R. Werner attended Yale University where he received a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, in 1967
  • He received his Juris Doctor from the University of Pennsylvania in 1973 and his L.L.M. in Taxation from Villanova University School of Law in 1983
  • His practice generally emphasizes all aspects of wills and estate planning, taxation, corporate and business law, and zoning and municipal law
  • Mr. Werner is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, the U.S
  • District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, and all Pennsylvania Trial and Appellate Courts
  • He is a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association, including its Litigation, Municipal, Small Firm and Tax Sections, and the Chester County Bar Association
  • Mr. Werner served honorably with the U.S
  • Army
  • He lives in Exton
  • Mr. Werner has acted as the Solicitor to the Zoning Hearing Boards of Honey Brook Township, Chester County, since 1978, Honey Brook Borough, Chester County, since 1980 and East Nantmeal Township, Chester County, since 1976
  • He also is the Solicitor to the Administrative Appeal Boards for both Honey Brook Township and East Nantmeal Township

Practice Areas Explained

Kenneth R. Werner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kenneth R. Werner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Residential Real Estate

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Wills

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in West Chester are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Kenneth R. Werner

Where is Kenneth R. Werner's law office located?
Kenneth R. Werner's law practice is located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. The firm is Werner & Wood. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kenneth R. Werner handle?
Kenneth R. Werner focuses on formation, residential, wills, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Kenneth R. Werner practiced law?
Kenneth R. Werner has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Kenneth R. Werner go to law school?
Kenneth R. Werner earned their education at (J.D. Villanova, 1973); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Kenneth R. Werner for a consultation?
You can contact Kenneth R. Werner directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Kenneth R. Werner received?
Kenneth R. Werner's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Villanova
University of Pennsylvania
- 1973
B.A.
Yale University
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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