Unruh Turner Burke & Frees is proud to announce that Donald C. Turner has been named the Best Lawyers® 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” in Real Estate Law for the Philadelphia region. This prestigious honor is a testament to Don’s legal experience, and the significant impact he has made in the field of real estate law.
Recognized by his peers through the rigorous Purely Peer Review® process that Best Lawyers® is known for, Don stands out among the legal community as a leader in his field. The “Lawyer of the Year” accolade is awarded to only one attorney in each practice area and metropolitan region, making this recognition even more distinguished.
Don is a founding member of Unruh Turner Burke & Frees, with decades of legal experience in Chester County. He represents small to medium-sized businesses, real estate owners, developers, and builders in a wide range of real estate transactions, zoning, and commercial litigation matters. Known for his creative and practical approach to both law and business, Don excels in resolving complex business, contractual, and real estate disputes, including high-stakes negotiations and corporate dissolutions. Don’s leadership extends beyond the firm as the founding President of Commercial Dispute Solutions, a non-profit providing mediation and arbitration services. His numerous accolades, including being named a “Top Lawyer” by Main Line Today magazine and receiving an “AV” rating from Martindale-Hubbell, further underscore his outstanding contributions to the legal field.
In addition to his recognition as “Lawyer of the Year,” Don was also included in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® along with 14 other Unruh Turner Burke & Frees lawyers. Don is recognized for his work in Corporate Law, Real Estate Law, and Litigation – Construction. His continued excellence in the legal profession reflects the high standards of Unruh Turner Burke & Frees and our commitment to providing top-tier legal services to our clients.
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