Six Ruden McClosky recognized as “Leaders in their Field” in Chambers USA 2009.

Congratulations to the following attorneys on their recognitions in Chambers USA 2009, as follows:

Donald McClosky	Recommended as a "Leader in their Field- Real Estate: Zoning/ Land Use"
Dennis Mele	Recommended as a "Leader in their Field - Real Estate: Zoning/ Land Use"
Stephen Siegel	Recommended as a "Leader in their Field - Healthcare"
Mary Smallwood	Recommended as a "Leader in their Field - Environment"
Barry Somerstein	Recommended as a "Leader in their Field -  Real Estate"
Lee Worsham	Recommended as a "Leader in their Field  - Environment"

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