Phelps Appoints Dennis Blunt Vice-Managing Partner of Baton Rouge Office
BATON ROUGE, La. — April 21, 2022 — Phelps is pleased to announce Dennis Blunt, a partner in the firm’s Litigation group, has been named the Baton Rouge office’s Vice-Managing Partner. This new position is a key leadership role for the firm. Dennis will lead initiatives that expand the firm’s relationships with policymakers, industry leaders, nonprofits and other community influencers.
“Dennis’ role is essential as Phelps continues its investment in Baton Rouge’s economic growth,” said Ragan Richard, managing partner of the Baton Rouge office. “His civic experience and commitment to public service will help us build on what makes so many in our firm glad to call Baton Rouge home.”
Dennis has a long history of directing projects and working with community partners to revitalize the Baton Rouge area. He currently serves in leadership roles with the Baton Rouge Area Chamber, Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana, Capital Area Finance Authority and 100 Black Men of Metro Baton Rouge.
“We have always recognized that communities are strengthened when they have a thriving ecosystem of businesses, nonprofits and government agencies working in concert to spur inclusive economic growth and improve our quality of life,” Dennis said. “I am tremendously honored to serve in this new position in our firm to ensure that Phelps continues to play an active role in attracting talent and growth opportunities to our region.”
Through his community work, legal practice and teaching career, Dennis has developed a strong track record of bringing out the best in people and helping them work together toward a common goal. Phelps’ Baton Rouge office will benefit greatly from his skill at finding creative ways to address the city’s challenges and capitalize on opportunities for growth.
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