(PHILADELPHIA, February 12, 2026) Saul Ewing announced today that Jason M. St. John has been re-elected to a second four-year term as the firm’s Managing Partner. In this role, Jason will continue to guide the Firm’s strategic focus, growth and operations, as well as enhance business development and direct activities through its 18 offices across the United States. Additionally, Kelly B. Enache has been elevated to the position of Chief Operating Officer. She will lead all business operations of the firm and serve as its primary strategic integrator across functions, leaders, and major initiatives, and oversee the firm’s Chief executive team.
“Over the past four years, our firm has experienced thoughtful strategic growth, becoming a true national law firm with the wonderful and growing additions of our Los Angeles and Orange County offices. We've deepened our capabilities and strengthened our roster of talented top tier outstanding attorneys across our footprint. We've built a strong operations team with new leaders who bring vision and expertise,” said Jason. “As we look ahead, Saul Ewing will continue strengthening its position as a firm where innovation fuels our work, where our people thrive, and where our clients know they have a trusted partner in every challenge and every opportunity. We will continue to invest in our people, expand opportunities for growth, and strengthen our culture in ways that support exceptional client service and long‑term success. These investments—combined with our disciplined, focused approach to expansion - position us to continue enhancing the value we deliver to our clients and the growth of our firm.”
As Managing Partner, Jason’s priorities include investing in the continued expansion of the firm’s existing offices, the opening of new offices where it strengthens our national platform, and building on the firm’s long‑standing commitments to client service, pro bono and community engagement, and professional development. He will also continue to champion innovation and the strategic use of technology as the legal industry evolves at a rapid pace. Jason emphasized that the firm will continue to invest in its people and enhance mentorship and training opportunities to ensure opportunity and growth for all. Jason serves on several prominent boards, including Chair of the Baltimore County Judicial Nominating Commission; Member of the Board of Directors, Greater Baltimore Committee, Immediate Past Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore, Secretary of the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law Board of Visitors; and a Member of the Board of LCLD. He was previously an adjunct professor at the University of Maryland Frances King Carey School of Law, where he taught courses in pre-trial civil litigation and appellate advocacy.
With respect to her new role, Kelly said, “I am truly excited to step into the role of Chief Operating Officer at such an important moment for the firm. I’m thrilled to partner with Jason as he begins his second term and to work alongside our exceptional team of Chiefs to further strengthen cross functional collaboration across the firm. Coming from a client development background, my vision is to bring a fresh perspective to operations—one that tightly aligns our internal platforms, processes, and people with how our attorneys and business professionals serve clients—so we enable the highest level of efficiency, effectiveness, and impact in everything we do.” Jason added, “Kelly is passionate about fostering collaboration across all functional areas to drive the execution of strategic goals, leveraging diverse perspectives, and combining strengths to directly impact the way we operate, innovate, and deliver value to our clients. Her leadership will be instrumental in unifying our business operations with the firm’s long-term strategic vision.”
Jason earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland, College Park, his J.D. from University of Maryland, Baltimore, and an MBA from the University of Baltimore Merrick School of Business. Kelly graduated magna cum laude from Stockton University, and earned her J.D. from Rutgers Law School.
About Saul Ewing LLP
Saul Ewing LLP is a full-service, national law firm with more than 450 attorneys and a team of top-notch business professionals, all working together to deliver practical, proactive advice and excellent client service. Our diversity of thought, focus on innovation, cross-serving practices, and culture of coaching create a collegial and supportive environment that inspires us to deliver inspired solutions. This is what we call The Saul Approach.
