About John Young Brown

John Young Brown III is a attorney and public servant based in Frankfort, Kentucky. He earned his Juris Doctor from the University of Kentucky College of Law in 1992, following a Bachelor of Arts in History and Philosophy from Bellarmine College in 1988. He also holds a Master of Business Administration from Bellarmine College, completed in 2003. Admitted to the Kentucky Bar in 1993, Brown has built a diverse career in both the legal and public sectors. From 1996 to 2004, he served as Kentucky's Secretary of State, overseeing elections and business registrations.

In 2004, he became Vice President of ResCare, focusing on government relations and public affairs. In 2008, he founded JYB3 Group, a public affairs consulting firm based in Frankfort — Brown's firm, JYB3 Group, specializes in connecting businesses with government entities across Kentucky. The firm has been recognized for its rapid growth and was named the Best Very Small Business in the Greater Louisville region in 2015. In addition to his professional endeavors, Brown has been involved in various public service roles. He has served as an agent for multiple organizations, including I CAN Learn, Pathways, Inc., and Level 3 Communications, Inc., as reported by the Kentucky Legislative Ethics Commission.

Brown's legal practice encompasses business law, including contracts, mergers and acquisitions, and public relations. He is a member of the Kentucky State Bar and has been recognized for his contributions to the field. Throughout his career, John Young Brown III has demonstrated a commitment to bridging the gap between business and government, leveraging his legal expertise and public service experience to benefit the Commonwealth of Kentucky. For more information, you can contact JYB3 Group at 205 Capital Avenue, Suite B, Frankfort, KY 40601, or by phone at 502-558-2030. Please note that while this profile provides a comprehensive overview of John Young Brown III's professional background, it is advisable to consult official sources or contact the Kentucky State Bar for the most current information regarding his license status and standing.

*Disclaimer: This profile is based on publicly available information and may not reflect the most current details. For the latest information, please refer to official sources.* {"bar_number": null, "bar_admission_year": 1993, "license_status": "Active", "death_date": null, "firm_name": "JYB3 Group", "case_types": "Business Law, Government Relations, Public Affairs", "legal_stages": "Consulting, Representation, Advisory", "courts": [{"court_name": "Kentucky Supreme Court", "court_type": "State Supreme Court", "admission_year": 1993, "state": "Kentucky"}, {"court_name": "U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky", "court_type": "U.S. District Court", "admission_year": null, "state": "Kentucky"}]}

Education

Bellarmine College

MBA | Masters in Business Administration

2000

University of Kentucky College of Law

J.D. | Law degree

1989

Bellarmine College

B.A. | History (philosophy, minor)

1985

Experience

Owner

JYB3 Group
2008

Vice President

ResCare
2004

Secretary of State

Kentucky State Government--Elected Constitutional Officer
1996

Accepted Jurisdictions

Kentucky

Types of Cases Handled

connecting businesses with government entities across Kentucky

Office Locations

Main Office

 305 Ann Street Frankfort KY 40601