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Leslie Gold McPadden
also known as LGM Injury Law
About Leslie
Biography
I have been an attorney involved in various types of injury law for over 20 years. My strengths are evaluating cases with a creative and practical approach, presenting complicated medical damages, advocating and building a strong foundation, and exceeding client expectations.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Car Accident
35%
31 years
Medical Malpractice
30%
31 years
Personal Injury
25%
31 years
Workers Compensation
10%
31 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 27 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Licensed in Connecticut for 29 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 30 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Forrest McPadden
100 Great Meadow Road, Suite 505, Wethersfield, CT, 06109
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Leslie Gold McPadden's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 18 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Dallanara | December 16, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Disorganized and Uninterested
I had a very disappointing experience with attorney Leslie McPadden. Over the course of more than six months, I repeatedly tried to obtain updates on whether she would take on my case. My emails and phone calls often went unanswered, and there was very little communication throughout that time. Du...
Posted by Phyllis | April 7, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Compassionate but Passionate for her Clients
I had the pleasure of being represented by Leslie Gold McPadden for a Personal Injury case. Leslie took over my case from another lawyer and like a whirling dervish she had my case under control. She had my complete confidence the minute I met her and my trust was confirmed. She was compassionate...
Posted by Shanna | April 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Bodily Injury
Attorney McPadden is not only personable but trustworthy and I really appreciated having that throughout my ongoing bodily injury case!
Posted by Maria | July 1, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
There’s no better attorney than Leslie McPadden
Atty Leslie McPadden truly is one of the best! She has gone above and beyond seeing me through an extremely difficult journey that no words can describe. She is empathetic and very thorough. It shows in her work that she doesn’t just look at her clients as just a number. I would absolutely recommend ...
Posted by Juan | April 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
She deserves even more than 5 stars!
Attorney Leslie McPadden is the absolute best. From the consulation to handing your lawsuit check over to you, she is there every step of the way keeping her clients informed and involved in their case as much as possible. She goes out of her way to accommodate her client in every way that she possib...
Leslie Gold McPadden's Lawyer Endorsements
"Leslie is a skilled medical malpractice attorney. She has experience on both sides of medical malpractice cases, which makes her uniquely qualified to handle these cases."
"I fully endorse Leslie Gold McPadden. She is extremely professional, detail oriented, able to spot critical issues quickly and will advocate tirelessly for her clients to obtain the best result possible."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney McPadden is extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of personal injury law. She has a wealth of legal knowledge and much experience in a wide variety of cases. Leslie goes way above and beyond in her efforts to help others. She is very personable and easy to talk to. She cares deeply about her clients and about doing the best she can. She is highly recommended."
"I endorse this lawyer. Leslie is not only knowledgeable and diligent, but very experienced as well. She is easy to talk to and her expertise in injury law is top notch!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Leslie I s a highly skilled litigator and frequent contributor to the Connecticut Legal community. She is a professional, dedicated to her clients and gets results. She is passionate about helping her clients."
"Attorney McPadden is outstanding. She is very knowledgeable, and she is a solid and smart negotiator. Additionally, she finds the right balance of representing her clients with passion while remaining compassionate throughout the process. I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking advice or representation for any personal injury matter."
"I endorse Attorney Leslie McPadden. I have had the opportunity to work closely with Attorney McPadden on personal injury and workers compensation matters. She has extensive trial experience and she works hard to obtain high quality results for her clients. For matters involving medical malpractice, I highly recommend Leslie to my clients and those looking for an attorney. Attorney McPadden has received the highest ratings from clients and potential clients that I have referred to her."
"Leslie is action-oriented, knowledgeable, creative and passionate about her cases. Any client I've referred to her has loved working with her. She is an excellent resource to me in my practice."
"Leslie is a frequent contributor and valuable resource to the Connecticut legal community. Clearly experienced, client focused, and community oriented. A true professional!"
"Ms. McPadden is a sharp, effective lawyer. She has the skills necessary to spot the relevant issues in a legal dilemma. She is effiecient and effective in addressing those issues to maximize recovery for her clients. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney McPadden is my "go to" personal injury lawyer. She is the best attorney in CT when it comes to litigating a claim for personal injury or workers' compensation. Leslie is honest, extremely hard-working, compassionate and brilliant!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked with Leslie on multiple personal injury matters through out the years and have found that her extensive experience, knowledge and unique ability to understand the medicine in injury matters, have added great value to the ultimate outcome and recovery for injured clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
1994
National Quarterfinalist, National Health Law Moot Court
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Owner, LGM Injury Law
2005 - 2008
Associate, The Gallagher Law Firm
1997 - 2003
Associate, Carmody & Torrance, LLP
Associations
2016 - Present
Connecticut Attorney NetwokFounder and President
2014 - Present
Connecticut Bar Association, Insurance Law SectionExecutive Committee
2010 - Present
American Association for Justicemember
2005 - Present
Connecticut Trial Lawyers AssociationCLE committee
2007 - 2009
Connecticut Trial Lawyers Association, Women's Caucus CommitteePast Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
Multi-million dollar verdict
$6.824 million
confidential
$900,000 settlement
Education
1995
Albany Law School of Union University
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Boston University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2016
Managing Discovery in Property Loss
Streamlining Discovery
2015
Annual Convention
Maximizing Opportunities
2012
Chair, Trials Skills Series Part I
Moderator
2009
Chair, Annual Paralegal/Support Staff Seminar
Legal Developments and Applications
2008
Initiative on Preserving Future of Women Litigators
Networking from Small Firm Perspective
2002
Medical Legal Applications
HIPAA Compliance
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
I had an impacted wisdom tooth removed along with the one beside it on my lower left side. Can I sue if they fractured my jaw
23 Sep 2015
Q&A
Slip and fall at casino entryway in AC
08 Sep 2015
Q&A
My wife and I were hit from behind on the NJ turnpike. We live in VA. NJ is no fault state what compensation should we expect?
07 Sep 2015