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Biography
Jessica Leischner is a partner with Wade, Grimes, Friedman, Sutter & Leischner, PLLC, practicing in all areas of family law including divorce, equitable distribution, settlement agreements, spousal support, custody, visitation, child support, and post-divorce issues. She also serves as Guardian at litem representing children in custody and abuse and neglect cases. She practices in the Circuit Courts and Juvenile and Domestic Relations Courts for the City of Alexandria, Fairfax County, Arlington County, Prince William County, Stafford County, Loudoun County & other jurisdictions.
Jessica Leischner regularly volunteers as a pro bono attorney though Legal Services of Northern Virginia (LSNV). She represents low-income clients in domestic violence cases, divorces, custody disputes, and support cases. In 2011 she successfully litigated a pro bono case in a published opinion from the Virginia Court of Appeals, resulting in a change in Virginia case law regarding Qualified Domestic Relations Orders and the collection of unpaid support. As a result of her continued work through LSNV, she was awarded the 2011 Henry Carrico Pro Bono Award.
Jessica Leischner was also named as a SuperLawyers Rising Stars for Northern Virginia in 2013, 2014, and 2015.
Practice Areas
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Practice Area
Family
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Fees and Rates
Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in Virginia for 18 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Wade, Grimes, Friedman, Sutter & Leischner, PLLC
(703) 836-9030
Fax
500 Montgomery St, Alexandria, VA, 22314
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Posted by anonymous | July 27, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
excellent attorney who works for the best interest
Jessica is an excellent attorney who works for your best interest and does not engage in petty issues. She gives sound advice that helps her clients come to the best and most equal division of assets. She is calming when she needs to be and fierce and controlling when the situation calls for it. What...
Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Jessica Leischner
I hired Ms.Leischner to assist me in getting through a difficult divorce as I was also retiring. She is exceptionally intelligent and quite deft in using her experience and strong common sense. Her mix of legal training and personal skills were vital in dealing with my former wife's many challenges t...
Jessica Lynn Leischner's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Jessica is a pleasure to work with."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Jessica effectively represents her clients, while also giving them competent advice on settlement options. She has a good understanding of the rules, procedure and laws of Virginia."
"Jessica is professional, smart and hard-working. I am happy to recommend her."
"I would 100% endorse Jessica as an effective advocate in any family law case!"
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"I endorse this lawyer. Jessica is intelligent, hard working, and diligent. She is knowledgeable of the law."
"I endorse this lawyer. Jessica is a wonderful attorney. Very caring about her clients."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Best Lawyers in America, U.S. News & World Report
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Best Lawyers in America, U.S. News & World Report
2021
Top Lawyers, Northern Virginia Magazine
2021
Top Attorney, Arlington Magazine
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Top Lawyers, Northern Virginia Magazine
2020
Best Lawyers in America, U.S. News & World Report
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2014
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2013
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Harry L. Carrico Pro Bono Award, Legal Services of Northern Virginia
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Wade, Grimes, Friedman, Sutter & Leischner PLLC
2007 - 2015
Associate, Lieblich & Grimes, PC
Associations
Alexandria Bar Association
Board of Directors
Fairfax Bar Association
Member
Alexandria Bar Association
Treasurer
Education
2007
Creighton University School of Law(
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
Doane College
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English