Jessica E. Leaven

Jessica E. Leaven

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Asheville, NC
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Employment & Labor

535 College Street, Asheville, NC

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 24 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2001

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Location

Grimes Teich Anderson LLP

535 College Street, Asheville, NC, 28801

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Jessica E. Leaven's Reviews

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8 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Stellar in every way - highly recommended

We received exceptional assistance with a very difficult situation. Jessica Leaven and her team were thorough and clear throughout the entire process. She readily answered any questions we had and treated us as partners in the process. She listened carefully to the details, sorted through all the ‘ex...tra’ stuff we shared, and was careful to make sure she was resolving the concern in the way we wanted. When a question needed an answer quickly, she always came through. Her writing skills were miles above others involved and really helped us achieve our goal. She was persistent and thorough and I have no doubt that Ms. Leaven is the reason we were able to reach a satisfactory result. We are grateful for her assistance and would recommend her to others who are seeking simple guidance or formal representation.

Posted by Marguerite | December 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exceeded expectations

Jessica Leaven, from the initial meeting, throughout the entire process, was available, communicative, and meticulous with her research. Due to Ms. Leaven's commitment and rigorous work ethic, there was always some type of forward movement to the case. Even with a successful outcome to my case with... attorney's fees paid and case closed, Jessica still called to follow up several times to make sure all items were addressed in the settlement agreement. Incredible.

Posted by Michelle | February 21, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly Reccomended. Puts the client FIRST, ALWAYS!!!

After months of searching for an excellent attorney, I found Jessica. I worked with her for over 2 years on my case, and in the end, I was extremely satisfied with the time and dedication she put into my case. It is a difficult task to find an attorney with your best interest in mind, but she absol...utely had my best interest in mind every step of the way. I really feel she went above and beyond, and ultimately was able to resolve my case early on. I cant thank her enough for putting up with me (I am a persistent person) through phone calls, e-mail, ups and downs. I always got an answer to all of my questions, phone calls and e-mails. Thank you again!! None of this would have been possible without her!! I wanted results and she produced them!!

Jessica Leaven

Replied last February 21, 2015

I really appreciate your review, thanks. Sincerely, Jessica Leaven * Each case is unique and must be evaluated on its own individual merits. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. This review does not reflect all the feedback the attorney has received.

Posted by Marilyn | February 21, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Result oriented, compassionate and caring Attorney.

I loved working with Jessica. From our first consultation until my case was resolved she was very straight-forward and caring. She told me what to expect and kept me informed through every step of the process. She worked hard to get my case resolved favorably for me. I have referred several people t...o her and will continue to do so.

Jessica Leaven

Replied last February 21, 2015

Thank you so much for your review. Sincerely, Jessica Leaven * Each case is unique and must be evaluated on its own individual merits. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. This review does not reflect all the feedback the attorney has received.

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Employment and labor lawyer | Aug 13

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"Jessica is an excellent attorney who is also very active in the bar association. Jessica has been a big help to me in my own practice whenever I'm in need of counsel or advice and has also been very encouraging about getting involved in the bar."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina

2020

North Carolina Super Lawyers - Employment Law, Super Lawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

North Carolina Super Lawyer - Employment Law, Super Lawyers

2019

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

North Carolina Super Lawyer - Employment Law, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

North Carolina Super Lawyer - Employment Law, Super Lawyers

2017

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, North Carolina Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, North Carolina Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star, North Carolina Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, North Carolina Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, North Carolina Super Lawyers

2008

Kellie Crabtree Award, North Carolina Advocates for Justice

2008

Evan Maheney Champion of Civil Liberties, Western North Carolina Chapter American Civil Liberties Union

Work Experience

2009 - 2012

Associate, Glenn, Mills, Fisher & Mahoney, PA

2006 - 2009

Associate, Patterson Harkavy, LLP

2002 - 2006

Associate, Adams Law Firm

Associations

2017 - Present

28th Judicial District Bar

At-large member of the Executive Committee

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

North Carolina Advocates for Justice

Member

2016 - 2017

North Carolina Bar Association

Chair, Labor and Employment Section

2015 - 2016

North Carolina Bar Association

Co-chair, CLE Committee, Labor and Employment Section

2015 - 2016

North Carolina Bar Association

Vice-Chair, Labor and Employment Section

2014 - 2014

WNC Chapter NC Association of Women Attorneys

President

2013 - 2016

North Carolina Bar Association

Council Member, Labor and Employment Section

2012 - 2013

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Employment Law Section

Past Chair

2012 - 2014

North Carolina Bar Association

An Editor of the Labor and Employment Law Section Newsletter

2012 - 2014

North Carolina Bar Association

Newsletter Committee Co-chair, Labor and Employment Law Section

2011 - 2012

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Employment Law Section

Chair

2011 - 2013

North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys

Career Support & Advancement Committee Chair

2010 - 2013

North Carolina Association of Women Attorneys

Education Committee Chair

2010 - 2011

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Employment Law Section

Vice Chair

2009 - 2010

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Employment Law Section

Secretary

2008 - 2009

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Employment Law Section

Publications Committee

2007 - 2008

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Employment Law Section

Secretary

2005 - 2007

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Employment Law Section

Continuing Legal Education Chair

2004 - 2005

North Carolina Advocates for Justice, Employment Law Section

Technology Chair

2003 - 2005

North Carolina Advocates for Justice Young Lawyers Division

Project Chair

Education

2001

University of North Carolina School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor, with honors

1997

University of North Carolina

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

North Carolina Advocates for Justice Annual Convention CLE

Employment Law Update

2016

North Carolina Advocates for Justice Annual Convention CLE

Employment Law Update, Co-Presenter

2015

North Carolina Advocates for Justice Annual Convention CLE

Employment, Non-Compete, And Non-Solicitation Agreements

2015

North Carolina Advocates for Justice Annual Convention CLE

Employment Law Update, Co-Presentor

2015

28th Judicial Bar Professionalism for New Admittees

Professionalism and The Benefit of Mentors

2010

North Carolina Advocates for Justice Annual Convention, CLE

Employment Law Update, Co-Presenter

2008

North Carolina Advocates for Justice Annual Convention, Masters in Advocacy, CLE

The Case of Glen Edward Chapman

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