Atty. Jana Leslie

Atty. Jana Leslie

Jana Leslie is a lawyer practicing estates, trusts & elder law, elder law, estate planning & administration & charitable giving and 1 other area of law. Jana received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland, College Park in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Washington Washington 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Jana Leslie at a glance

Jana Leslie is a trusts, family law, estate planning, and elder law attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1998) and District of Columbia United States Supreme Court (2003). Educated at University of Maryland School of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of Maryland, College Park (B.A. Government, 1994). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jana Leslie is a lawyer practicing estates, trusts & elder law, elder law, estate planning & administration & charitable giving and 1 other area of law
  • Jana received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland, College Park in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Jana practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Jana Leslie's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jana Leslie handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Jana Leslie is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in District of Columbia →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Jana Leslie is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in District of Columbia →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Jana Leslie is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jana Leslie

Where is Jana Leslie's law office located?
Jana Leslie's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jana Leslie handle?
Jana Leslie focuses on trusts, family law, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Jana Leslie practiced law?
Jana Leslie has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Jana Leslie go to law school?
Jana Leslie earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Government, 1994).
How can I contact Jana Leslie for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Maryland School of Law
- 1997
B.A. Government
University of Maryland, College Park
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1998
District of Columbia United States Supreme Court
Admitted: 2003

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