Atty. Jerome Leiken

Atty. Jerome Leiken

Jerome Leiken is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, creditor rights law, commercial law and 2 other areas of law. Jerome has been licensed for 74 years.

Belhaven Belhaven 74 yrs experience 74 year
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About Jerome Leiken at a glance

Jerome Leiken is a business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation attorney based in Belhaven, North Carolina. They have 74+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1952. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1952). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 1952). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Belhaven, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jerome Leiken is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy law, creditor rights law, commercial law and 2 other areas of law
  • Jerome has been licensed for 74 years
  • Jerome practices in Belhaven, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Jerome Leiken's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Jerome Leiken is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in North Carolina →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Jerome Leiken is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in North Carolina →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Jerome Leiken is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Jerome Leiken is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Belhaven are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina 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 North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jerome Leiken

Where is Jerome Leiken's law office located?
Jerome Leiken's law practice is located in Belhaven, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jerome Leiken handle?
Jerome Leiken focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Jerome Leiken practiced law?
Jerome Leiken has 74+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1952.
Where did Jerome Leiken go to law school?
Jerome Leiken earned their education at (J.D., 1952).
How can I contact Jerome Leiken for a consultation?
You can contact Jerome Leiken directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jerome Leiken received?
Jerome Leiken's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University
- 1952

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1952

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