Leah Parady

Personal injury and workers’ compensation attorney Leah Parady joined the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin in 2024 after completing an 18-year career in the United States Air Force. Based in Durham, North Carolina, Leah represents injured individuals in Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs and Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants. Her practice centers on helping people seek accountability and financial recovery after injuries caused by negligence, workplace accidents, and unsafe conditions.

During her Air Force career, Leah served in demanding environments worldwide and later worked as a medical planner for U.S. operations in Europe. As the U.S. liaison to NATO for medical planning, she coordinated access to medical facilities, supplies, and care for service members across multiple countries.

Working within international healthcare systems required navigating cultural differences, regulatory requirements, and complex decision-making processes. These experiences strengthened Leah’s skills in negotiation, analysis, and communication, which she now applies when addressing disputed medical treatment, insurance coverage issues, and benefits questions in personal injury and workers’ compensation cases.

Leah retired from military service due to combat-related PTSD and dedicated significant time to treatment and recovery. That personal experience influenced her decision to attend law school and pursue a legal career focused on assisting individuals during challenging and uncertain times.

After earning her Juris Doctor from Campbell University School of Law, Leah opened her own practice, where she represented veterans seeking benefits and provided free guidance to those navigating the claims process. She also assisted individuals who did not require formal representation but needed accurate information to avoid unnecessary costs or confusion related to veterans’ claims.

Leah’s background representing veterans before the Department of Veterans Affairs informs her work with private insurance companies in injury-related matters. She is experienced in reviewing policy language, understanding medical necessity standards, and working within large administrative systems, skills that support her advocacy for clients pursuing workers’ compensation benefits and personal injury claims in North Carolina.