Leah Roper
About Leah Roper
Leah Roper is a lawyer based in Oklahoma City, OK and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. Leah Roper is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Labor and Employment Law - Employee
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Center for Employment Law
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
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