Leah Ward Sears
About Leah Ward Sears
Leah Ward Sears is a lawyer based in Atlanta, GA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2016. Leah Ward Sears is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Appellate Practice
- Commercial Litigation
- Mediation
Current Firm: Smith, Gambrell & Russell LLP
Education: University of Virginia, LLM, graduated 1994, Emory University, JD, graduated 1980, and Cornell University, BS, graduated 1976
Location: Atlanta, GA
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