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Jana M. Leichter, Employment Attorney in Miami, Florida

Miami, FL

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Jana M. Leichter is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Employment.

Based in
Miami, FLORIDA
Experience
attorney
Known for
Employment
  • Handles Employment matters from Miami, FLORIDA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026).

About Jana M. Leichter: Jana M. Leichter is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Employment.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Jana takes on

Jana concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jana handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Miami, Florida

Jana takes employment matters in Miami, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Jana agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Jana M. Leichter — employment lawyer in Miami

Jana M. Leichter is an attorney based in Miami, FLORIDA. The practice focuses on Employment.

Jana M. Leichter is a partner in the firm’s Miami and West Palm Beach offices. Ms. Leichter’s practice focuses on defending employers at the administrative, trial, and appellate levels in all aspects of employment litigation, including lawsuits alleging discrimination, harassment and retaliation in violation of federal, state and local laws, as well as equal pay claims, unemployment compensation, workers' compensation retaliation, whistleblower, and wrongful termination. Ms. Leichter also represents employers in EEOC and other agency charges and has defended companies in collective actions. Ms. Leichter also has extensive experience in minimum wage and overtime claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Ms. Leichter’s practice extends beyond litigation, as she conducts diversity trainings for both management and/or staff, to assist companies in preventing discrimination and harassment in the workplace. Ms Leichter prepares, reviews, and updates Employee Handbooks and other employment policies, as well as drafts employment contracts, separation agreements, and releases. Ms. Leichter also counsels clients on various day-to-day employment issues, including investigation of employee complaints. Ms. Leichter also regularly assists employers on issues arising under wage and hour laws, including the proper classification of exempt and non-exempt employees.

Ms. Leichter is a Florida Supreme Court Circuit Civil Certified Mediator.

Jana's approach to employment cases

Jana M. Leichter is a partner in the firm’s Miami and West Palm Beach offices. Ms. Leichter’s practice focuses on defending employers at the administrative, trial, and appellate levels in all aspects of employment litigation, including lawsuits alleging discrimination, harassment and retaliation in violation of federal, state and local laws, as well as equal pay claims, unemployment compensation,…

Clients Jana works with

Jana reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Miami and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Miami School of Law

    J.D. · 2004

Jana studied at J.D. in University of Miami School of Law.

Law school and academic background

Jana completed J.D. in University of Miami School of Law. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jana runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Jana has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026).

Locations

Jana M. Leichter's office in Miami

Jana's primary office is at 9150 South Dadeland Boulevard, Suite 1400, Miami, Florida, 33156. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

9150 South Dadeland Boulevard, Suite 1400

Miami, Florida 33156

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jana M. Leichter — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Jana usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Jana charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jana's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Jana will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Miami, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Jana

Jana discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Jana confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Jana's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Jana M. Leichter

  • How much does it cost to hire Jana for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jana walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Jana offer a free consultation?

    Jana charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jana's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Jana's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Jana gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Jana take my case if I'm outside Miami?

    Jana is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Jana will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Jana?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Jana will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Jana accepting new employment clients right now?

    Jana's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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