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Leah Kathryn Sell, Business Attorney in Erie, Pennsylvania

Over 12 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Contracts, and Employment

AssociateatLeech Tishman

Erie, PA

Practicing business in Erie since 2014.

12+
Years practicing
1
Bar admission

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Leah Kathryn Sell is an associate based in Erie, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Employment. Leah has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leech Tishman.

Based in
Erie, PA
Experience
over 12 years
Known for
Business · Contracts · Employment
  • Handles Business, Contracts, and Employment matters from Erie, PA.
  • Over 12 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Leah Kathryn Sell: Leah Kathryn Sell is an associate based in Erie, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Employment. Leah has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leech Tishman.

Areas of practice

Leah's practice areas in Erie

Leah concentrates on business, contracts, employment, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Leah handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Erie, Pennsylvania

Leah takes business matters in Erie, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leah agrees to represent you.

Contracts cases in Erie, Pennsylvania

Leah takes contracts matters in Erie, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leah agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Erie, Pennsylvania

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

General cases in Erie, Pennsylvania

Leah takes general matters in Erie, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leah agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Erie, Pennsylvania

Leah takes litigation matters in Erie, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leah agrees to represent you.

Biography

Leah Kathryn Sell, business attorney serving Erie

Leah Kathryn Sell is an associate based in Erie, PA. The practice focuses on Business, Contracts, and Employment. Leah has over 12 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leech Tishman. Leah works from Erie, Pennsylvania and takes on business matters across the region.

Leah Sell regularly advises clients in the areas of employment counseling and defense and corporate transactions.

Leah provides counseling and advice to human resources professionals, managers, and owners on a variety of complex employment law matters to improve and protect the workplace. She enjoys getting to know her clients and their businesses, from conception through exit, working with them to develop and protect their interests and assets. Leah regularly analyzes complex regulations to provide risk analysis and liability limiting solutions. She helps employers navigate complex hour and wage, leave, accommodation, harassment, discrimination, and safety matters, including cannabis in the workplace. Leah manages employment matters in corporate transactions, including due diligence and advice on a myriad of employment issues from WARN and successor liability to negotiating and drafting of relevant terms of purchase and key employment agreements.

Leah regularly counsels private employers in all aspects of the employment relationship, from hiring through termination. She advises clients on employment discrimination issues, workplace and sexual harassment, disability accommodation, Family & Medical Leave Act compliance, employee handbooks, human resource policies and practices, wage and hour issues, use of temporary employees and independent contractors, performance appraisals, workplace investigations, drug and alcohol testing, workplace privacy issues, disciplinary action and termination, reductions in force, employment at-will/wrongful discharge, alternative dispute resolution, employment agreements, restrictive covenants and confidentiality agreements, severance agreements, waivers and releases, and unemployment compensation claims.

Leah is experienced in negotiating and drafting employment agreements, restrictive covenants, employment policies and handbooks, as well as separation, release, and settlement agreements.

Leah successfully represents clients in state and federal court, arbitration, mediation, and agency proceedings.

Working with Leah on a business matter

Leah Sell regularly advises clients in the areas of employment counseling and defense and corporate transactions. Leah provides counseling and advice to human resources professionals, managers, and owners on a variety of complex employment law matters to improve and protect the workplace. She enjoys getting to know her clients and their businesses, from conception through exit, working with them…

Clients Leah works with

Leah reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, contracts, and employment matters in Erie and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Leah studied and practices

  • University of Pittsburgh School of Law

    J.D. · 2014

  • Ohio University - Main Campus B.S.

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Jurisdictions

Leah's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania

    2014 · ACTIVE

Leah studied at J.D. in University of Pittsburgh School of Law and — in Ohio University - Main Campus B.S..

Law school and academic background

Leah completed J.D. in University of Pittsburgh School of Law and — in Ohio University - Main Campus B.S.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Leah runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Leah's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Allegheny County Bar Association

    Council Member, Women in the Law Division Council Former Member, Young Lawyers’ Division Wills for Heroes Program Council Member, Corporate Banking and Business Law Section) Women’s Bar Association of Western Pennsylvania (Past Treasurer Former Co-Chair o · membership

Locations

Leah Kathryn Sell's office in Erie

Leah's primary office is at 100 State Street, Suite 103B, Erie, PA, 16507. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Leech Tishman

100 State Street, Suite 103B

Erie, PA 16507

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Hiring guide

How to hire Leah Kathryn Sell — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Leah charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Leah'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; Leah will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Erie, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Leah

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business 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. Leah confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Leah Kathryn Sell

  • How much does it cost to hire Leah for a business case?

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

  • Does Leah offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do business cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

    Simple business 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. Leah gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Leah take my case if I'm outside Erie?

    Leah is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Leah 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 Leah?

    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. Leah will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Leah accepting new business clients right now?

    Leah'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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