Lesa Sheryl Gelb, Car Accidents Attorney in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall
Trial
Wilkes Barre, PA
Practicing car accidents in Wilkes Barre since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Lesa Sheryl Gelb is a trial based in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall. Lesa has over 40 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Wilkes-Barre, PA
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Car Accidents · Personal Injury · Slip & Fall
- Handles Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall matters from Wilkes-Barre, PA.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Lesa Sheryl Gelb: Lesa Sheryl Gelb is a trial based in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall. Lesa has over 40 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Lesa Sheryl Gelb
Lesa concentrates on car accidents, personal injury, slip & fall, ssd, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lesa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Car Accidents
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Personal Injury
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Slip & Fall
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SSD
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Workers Comp
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Car Accidents cases in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
Lesa takes car accidents matters in Wilkes Barre, 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 Lesa agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
Lesa takes personal injury matters in Wilkes Barre, 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 Lesa agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
Lesa takes slip & fall matters in Wilkes Barre, 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 Lesa agrees to represent you.
SSD cases in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
Lesa takes ssd matters in Wilkes Barre, 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 Lesa agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
Lesa takes workers comp matters in Wilkes Barre, 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 Lesa agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Lesa Sheryl Gelb — Over 40 years of Pennsylvania car accidents experience
Lesa Sheryl Gelb is a trial based in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, Personal Injury, and Slip & Fall. Lesa has over 40 years of legal experience.
Lesa Sheryl Gelb is a lawyer practicing motor vehicle accidents -- plaintiff, personal injury -- plaintiff, premises liability -- plaintiff and 2 other areas of law. Lesa received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years. Lesa practices in Wilkes-Barre, PA.
How Lesa handles car accidents matters
Lesa Sheryl Gelb is a lawyer practicing motor vehicle accidents -- plaintiff, personal injury -- plaintiff, premises liability -- plaintiff and 2 other areas of law. Lesa received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years. Lesa practices in Wilkes-Barre, PA.
Who Lesa represents
Lesa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, personal injury, and slip & fall matters in Wilkes Barre and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Lesa Sheryl Gelb's legal education and bar admissions
Boston University School of Law
J.D. · 1985
Cornell University
B.A. Government · 1982
Jurisdictions
Lesa's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania U.S. Su
1986 · ACTIVE
Lesa studied at J.D. in Boston University School of Law and B.A. Government in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
Lesa completed J.D. in Boston University School of Law and B.A. Government in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lesa runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Lesa Sheryl Gelb's office in Wilkes-Barre
Lesa's primary office is at 200 North River St., Wilkes-Barre, PA, 18711. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Lesa Sheryl Gelb — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new car accidents attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lesa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lesa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lesa'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; Lesa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents 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 Lesa
Lesa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in car accidents practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every car accidents 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. Lesa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lesa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lesa Sheryl Gelb
How much does it cost to hire Lesa for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lesa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lesa offer a free consultation?
Lesa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lesa's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check Lesa's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple car accidents 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. Lesa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lesa take my case if I'm outside Wilkes Barre?
Lesa 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 — Lesa 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 Lesa?
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. Lesa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lesa accepting new car accidents clients right now?
Lesa'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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