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A Global Journey of Justice and Service Shapes Jennifer Lea’s Litigation Practice
The Hamilton County Herald recently published “Lea Traces Amazing Journey to Chattanooga, Law,” an article that highlights Jennifer Lea and the international experiences that shaped her path to litigation and brought her to practice in Chattanooga. From her upbringing across cultures to military service and international human rights work in France, Jennifer’s career reflects a commitment to justice, integrity, and service.
Growing up in a family that traveled gave Jennifer a global perspective and a deep appreciation for different cultures. Guided by faith, those experiences helped shape her career and continue to influence her purpose-driven approach to her work today.
Here’s a snapshot from the article:
Drawing on more than 15 years of experience as a state and federal prosecutor and international human rights lawyer, Lea is building a civil litigation practice centered on guiding businesses and individuals through questions of liability and litigation strategy, while also representing health care providers in complex regulatory and fraud-related matters.
In one sense, it’s a hard right turn from the human-centered work she did in Strasbourg and from the nonprofit path she once imagined for herself. But that’s not how Lea sees it. For her, the pursuit of justice continues uninterrupted.
“I don’t see my work at Chambliss as different in purpose. I’m still pursuing truth and justice – just in a different context,” she says. “We’re helping resolve disputes where parties disagree or someone has been wronged, using the law to find what’s right.”
Just as important as finding renewed purpose in her work is the satisfaction Lea has found in where she landed. It comes as little surprise that a global traveler – shaped by different cultures and communities – has quickly found her footing and a new professional home.
“I love it here. Everyone is friendly, focused and incredibly knowledgeable, and they welcomed me right in,” Lea says. “Every day brings new topics and challenges, which fits my natural curiosity. I also value the team aspect – being a full-service firm makes collaboration easy and rewarding. It aligns closely with the values I carry from military service: service before self, integrity and excellence.”
For a deep dive into Jennifer’s career and her experience, Lea Traces Amazing Journey to Chattanooga, Law.
Jennifer Lea serves as senior counsel in the litigation and risk management section at Chambliss, serving corporate clients and individuals on litigation strategies through clear guidance. She focuses her practice on civil litigation including business, corporate, and construction matters, health care regulation, labor and employment issues, and family law. Jennifer has received several notable honors and serves several nonprofits. For more information on her practice and experience, please visit Jennifer’s bio.
