Leah Kempel, JD
About Leah Kempel, JD
Leah Kempel is an Attorney Editor at Practical Law, where she drafts and edits State Q&A documents on various legal topics. She holds a JD from the University of Saint Thomas School of Law and has previous experience in product marketing and client management.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Leah Kempel currently serves as an Attorney Editor for Practical Law at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for drafting and editing State Q&A documents, ensuring they reflect current legal standards and practices. Her work covers various topics, including employment law, trademarks, commercial real estate, corporate law, and general litigation. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Client Manager at Thomson Reuters from 2015 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Leah Kempel earned her Juris Doctor (JD) from the University of Saint Thomas School of Law, where she studied from 2010 to 2013. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology from Marquette University, which she completed from 2003 to 2006. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both legal principles and psychological insights, enhancing her capabilities as an attorney editor.
Background
Before her tenure at Thomson Reuters, Leah Kempel worked as an Associate Product Marketing Manager for CA from 2007 to 2010 in New York, NY. She also gained experience as an intern at the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights in 2012, where she worked for four months in Minneapolis, MN. These roles contributed to her professional development and understanding of various aspects of law and product marketing.
Achievements
In her current role at Thomson Reuters, Leah Kempel communicates with external attorney contributors as part of her responsibilities on the Practical Law State Q&A team. She plays a crucial role in maintaining the accuracy and relevance of legal documents, reflecting her commitment to the legal profession and her expertise in legal editing.