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Peggy A. Leen

Arbitrator Mediator Special Master
Las Vegas, NV, United States

About

Before entering private practice, she served for nearly two decades as a United States Magistrate Judge for the District of Nevada. Her extensive judicial career involved presiding over thousands of settlement conferences and managing complex pretrial litigation. Prior to her time on the bench, she spent over 15 years as a trial attorney, handling both civil and criminal matters in private practice and as a Chief Deputy District Attorney.

Practice Areas

Business & Commercial Civil Litigation Civil Rights Construction Corporate & Finance Employment & Labor Energy & Environment Entertainment & Media Government & Administrative Healthcare & Life Sciences Insurance Intellectual Property Personal Injury & Torts Real Estate & Property

Professional Experience

Neutral
JAMS
United States Magistrate Judge
District of Nevada
Partner
Leen & Wright
Chief Deputy District Attorney
Clark County District Attorney’s Office
Associate
Thorndal
Backus & Maupin

Publications Leadership

  • Contributor to the Federal Judicial Center’s Manual for Complex Litigation
  • Frequent speaker on electronic discovery and federal civil procedure
  • Former Chair, Local Rules Committee for the District of Nevada
  • Author of various articles regarding settlement strategies and pretrial management

Positioning Takeaways

A highly seasoned former federal judge with specialized knowledge in e-discovery and complex case management, suitable for high-stakes commercial and employment mediations.

License & Certifications

  • State Bar of Nevada
  • Admitted to practice
  • U.S. District Court
  • District of Nevada
  • Admitted to practice
  • U.S. Court of Appeals
  • Ninth Circuit

Education

J.D.
University of San Diego School of Law
1979
B.A.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
1976

Distinction

She is recognized for her deep expertise in electronic discovery and her ability to resolve highly complex multi-party disputes.

Reputation

She is regarded by legal professionals as a fair and meticulous neutral who possesses a comprehensive understanding of federal court procedures and effective settlement techniques.