Arielle N. Leake Paisley.
The overview.
Arielle listens carefully to each client to fully understand their perspective and the specific challenges they are facing. Her work pairs practical, experience-based advice with clear communication and effective solutions when a matter moves into litigation.
- Disputes regarding payment
- Property and contract disputes
- Estate-related litigation
- Administrative claims and disputes
- Business and construction matters
Arielle approaches each matter with diligence, preparation, and a solution-centered mindset focused on strong results for each client's specific needs and issues.
Arielle is from Wilmington, North Carolina. Away from the office she's hiking, traveling, kayaking, being outside, and active in her local church.
Experience
Arielle joined PLDR Law directly from law school after distinguishing herself on Liberty University's Law Review and appellate-advocacy boards.
Attorney. Part of the civil litigation team, with additional work in business and construction matters.
Arielle gained exposure to a range of legal fields through early experiences — including insights from a family background in law enforcement, an internship for a federal judge, and work in both appellate and litigation settings. Those experiences provided a broad perspective on how the legal system works and how the different parts of the law intersect in practice.
Recognition & Involvement
- Liberty University Law Review — Articles & Book Reviews Editor
- Liberty University Law Review — 3L Commitment to the Mission Award
- Liberty University Moot Court Board — Competing Member
- CALI Award for Excellence — Business Associations; Appellate Advocacy; Lawyering Skills II; Torts II
- William B. Spong Moot Court Tournament (2023) — Third Best Oralist
- Billings, Exum, & Frye National Moot Court Competition (2023) — Second Place; Best Petitioner Brief
- Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (2025–Present)
- Virginia Bar Association Young Lawyers Division (2025–Present)
- Virginia Bar Association
- Lynchburg Bar Association
- Zach Sack Christmas Ministry — Co-Founder
Publications & Speaking
- Arielle Leake, Hypothetically Punished: Why the Court Should Heed Justice Thomas's Call in United States v. Taylor to End Its "Journey Through the Looking Glass," 18 Liberty U. L. Rev. 299 (2023).
In Arielle’s Words
"I approach each matter with diligence, preparation, and a solution-centered mindset — focused on strong results for each client's specific needs and issues."— Arielle N. Leake Paisley · Civil Litigation
Areas of focus
The practice.
Arielle is part of PLDR's civil litigation team and also assists in business and construction matters. Whether through litigation or pre-court negotiations, she resolves disputes over payment, property, and estates on behalf of individuals and businesses.
In the office
Get to know Arielle Leake Paisley.
Talk with Arielle
When the dispute needs handling — call Arielle.
Whether it's a payment dispute, a property matter, a contract issue, or a business or construction question heading toward litigation, Arielle and our team will guide you through it with diligence and care.