Leslie M. Jenny - Cleveland, OH

Strategic Defense in Health Care Liability

Leslie M. Jenny is a highly accomplished shareholder at Marshall Dennehey, one of the nation's leading civil defense litigation firms. Based in the firm's Cleveland office in the iconic Key Tower, Ms. Jenny has dedicated her 25-year career to defending medical professionals and institutions against complex liability claims. She serves as a Co-Chair of the firm's Long-Term Care Liability Practice Group, a testament to her national reputation in the field. Her practice is focused on protecting the reputations and livelihoods of physicians, hospitals, and nursing homes facing high-stakes medical malpractice lawsuits. With a deep understanding of both the legal and medical landscapes, she provides aggressive and effective representation that has earned her recognition as a ”Lawyer of the Year” in Health Care Litigation. ⚕️

Comprehensive Medical Defense

Leslie M. Jenny's expertise spans the full spectrum of health care liability. She is particularly renowned for her work in Long-Term Care Defense, representing skilled nursing facilities and assisted living centers in cases involving allegations of negligence and wrongful death. Additionally, she chairs the firm's Affordable Care Act Practice Group, helping clients navigate the financial complexities of future damages in catastrophic injury cases. If you represent a healthcare provider and need to find a lawyer who can dismantle a plaintiff's medical arguments, Ms. Jenny is a top-tier choice.

• Medical Malpractice: Defending doctors and surgeons against claims of surgical errors and misdiagnosis.
• Long-Term Care Liability: Representing nursing homes in cases of falls, decubitus ulcers, and care disputes.
• Risk Management: Advising health care entities on protocols to prevent liability and ensure patient safety.
• Pharmaceutical Liability: Defending claims related to medication errors and medical devices.

Recognized Leader in Law

Ms. Jenny's commitment to excellence has been acknowledged by her peers and the legal community. She has been consistently selected to the Best Lawyers in America list and has been honored as a ”Lawyer of the Year” in Cleveland. Her approach combines rigorous legal analysis with a practical understanding of the healthcare industry, allowing her to achieve favorable outcomes for her clients, whether through early dismissal, settlement, or trial verdict. She is an active member of the Claims and Litigation Management Alliance and frequently lectures on risk management topics.

Key Tower Location

The office is located in Key Tower on Public Square, the tallest building in Ohio. This prestigious address places the firm at the center of Cleveland's business and legal activities, with easy access to the courthouses and major medical centers in the region.