Briana J. Leatherberry is an experienced litigator who defends insurance, professional liability, and municipal matters. Clients value her meticulous preparation and strategic insight, and they rely on her to provide clear guidance and steady advocacy throughout each stage of litigation.

Prior to joining HeplerBroom, Ms. Leatherberry served as an Assistant State’s Attorney with the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office in the Civil Rights and Torts Section and the Conflicts Counsel Unit. There, she defended governmental entities and their employees in high-stakes litigation, including Section 1983 civil rights claims, statutory claims, wrongful death, and personal injury matters in both state and federal courts. Her appellate court briefs resulted in favorable rulings, and she prevailed on an issue of first impression under the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act.