Leah Arnold

Leah Arnold is a dedicated legal professional with extensive experience in providing immigration legal representation, particularly for low-income survivors of domestic violence and other forms of abuse. As a Senior Staff Attorney at Legal Aid of North Carolina since September 2015, Leah specializes in U visas, T visas, and VAWA self-petitions through the IMMPAV program. Previous roles include Staff Attorney and Community Lawyer Fellow, where representation extended to various legal matters such as domestic violence protective orders and public benefits appeals. Leah's legal education at the University of North Carolina School of Law includes participation as a Certified Student Attorney in the Immigration Clinic, contributing to pro-bono work focused on immigration issues for vulnerable populations. Additional experience includes internships and volunteer positions with various legal entities and teaching roles in Spain. Leah holds a J.D. from the University of North Carolina School of Law, a Graduate Certificate in Global Transmigration Studies from the University of North Carolina School of Social Work, and a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from the University of Florida.