Leeson & Leeson Accident and Injury Attorneys is a personal injury firm that has practiced in the Lehigh Valley since 1969, representing people hurt in car, motorcycle, and truck crashes across eastern Pennsylvania. We work from offices in Bethlehem, Wilkes-Barre, and Camp Hill, and we bring over 50 years combined experience to the claims we take. Call (610) 691-3320 for a free consultation.
Why Was Leeson & Leeson Founded?
The firm opened in 1969, when the late Joseph F. Leeson, Sr. began practicing at 70 East Broad Street in the heart of Bethlehem. That address is still our headquarters.
He served in the Navy during World War II, then worked in insurance while attending law school at night. He built the practice around an idea we still follow: know how the other side values a file before you sit down.
1969 to 1991: The Founding Generation
Joseph Leeson, Sr. became one of Northampton County’s most recognized trial attorneys. He served as president of the Northampton County Bar Association, as Bethlehem city solicitor, and as chairperson of the Governor’s Judicial Merit Selection Committee. He died in April 1991, and his sons took over.
1991 to 2015: The Firm Grows, and a Leeson Takes the Federal Bench
Two decades in, Joseph Leeson, Sr. was joined by his sons and the firm became Leeson, Leeson & Leeson. In 2015, Joseph Leeson, Jr. left after the President nominated him as a United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, seated in Allentown.
1991 to 2020: Public Service in Bethlehem
William Leeson, Sr., a partner and former Bethlehem city solicitor, left in 2020 for retirement and continued municipal work.
2020 to Present: A Focused Injury Practice
Joseph F. Leeson, III now continues the family practice as Leeson & Leeson Accident and Injury Attorneys, in tribute to his grandfather. The firm once known for insurance defense work is now built around injured people, and we have served 1,000+ clients.
What Sets Leeson & Leeson Apart?
Roots that reach back to 1969, a family record of judicial service, and direct access to your attorney.
- Five decades in one community. We opened on East Broad Street in 1969 and never left.
- Insurance-side knowledge. Our origins in insurance work shape how we value claims and answer low offers.
- You talk to your attorney. No handoff to a case manager for the life of the file.
- No fees unless we win. Injury clients pay nothing up front, and we answer 24/7.
If that is what you want behind you, call us.
Who Are the Attorneys at Leeson & Leeson?
Joseph F. Leeson, III, Esq. (Pennsylvania Bar No. 328520) leads the firm, the third generation of Leesons to practice in Bethlehem. He handles injury claims across the Lehigh Valley and central Pennsylvania, and you can meet attorney Joseph F. Leeson, III for his background and admissions.
Attorneys of this office have served on the boards of the Lehigh Northampton Airport Authority, the Lehigh Valley Community Foundation, and PBS-39.
What Types of Cases Does the Firm Handle?
We concentrate on motor vehicle injury claims.
- Car accidents, including rear-end, intersection, and uninsured motorist claims
- Motorcycle accidents, including left-turn and lane-change crashes
- Truck and semi-truck accidents involving commercial carriers
We review other serious injury matters case by case.
What Can Clients Expect When Working With the Firm?
Expect a free case review, a plain explanation of your coverage, and updates you never have to chase.
Early on we look at two Pennsylvania rules that shape most claims: the two-year limitation period under 42 Pa.C.S. § 5524, and whether your auto policy carries limited tort or full tort. State law also bars recovery when an injured person is more than 51 percent at fault.
We gather records, work with treating providers, and build the file as though it will be tried. You can see what our clients say.
What Areas Does Leeson & Leeson Serve?
We serve eastern and central Pennsylvania, mostly Northampton, Lehigh, Luzerne, and Cumberland counties. Clients from SteelStacks to the I-78 corridor reach us serving the Lehigh Valley from our Bethlehem office.
- Bethlehem, headquarters: 70 E. Broad St, Bethlehem, PA 18018, (610) 691-3320
- Wilkes-Barre: 16 S River St, Suite 401, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701, (272) 309-3100
- Camp Hill: 4242 Carlisle Pike, Suite 5, Camp Hill, PA 17011, (717) 980-3312
Call the office closest to you.
FAQ About Leeson & Leeson Accident and Injury Lawyers
These are the questions people ask most before calling.
Do your attorneys go to trial?
Yes. We prepare injury files for trial in the Court of Common Pleas, and insurers know it. Most claims settle, but preparation gives a demand weight.
Is Leeson & Leeson related to Judge Leeson?
Yes. Joseph F. Leeson, Jr., a former partner here, has served as a United States District Judge for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania since 2015. He no longer practices with the firm.
How long has the firm been in the Lehigh Valley?
Since 1969. Three generations have practiced from the same Bethlehem address.
Do clients work directly with an attorney?
Yes. You will know who is handling your file and can reach that attorney.
What does it cost to hire the firm?
Injury consultations are free and these cases run on a contingency fee, so there are no fees unless we win. Costs are explained in writing first.
Talk With Leeson & Leeson About Your Injury Claim
If a crash left you injured in the Lehigh Valley or central Pennsylvania, we will review your case at no cost and explain your options.
Call Leeson & Leeson Accident and Injury Attorneys at (610) 691-3320 for your free consultation.
Compliance notes
No award, ranking, review-rating, or case-result claims appear on this page, per the client brief. The only quantitative claims used are the approved ones: over 50 years combined experience and 1,000+ clients served. Only the three publishable office numbers are used, with the Bethlehem number in the intro and closing CTA.
1969 - 1991
Joseph Leeson Sr. founded the firm in 1969 and became one of Northampton County's most esteemed trial attorneys. A self-made man, he worked as an insurance adjuster to put himself through college and law school. He held prominent community roles, including Bethlehem city solicitor and chairperson of the Governor’s Judicial Merit Selection Committee. Joseph passed away in April 1991, and William and Joseph Jr. assumed leadership of the practice.
1991 - 2015
Joseph Leeson, Jr., one of the partners of Leeson, Leeson & Leeson, left the law practice in 2015 after being nominated by the President of the United States to serve as a United States District Judge for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, based in Allentown.
1991 - 2020
William Leeson, Sr., also one of the partners at Leeson, Leeson & Leeson, former city solicitor for the City of Bethlehem and estate law expert, left the law firm in 2020 to transition to retirement and spend more time assisting the City of Bethlehem as city solicitor.
2020 - Present
Now, Joseph F. Leeson, III continues the Leeson family law practice tradition under the name Leeson & Leeson Accident and Injury Attorneys to remember and pay tribute to the contributions of his grandfather, whose standards of excellence and integrity are the foundations of the legal practice today.
Leeson & Leeson Accident and Injury Attorneys continues to grow and expand, as it has since 1969, so as our clients grow and diversify, we are prepared to provide whatever legal services our clients need.