LeRoya Chester Jennings
Lead Attorney
LeRoya Chester Jennings is a seasoned trial attorney and the founder of Chester Jennings Law Group, LLC, with over 20 years of experience litigating complex criminal and civil matters throughout the State of Georgia. She has owned her law firm since 2011. A proud native of Atlanta, Georgia, LeRoya attended Benjamin Elijah Mays High School. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Georgia and her Juris Doctor from Wake Forest University School of Law. She was also a visiting student at Georgia State College of Law.
Throughout her distinguished legal career, LeRoya has worn many hats — including Prosecutor, Investigator, and Administrative Judge — giving her a rare, comprehensive understanding of the justice system from every angle. As a former prosecutor, she served as Deputy Chief of a specialized Domestic Violence Unit in DeKalb County, where she handled high-risk, high-profile, and emotionally complex cases. To date, LeRoya has litigated well over 4,000 cases and served as lead counsel in more than 200 jury trials, earning a reputation as a formidable advocate both in and out of the courtroom.
LeRoya’s excellence as a trial attorney and her commitment to public service have earned her both local and national recognition. She has served on the Board of Visitors for the University of Georgia and was honored as one of UGA’s Top 40 Under 40 Alumni. Her accolades also include Prosecutor of the Year, National Top 100 Trial Lawyers, a Public Service Award from the American Bar Association, and an Award of Achievement from the State Bar of Georgia. In addition to her legal practice, LeRoya is deeply committed to mentorship and continues to guide young attorneys and aspiring legal professionals.
While her professional accomplishments are extensive, LeRoya considers her faith and her family to be her greatest priorities. She has been married to her husband, Kraig Jennings, for over 20 years, and together they are raising two children. Outside of the courtroom, you can often find their family traveling, spending quality time together, or cheering from the stands for student athletes.
