Professor of Practice
A longtime instructor for PLAN724 (Law for Planners), LeAnn Brown is a veritable expert in the field of planning law–having practiced for more than twenty years in the areas of zoning, land use, eminent domain, commercial litigation, employment, and trade.
A multi-degree holder from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A. 1977, M.S. 1981, J.D., 1984), Ms. Brown has practiced law since 1984 and has been certified as a mediator since 1992. She has an “AV Rating” from Martindale-Hubbell.
Mrs. Brown is an active member of the North Carolina Bar Association and served as President from 2019 to 2020. Mrs. Brown served as trustee of the Client Security Fund of the North Carolina State Bar from 2010-2015. Mrs. Brown served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Dispute Settlement Center of Orange County from 2003 to 2008, and from 2010 to 2015.
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