Jody Anderson Leighty

Jody Anderson Leighty is a seasoned attorney with more than three decades of experience advising individuals, families, and businesses on real estate and trusts and estates matters. As a shareholder at Saxton & Stump, she helps clients navigate complex property transactions, including buying, selling, refinancing, and leasing real estate. Her practice is grounded in clear guidance and careful planning, allowing clients to move forward with confidence in both personal and business decisions.

Jody earned her J.D. from The College of William and Mary, Marshall Wythe School of Law, and her B.A. from Clemson University. Her legal education provided a strong foundation in property law, estate planning, and transactional work, equipping her with the analytical skills and practical insight needed to address a wide range of legal challenges. She applies this training to deliver precise, well-structured solutions tailored to each client’s goals.

Jody has developed a comprehensive real estate practice throughout her legal career, serving individuals, families, and agricultural clients. She assists clients with residential, commercial, and farm-related transactions, ensuring that each matter is handled efficiently and in compliance with applicable laws. Her work also includes advising agricultural clients on business planning, preservation matters, and long-term succession strategies designed to protect land and operations for future generations. She helps clients prepare essential estate-planning documents, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney, in her trusts and estates practice.

Jody Anderson Leighty works closely with families to design plans that protect assets, minimize uncertainty, and reflect long-term objectives. Following a death, she also guides families through estate administration, providing steady legal support during complex and sensitive proceedings. Through her consistent, detail-oriented approach, she has helped clients safeguard property, plan responsibly, and achieve lasting peace of mind.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Saxton & Stump
• Member, Pennsylvania Bar Association
• Member, York County Bar Association
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Pennsylvania
• Maryland

Education

• The College of William and Mary, Marshall Wythe School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Clemson University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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