Carolyn E. Leed was born and raised in Western New York. She graduated from the University of Akron School of Law. Upon graduation she successfully passed the New York and Ohio bar examinations. She also was admitted to the District of Columbia bar in 2006. Carolyn received her undergraduate degree from Grove City College majoring in Political Science. Upon returning to Western New York, Carolyn worked at two law firms that focused on real estate law. During this time she developed a passion for, and expertise in, assisting clients with their real estate transactions. In 2009, Carolyn began her own practice primarily focusing on residential and small commercial real estate transactions.