Atty. Christopher J. Leonard

Atty. Christopher J. Leonard

Mr. Christopher J.

Wilmington Wilmington 27 yrs experience 27 year
Call (910) 304-0288 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Christopher J. Leonard at a glance

Christopher J. Leonard is an Of Counsel based in Wilmington, North Carolina, practicing at Murchison, Taylor & Gibson, PLLC. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, and elder law. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1999) and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Tax Court (1999). Educated at Wake Forest University School of Law (J.D., 1999) and Wake Forest University (B.A., 1996). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of New Hanover County and North Carolina (Member, Sections on: Estate Planning Fiduciary Law) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Wilmington, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Christopher J. Leonard is a lawyer practicing estate planning, taxation, estate administration and 2 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Christopher practices at Murchison, Taylor & Gibson, PLLC in Wilmington, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher J. Leonard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher J. Leonard handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Christopher J. Leonard is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Carolina →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Christopher J. Leonard is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in North Carolina →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Christopher J. Leonard is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Wilmington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher J. Leonard

Where is Christopher J. Leonard's law office located?
Christopher J. Leonard's law practice is located in Wilmington, North Carolina. The firm is Murchison, Taylor & Gibson, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher J. Leonard handle?
Christopher J. Leonard focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Christopher J. Leonard practiced law?
Christopher J. Leonard has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Christopher J. Leonard go to law school?
Christopher J. Leonard earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Christopher J. Leonard for a consultation?
You can contact Christopher J. Leonard directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Christopher J. Leonard received?
Christopher J. Leonard's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Wake Forest University School of Law
- 1999
B.A.
Wake Forest University
- 1996

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1999

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