Atty. Jeffrey Wayne Leonard

Atty. Jeffrey Wayne Leonard

Jeffrey Wayne Leonard is a lawyer practicing acquisitions and divestitures, banks and banking, business law and 10 other areas of law. Jeffrey received a B.S. degree from Miami University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Akron Akron 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Jeffrey Wayne Leonard at a glance

Jeffrey Wayne Leonard is a trusts, estate planning, business, tax, and m&a attorney based in Akron, Ohio. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1983) and U.S. Tax Court (1983). Educated at The Ohio State University, Moritz College of Law (J.D., 1983) and Miami University (B.S. Accounting, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jeffrey Wayne Leonard is a lawyer practicing acquisitions and divestitures, banks and banking, business law and 10 other areas of law
  • Jeffrey received a B.S. degree from Miami University in 1978, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Jeffrey practices in Akron, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Jeffrey Wayne Leonard's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Jeffrey Wayne Leonard is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Ohio →

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.

Jeffrey Wayne Leonard is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Jeffrey Wayne Leonard is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Tax Law

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

Jeffrey Wayne Leonard is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Ohio →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Jeffrey Wayne Leonard is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Akron are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jeffrey Wayne Leonard

Where is Jeffrey Wayne Leonard's law office located?
Jeffrey Wayne Leonard's law practice is located in Akron, Ohio. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jeffrey Wayne Leonard handle?
Jeffrey Wayne Leonard focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, tax, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Jeffrey Wayne Leonard practiced law?
Jeffrey Wayne Leonard has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Jeffrey Wayne Leonard go to law school?
Jeffrey Wayne Leonard earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S. Accounting, 1978).
How can I contact Jeffrey Wayne Leonard for a consultation?
You can contact Jeffrey Wayne 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 Jeffrey Wayne Leonard received?
Jeffrey Wayne Leonard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University, Moritz College of Law
- 1983
B.S. Accounting
Miami University
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1983

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