Atty. John J. Leonard Esquire

Atty. John J. Leonard Esquire

Mr. Leonard has comprehensive experience in business, personal injury, insurance, malpractice, professional licensing and ethics litigation.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 51 yrs experience 51 year
Call (445) 269-1016 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John J. Leonard Esquire at a glance

John J. Leonard Esquire is a Managing Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Leonard Sciolla, LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1975), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1976), U.S. Supreme Court (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1996). Educated at Temple University (J.D., 1975) and Drexel University (B.S., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Leonard has comprehensive experience in business, personal injury, insurance, malpractice, professional licensing and ethics litigation
  • His law practice also concentrates in the areas of business and individual transactions, contracts, business break-ups, insurance, healthcare, planning and administration of estates, environmental law, counseling and planning for closely held businesses, serious personal injuries matters, attorney disciplinary and ethics matters, and professional licensing
  • Mr. Leonard has served as a mediator, arbitrator, attorney ethics advisor, and expert witness
  • He is engaged in various civic, political and non-profit matters and has served on the Boards of several non-profit entities in Pennsylvania and Delaware. “If you have a legal problem, call me
  • I do not bite.” -John

Practice Areas Explained

John J. Leonard Esquire's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

John J. Leonard Esquire is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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.

John J. Leonard Esquire is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Business & Corporate Law

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

John J. Leonard Esquire is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John J. Leonard Esquire

Where is John J. Leonard Esquire's law office located?
John J. Leonard Esquire's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Leonard Sciolla, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John J. Leonard Esquire handle?
John J. Leonard Esquire focuses on probate, estate planning, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has John J. Leonard Esquire practiced law?
John J. Leonard Esquire has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did John J. Leonard Esquire go to law school?
John J. Leonard Esquire earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.S., 1972).
How can I contact John J. Leonard Esquire for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John J. Leonard Esquire received?
John J. Leonard Esquire's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Temple University
- 1975
B.S.
Drexel University
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1996
Ohio
Admitted: 1996

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