Atty. John Leo McShane

Atty. John Leo McShane

Mr. John Leo McShane is a lawyer practicing probate, bankruptcy, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law.

Miami Miami 72 yrs experience 72 year
Call (786) 796-1068 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John Leo McShane at a glance

John Leo McShane is a wills, trusts, probate, criminal defense, and bankruptcy attorney based in Miami, Florida. They have 72+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1954. Admitted to practice in Florida (1954). Educated at University of Miami J.D. (—) and University of Pittsburgh B.A. (—). Serands clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John Leo McShane is a lawyer practicing probate, bankruptcy, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Pittsburgh, and has been licensed for 72 years
  • John practices in Miami, FL

Practice Areas Explained

John Leo McShane's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

John Leo McShane is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Florida →

Trusts

John Leo McShane is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

Probate

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

John Leo McShane is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Leo McShane

Where is John Leo McShane's law office located?
John Leo McShane's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Leo McShane handle?
John Leo McShane focuses on wills, trusts, probate, criminal defense, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has John Leo McShane practiced law?
John Leo McShane has 72+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1954.
Where did John Leo McShane go to law school?
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Education

University of Miami J.D.
- In Progress
University of Pittsburgh B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1954

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