Atty. Leigh Weber Burnside

Atty. Leigh Weber Burnside

Leigh Weber Burnside is a lawyer practicing business litigation, trust litigation, estate litigation and 3 other areas of law. Leigh received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Fresno Fresno 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Leigh Weber Burnside at a glance

Leigh Weber Burnside is a Trust and Estate Litigation Dept. Chair based in Fresno, California, practicing at Fennemore. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1997) and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Central Districts of California (1997). Educated at Santa Clara University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Stanford University (B.A. English, 1994). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Fresno County Bar Association (Member, Board of Directors, 2006) State Bar of California (Member, Litigation Section) Fresno County Young Lawyers Association (Member, Board of Directors, 1999-2003) Association of Business Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Leigh Weber Burnside is a lawyer practicing business litigation, trust litigation, estate litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Leigh received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Leigh practices at Fennemore in Fresno, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Leigh Weber Burnside's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leigh Weber Burnside handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Leigh Weber Burnside is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Estate & Trust Litigation

Leigh Weber Burnside is one of 20,023 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in California →

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 California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Leigh Weber Burnside

Where is Leigh Weber Burnside's law office located?
Leigh Weber Burnside's law practice is located in Fresno, California. The firm is Fennemore. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leigh Weber Burnside handle?
Leigh Weber Burnside focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Leigh Weber Burnside practiced law?
Leigh Weber Burnside has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Leigh Weber Burnside go to law school?
Leigh Weber Burnside earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. English, 1994).
How can I contact Leigh Weber Burnside for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Leigh Weber Burnside received?
Leigh Weber Burnside's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University School of Law
- 1997
B.A. English
Stanford University
- 1994

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Central Districts of California
Admitted: 1997

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