Atty. Leo Sullivan
Leo Sullivan is a lawyer practicing real estate and business law, litigation, arbitration and political law and 3 other areas of law. Leo received a B.A. degree from University of San Francisco in 1967, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Arbitration and Political Law & More Attorney · Serving San Diego, CA · 52+ Years Experience
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About Leo Sullivan at a Glance
Leo Sullivan is a Principal based in San Diego, California, practicing at Sullivan Lawyers. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1974). Educated at University of California at Davis (J.D., 1974) and University of San Francisco (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Arbitrator: Commercial and Large, Complex Case Panels, State Bar of California San Diego County Bar Association California Political Attorneys Association Association of Business Trial Lawyers American Arbitration Association. Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Leo Sullivan
- Leo Sullivan is a lawyer practicing real estate and business law, litigation, arbitration and political law and 3 other areas of law
- Leo received a B.A. degree from University of San Francisco in 1967, and has been licensed for 52 years
- Leo practices at Sullivan Lawyers in San Diego, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Leo Sullivan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leo Sullivan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Diego.
Trusts in San Diego
Leo Sullivan is one of 103,428 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →
Estate Planning & Probate in San Diego
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Leo Sullivan is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in San Diego
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Leo Sullivan is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in San Diego
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Leo Sullivan is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in San Diego
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 San Diego
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 San Diego 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 venue, 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.
San Diego Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Diego-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Diego Choose Leo Sullivan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Leo Sullivan's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Leo Sullivan brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and business, Leo Sullivan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Diego
A San Diego-based practice means Leo Sullivan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Leo Sullivan Handles in San Diego
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Leo Sullivan directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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