Atty. Leonard Irwin Desser

Atty. Leonard Irwin Desser

Leonard Irwin Desser is a lawyer practicing general civil law, criminal trial practice in all state and federal court law, personal injury law and 8 other areas of law. Leonard received a B.A. degree from University of Miami in 1954, and has been licensed for 70 years.

Towson Towson 70 yrs experience 70 year
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Profile Summary

About Leonard Irwin Desser at a glance

Leonard Irwin Desser is a Member based in Towson, Maryland, practicing at Leonard I. Desser. They have 70+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1956. Their practice focuses on wills, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1956), Florida (1956), and U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1956). Educated at University of Maryland (LL.B., 1956) and University of Miami (B.A., 1954). Active member of Maryland State Bar Association Maryland Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Towson, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Leonard Irwin Desser is a lawyer practicing general civil law, criminal trial practice in all state and federal court law, personal injury law and 8 other areas of law
  • Leonard received a B.A. degree from University of Miami in 1954, and has been licensed for 70 years
  • Leonard practices at Leonard I. Desser in Towson, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Leonard Irwin Desser's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Leonard Irwin Desser is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Maryland →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Leonard Irwin Desser is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →

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.

Leonard Irwin Desser is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Maryland →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Leonard Irwin Desser is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Maryland →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Leonard Irwin Desser is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Leonard Irwin Desser

Where is Leonard Irwin Desser's law office located?
Leonard Irwin Desser's law practice is located in Towson, Maryland. The firm is Leonard I. Desser. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leonard Irwin Desser handle?
Leonard Irwin Desser focuses on wills, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Leonard Irwin Desser practiced law?
Leonard Irwin Desser has 70+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1956.
Where did Leonard Irwin Desser go to law school?
Leonard Irwin Desser earned their education at (LL.B., 1956); (B.A., 1954).
How can I contact Leonard Irwin Desser for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
University of Maryland
- 1956
B.A.
University of Miami
- 1954

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1956
Florida
Admitted: 1956
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1956

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