Atty. Leonard Leader

Atty. Leonard Leader

Leonard Leader is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, probate and 1 other area of law. Leonard received a B.A. degree from City College of the City University of New York in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.

New Haven New Haven 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Leonard Leader at a glance

Leonard Leader is a Partner based in New Haven, Connecticut, practicing at Wiggin and Dana LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and elder law. Admitted to practice in New York (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1975), and Connecticut (1983). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1973) and City College of the City University of New York (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Leonard Leader is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, estate planning, probate and 1 other area of law
  • Leonard received a B.A. degree from City College of the City University of New York in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Leonard practices at Wiggin and Dana LLP in New Haven, CT and 4 others locations

Practice Areas Explained

Leonard Leader's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Leonard Leader is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Connecticut →

Probate

Leonard Leader is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Connecticut →

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.

Leonard Leader is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Connecticut →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Leonard Leader is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in Connecticut →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Leonard Leader

Where is Leonard Leader's law office located?
Leonard Leader's law practice is located in New Haven, Connecticut. The firm is Wiggin and Dana LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leonard Leader handle?
Leonard Leader focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Leonard Leader practiced law?
Leonard Leader has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Leonard Leader go to law school?
Leonard Leader earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Leonard Leader for a consultation?
You can contact Leonard Leader directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Leonard Leader received?
Leonard Leader's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1973
B.A.
City College of the City University of New York
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1975
Connecticut
Admitted: 1983

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