Atty. Leonard R. Devaney
Mr. Leonard R.
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Leonard R. Devaney is a Supr. Ct. J. based in Sitka, Alaska. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Alaska (1991). Educated at University of Montana (J.D., 1990) and University of North Carolina at Wilmington (B.S., 1979). Serves clients in Sitka, AK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Leonard R. Devaney is a lawyer practicing family law, criminal law, personal injury
- Leonard received a B.S. degree from University of North Carolina at Wilmington in 1979, and has been licensed for 35 years
- Leonard practices in Sitka, AK
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leonard R. Devaney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
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 R. Devaney is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Alaska →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Leonard R. Devaney is one of 190,900 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Alaska →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Leonard R. Devaney is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Alaska →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Alaska
Practicing law in Alaska. Legal matters in Alaska are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Sitka are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alaska state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alaska 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 Alaska courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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