Atty. Leonard W. Jones

Atty. Leonard W. Jones

Leonard W. Jones is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, probate and 6 other areas of law.

Brooklyn Brooklyn 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (363) 201-9011 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Leonard W. Jones at a glance

Leonard W. Jones is a Member based in Brooklyn, New York, practicing at Jones & Makau. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on wills, chapter 7, trusts, probate, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in New York (1992), U.S. Supreme Court (1996), Illinois (2000), and District of Columbia (2006). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1992) and Norfolk State University (B.S. The, 1988). Serands clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Leonard W. Jones is a lawyer practicing estate planning, wills, probate and 6 other areas of law
  • Leonard received a B.S. degree from Norfolk State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Leonard practices at Jones & Makau in Brooklyn, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Leonard W. Jones's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

Leonard W. Jones is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in New York →

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Leonard W. Jones is one of 8,885 chapter 7 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 7 attorneys in New York →

Trusts

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Probate

Leonard W. Jones is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in New York →

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.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Leonard W. Jones

Where is Leonard W. Jones's law office located?
Leonard W. Jones's law practice is located in Brooklyn, New York. The firm is Jones & Makau. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leonard W. Jones handle?
Leonard W. Jones focuses on wills, chapter 7, trusts, probate, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Leonard W. Jones practiced law?
Leonard W. Jones has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Leonard W. Jones go to law school?
Leonard W. Jones earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S. The, 1988).
How can I contact Leonard W. Jones for a consultation?
You can contact Leonard W. Jones 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.

Education

J.D.
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
- 1992
B.S. The
Norfolk State University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1996
Illinois
Admitted: 2000
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2006
Maryland
Admitted: 2007

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