Atty. Leslie R. Bennett

Atty. Leslie R. Bennett

Leslie R. Bennett is a lawyer practicing environmental law, occupational safety and health, toxic tort and 4 other areas of law.

Melville Melville 52 yrs experience 52 year
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Profile Summary

About Leslie R. Bennett at a glance

Leslie R. Bennett is a Member based in Melville, New York. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in New York (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1974), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1976), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1976). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1973) and New York University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Nassau County (Co-Chair, Environmental Law Committee, 1997-1999) and New York State (Member, Environmental, Labor and Employment, and Litigation Sections) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Melville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Leslie R. Bennett is a lawyer practicing environmental law, occupational safety and health, toxic tort and 4 other areas of law
  • Leslie received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • Leslie practices in Melville, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Leslie R. Bennett's Areas of Practice

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

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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Leslie R. Bennett is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in New York →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Leslie R. Bennett is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in New York →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Leslie R. Bennett is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Leslie R. Bennett is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in New York →

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 Melville 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 Leslie R. Bennett

Where is Leslie R. Bennett's law office located?
Leslie R. Bennett's law practice is located in Melville, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leslie R. Bennett handle?
Leslie R. Bennett focuses on personal injury, employment, workers comp, litigation, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Leslie R. Bennett practiced law?
Leslie R. Bennett has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did Leslie R. Bennett go to law school?
Leslie R. Bennett earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Leslie R. Bennett for a consultation?
You can contact Leslie R. Bennett 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 Leslie R. Bennett received?
Leslie R. Bennett's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1973
B.A.
New York University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1974
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1987

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