Atty. Malcolm Leader-Picone

Atty. Malcolm Leader-Picone

Malcolm Leader-Picone is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, bankruptcy litigation, real estate and 2 other areas of law. Malcolm received a A.B. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 1975, and has been licensed for 44 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 44 yrs experience 44 year
Call (628) 218-5282 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Malcolm Leader-Picone at a glance

Malcolm Leader-Picone is an Of Counsel based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Macdonald Fernandez LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1982) and U.S. District Courts, Northern and Eastern Districts of California, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Cir (1982). Educated at University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of California at Santa Cruz (A.B., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Malcolm Leader-Picone is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, bankruptcy litigation, real estate and 2 other areas of law
  • Malcolm received a A.B. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz in 1975, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Malcolm practices at Macdonald Fernandez LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Malcolm Leader-Picone's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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

Malcolm Leader-Picone is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Malcolm Leader-Picone is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Malcolm Leader-Picone is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Malcolm Leader-Picone is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

Malcolm Leader-Picone is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

Looking for additional California attorneys? Browse all attorneys in San Francisco or all attorneys in California.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Malcolm Leader-Picone

Where is Malcolm Leader-Picone's law office located?
Malcolm Leader-Picone's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Macdonald Fernandez LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Malcolm Leader-Picone handle?
Malcolm Leader-Picone focuses on employment, business, real estate, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Malcolm Leader-Picone practiced law?
Malcolm Leader-Picone has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Malcolm Leader-Picone go to law school?
Malcolm Leader-Picone earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (A.B., 1975).
How can I contact Malcolm Leader-Picone for a consultation?
You can contact Malcolm Leader-Picone 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 Malcolm Leader-Picone received?
Malcolm Leader-Picone's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Boalt Hall School of Law
- 1982
A.B.
University of California at Santa Cruz
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Courts, Northern and Eastern Districts of California, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Cir
Admitted: 1982

Reviews

5.0
1 Review
5 0
4 0
3 0
2 0
1 0
These reviews belong to platform users; they do not constitute advertisement or promotion for the attorney. Opinions are published for informational purposes only.

No reviews yet.