Atty. Philip A. Leff

Atty. Philip A. Leff

Philip A. Leff is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, probate and 4 other areas of law.

Iowa City Iowa City 67 yrs experience 67 year
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Profile Summary

About Philip A. Leff at a glance

Philip A. Leff is an Of Counsel based in Iowa City, Iowa. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Iowa (1959). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1959) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1954). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Johnson County Bar Association (President, 1969-1970) Iowa State (Member: Title Standards Committee, 1990-1998 and 2003— Real Estate Section Council, 2003—) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Iowa City, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Philip A. Leff is a lawyer practicing real estate, estate planning, probate and 4 other areas of law
  • Philip received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1954, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • Philip practices in Iowa City, IA

Practice Areas Explained

Philip A. Leff's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Philip A. Leff is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Iowa →

Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Philip A. Leff is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

Real Estate Law

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

Philip A. Leff is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Philip A. Leff

Where is Philip A. Leff's law office located?
Philip A. Leff's law practice is located in Iowa City, Iowa. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip A. Leff handle?
Philip A. Leff focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Philip A. Leff practiced law?
Philip A. Leff has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did Philip A. Leff go to law school?
Philip A. Leff earned their education at (J.D., 1959); (B.A., 1954).
How can I contact Philip A. Leff for a consultation?
You can contact Philip A. Leff 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 Philip A. Leff received?
Philip A. Leff's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1959
B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1954

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 1959

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