Atty. Phillip Bruce Leslie

Atty. Phillip Bruce Leslie

Phi Delta Phi. Member, Moot Court Board.

Greenup Greenup 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Phillip Bruce Leslie at a glance

Phillip Bruce Leslie is a Senior Partner based in Greenup, Kentucky, practicing at McGinnis Leslie PLLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1973), Ohio (1994), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (2002), and Tennessee (2003). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1973) and University of Kentucky (A.B., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Greenup/Lewis County, Boyd County, Kentucky (Member, House of Delegates, 1980-1986), Kentucky and Ohio State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Greenup, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Phi Delta Phi
  • Member, Moot Court Board
  • City Prosecutor, Flatwoods, Kentucky, 1974-1977

City Attorney

  • South Shore, Kentucky, 1976-1989
  • Greenup, Kentucky, 1977-1985
  • Flatwoods, Kentucky, 1978-2005
  • Trial Commissioner, Greenup District Court, 1978-2014
  • Approved Arbitrator, American Arbitration Association
  • Member, 1978- and Chairman, 1980-2006, Board of Directors, University of Kentucky, Ashland Community and Technical College, 1978-2008
  • Chairman, Community Hospice of Ashland, 2001-2004
  • Member, Board of Directors, Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital, 2005-2015
  • Member, Board of Directors, Paramount Arts Center of Ashland, 1999-2018
  • President, Paramount Arts Center of Ashland, 2005, 2014, 2015

Practice Areas Explained

Phillip Bruce Leslie's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Kentucky

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Phillip Bruce Leslie

Where is Phillip Bruce Leslie's law office located?
Phillip Bruce Leslie's law practice is located in Greenup, Kentucky. The firm is McGinnis Leslie PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Phillip Bruce Leslie handle?
Phillip Bruce Leslie focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has Phillip Bruce Leslie practiced law?
Phillip Bruce Leslie has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Phillip Bruce Leslie go to law school?
Phillip Bruce Leslie earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (A.B., 1969).
How can I contact Phillip Bruce Leslie for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Phillip Bruce Leslie received?
Phillip Bruce Leslie's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1973
A.B.
University of Kentucky
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky
Admitted: 1973
Ohio
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2002
Tennessee
Admitted: 2003

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