Atty. Robert L. Leonard

Atty. Robert L. Leonard

Robert L. Leonard is a lawyer practicing employment and discrimination law, civil litigation, business and 4 other areas of law.

Springfield Springfield 54 yrs experience 54 year
Call (774) 351-1079 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Robert L. Leonard at a glance

Robert L. Leonard is a Member based in Springfield, Massachusetts, practicing at Doherty, Wallace, Pillsbury and Murphy, P.C.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1972), U.S. Court of the Armed Forces (1973), U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1977), and U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1980). Educated at Boston College (J.D., 1972) and College of the Holy Cross (A.B., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Springfield, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert L. Leonard is a lawyer practicing employment and discrimination law, civil litigation, business and 4 other areas of law
  • Robert received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Robert practices at Doherty, Wallace, Pillsbury and Murphy, P.C. in Springfield, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Robert L. Leonard's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert L. Leonard 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.

Robert L. Leonard is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts →

Employment Law

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

Robert L. Leonard is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Massachusetts →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Robert L. Leonard is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →

Product Liability

Robert L. Leonard is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Massachusetts →

Civil Litigation

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

Robert L. Leonard is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert L. Leonard

Where is Robert L. Leonard's law office located?
Robert L. Leonard's law practice is located in Springfield, Massachusetts. The firm is Doherty, Wallace, Pillsbury and Murphy, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert L. Leonard handle?
Robert L. Leonard focuses on personal injury, employment, business, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Robert L. Leonard practiced law?
Robert L. Leonard has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Robert L. Leonard go to law school?
Robert L. Leonard earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (A.B., 1969).
How can I contact Robert L. Leonard for a consultation?
You can contact Robert L. Leonard 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 Robert L. Leonard received?
Robert L. Leonard's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston College
- 1972
A.B.
College of the Holy Cross
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of the Armed Forces
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1991

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