Atty. Shanks Leonhardt

Atty. Shanks Leonhardt

Mr. Shanks Leonhardt is a lawyer practicing business, construction & commercial law, appellate practice, bad faith and 20 other areas of law.

Phoenix Phoenix 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Shanks Leonhardt at a glance

Shanks Leonhardt is a Shareholder based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Sanders And Parks Professional Corporation. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on contracts, copyright, personal injury, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Arizona US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit US District Court (2007), U.S. District Court District of Arizona (2008), Kentucky (2010), and U.S. District Court District of Colorado (2012). Educated at Arizona State University, Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, Tempe, Arizona (J.D., 2007) and Arizona State University (B.A., 2001). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations •State Bar of Arizona •Maricopa County Bar Association •Board Member, Arizona Association of Defense Counsel •Arizona Insurance Council •American Bar Association, Litigation Section •Claims Litigation Management. Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Shanks Leonhardt is a lawyer practicing business, construction & commercial law, appellate practice, bad faith and 20 other areas of law
  • Shanks received a B.A. magna cum laude degree from Arizona State University in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Shanks practices at Sanders & Parks Professional Corporation in Phoenix, AZ

Practice Areas Explained

Shanks Leonhardt's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Copyright Law

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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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Employment Law

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

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Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Shanks Leonhardt

Where is Shanks Leonhardt's law office located?
Shanks Leonhardt's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Sanders And Parks Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Shanks Leonhardt handle?
Shanks Leonhardt focuses on contracts, copyright, personal injury, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has Shanks Leonhardt practiced law?
Shanks Leonhardt has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Shanks Leonhardt go to law school?
Shanks Leonhardt earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2001).
How can I contact Shanks Leonhardt for a consultation?
You can contact Shanks Leonhardt 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 Shanks Leonhardt received?
Shanks Leonhardt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Arizona State University, Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law, Tempe, Arizona
- 2007
B.A.
Arizona State University
- 2001

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Arizona US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit US District Court
Admitted: 2007
U.S. District Court District of Arizona
Admitted: 2008
Kentucky
Admitted: 2010
U.S. District Court District of Colorado
Admitted: 2012
U.S. District Court Western District of Texas
Admitted: 2016

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