Atty. Stephen John Leahu

Atty. Stephen John Leahu

Stephen John Leahu is a lawyer practicing entertainment, arts, & sports, biotechnology and genomics, business law and 12 other areas of law. Stephen received a M.B.A. degree from Loyola University Chicago, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Tampa Tampa 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen John Leahu at a glance

Stephen John Leahu is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Akerman LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2007), Florida (2008), Florida (2008), and District of Columbia (2010). Educated at The John Marshall Law School LL.M. The John Marshall Law School (J.D., 2007) and Loyola University Chicago M.B.A. University of Chicago M.S. Computer Science University of Illinoi at Chicago M.Eng. Engineering University of Illinois at Chicago (B.S. Biochemistry, 1996). Active member of The Florida Bar, Hillsborough Bar Association, Federal Bar Association, American Intellectual Property Law Association, American Bar Association. Provides legal services in Romanian Spanish. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Stephen John Leahu is a lawyer practicing entertainment, arts, & sports, biotechnology and genomics, business law and 12 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a M.B.A. degree from Loyola University Chicago, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Stephen practices at Akerman LLP in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen John Leahu's Areas of Practice

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

Patent Law

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Trademark Law

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Copyright 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 Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen John Leahu

Where is Stephen John Leahu's law office located?
Stephen John Leahu's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Akerman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen John Leahu handle?
Stephen John Leahu focuses on patent, trademark, copyright, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Stephen John Leahu practiced law?
Stephen John Leahu has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
What languages does Stephen John Leahu speak?
Stephen John Leahu provides legal services in Romanian Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Stephen John Leahu go to law school?
Stephen John Leahu earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.S. Biochemistry, 1996).
How can I contact Stephen John Leahu for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen John Leahu 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.

Education

J.D.
The John Marshall Law School LL.M. The John Marshall Law School
- 2007
B.S. Biochemistry
Loyola University Chicago M.B.A. University of Chicago M.S. Computer Science University of Illinoi at Chicago M.Eng. Engineering University of Illinois at Chicago
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2007
Florida
Admitted: 2008
Florida
Admitted: 2008
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2010
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2010

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