Jeffrey Leonard
Partner
Jeffrey.Leonard@lewisbrisbois.com
Jeffrey Leonard is a partner in the Newark office of Lewis Brisbois and a member of the Professional Liability Practice.
Jeff represents clients in complex commercial, employment, personal injury and professional liability matters. He defends clients in these matters in the state and federal courts in New Jersey and New York. He has significant experience in defending attorneys, architects, engineers, insurance producers and real estate agents and brokers in malpractice actions. He also has a substantial practice defending business entities and individuals in employment discrimination matters.
In addition, Jeff is a skilled appellate advocate. He has successfully argued matters before the Supreme Court and Appellate Division of New Jersey.
Primary Area(s) of Practice
- Professional Liability
- Products Liability
- Labor & Employment
- COVID-19: Labor & Employment
Admissions
NY; NJ
US District Court for the District of New Jersey
US District Court for the Southern District of New York
US Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
US Supreme Court
Associations
Member, Claims and Litigation Management Alliance
Awards & Honors
Listed in Best Lawyers in America® 2023-2024 — Insurance Law
Education
Syracuse University College of Law
Juris Doctor, 1993
University at Albany
Bachelor of Arts, 1990