John Francis Leone, Lawyer in Buffalo, New York John Francis Leone is a highly experienced lawyer based in Buffalo, New York, with over 25 years of experience in various practice areas. He specializes in pensions, qualified retirement plans, wills, estate planning, estate and trust administration, as well as residential and commercial real estate. Leone obtained both his J.D. and B.S. degrees from the State University of New York at Buffalo, showcasing his strong educational background. In his wills and estates practice, John has a proven track record of successfully defending proponents of wills in will contests, representing beneficiaries in contested will cases, and filing claims related to breaches of fiduciary duty by individuals misusing a power of attorney for personal gain. His expertise in estate planning and administration is further demonstrated through his frequent contributions as an author of articles on these topics. John is an active member of various professional organizations, including the Estate Analysts of Western New York, the Surrogate’s Court Practice & Procedure committee, and the Elder Law Practice & Procedure committee of the Bar Association of Erie County. His dedication to his clients and his commitment to upholding the highest standards of legal practice make him a trusted and respected figure in the legal community. Overall, John Francis Leone s extensive experience, strong educational background, and commitment to excellence make him a top choice for individuals seeking legal assistance in matters related to wills, estates, and real estate in the Buffalo, New York area.

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John F. Leone is a highly experienced lawyer in Buffalo, New York, with expertise in wills, estates, and real estate law. Learn more about his background and practice areas.

Legal Issues

Business Law: Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes

Estate Planning: Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills

Real Estate Law: Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law

Tax Law: Business Taxes, Criminal Tax Litigation, Estate Tax Planning, Income Taxes, International Taxes, Payroll Taxes, Property Taxes, Sales Taxes, Tax Appeals, Tax Audits, Tax Planning

Certificates

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Languages

English: Spoken, Written

Accepted Jurisdictions

New York

Since 1987

Experience

Education

SUNY Buffalo Law School

J.D. (1986)
Graduation year: 1986

State University of New York - Buffalo

B.S. (1983) | Business Administration and Management
Graduation year: 1979

Associations

New York State Bar # 2097590

has membership
1987 - Current

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