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Michael I. Leonard

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  • Illinois
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Legal Knowledge
5.0/5.0
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Legal Analysis
5.0/5.0
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Communication Skills
5.0/5.0
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Ethics and Professionalism
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James D Tunick
James D Tunick April 26, 2024
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
Mike has a unique combination of lawyering skills that set him apart from almost every trial lawyer. His ability to control the courtroom and relate to the jurors is top notch. The judges respect his advocacy and legal knowledge. He always masters the facts in every case, along with the relevant law. He relates to and is honest with each client. He gets the best results!!! View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

I have tried three federal jury trials with Mike Leonard and worked with him on several other cases.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client
  • Different Client, Same Side of Case

We have worked together on many cases.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
I have worked with Michael Leonard on various cases from the year 1999-2024
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

Mike is possibly the most effective advocate I have ever worked with, worked against or seen presenting their case or issue. He is remarkably knowledgeable about the legal issue he is presenting and he presents it in a way that typically destroys opposing counsel's argument.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Mike Leonard knows the cases in and out with respect to his legal position and the position of his opposition.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Mike Leonard ability to synthesize facts with the relevant law is excellent.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Mike Leonard's communication skills with both the court and his client are top notch. Every client that we worked together on always wants Mike to be involved with their future legal issues.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Mike Leonard has earned the respect of every federal judge who he has appeared before.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Civil and criminal litigation is what Mike Leonard excels in, although it would not surprise me to see him excel in other areas.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Appeals
  • Client Relations
  • Drafting
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Litigation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Pro Bono and Community Services
  • Trials
Q. Please provide any additional comments about this lawyer
At this point in time, I think most litigators in Chicago realize that Mike might be the best trial lawyer in the city.
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes
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