Michael Gerard Leonard

Michael Gerard Leonard

also known as Mick Leonard

5.0
Rating: 8.2

Licensed for 48 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Kansas City, MO
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Workers Compensation, Car Accidents, Litigation

929 Walnut Street, Suite 4110, Kansas City, MO

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Car Accident 25%

I have handled several hundred auto and truck accident cases since 1990. Call a lawyer right away before bad things happen, like blowing the statute of limitations!!!

36 years | 300 cases

25%
Criminal Defense 25%

I am a trial lawyer and have been in court representing criminal defendants in both State and Federal Courts. Licensed to practice in Missouri with a concentration on Jackson County.

36 years | 1,000 cases

25%
Litigation 25%

General Civil Litigation in State and Federal Court. I have represented trucking companies, filed product liability cases against foreign corporations and handled cases involving the DEA, EPA and US Department of Justice.

36 years | 299 cases

25%
Workers Compensation 25%

For twenty years I have represented hundreds of injured workers in Pennsylvania and now Missouri.

36 years | 700 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 48 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1977

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Michael G. Leonard, JD. LLC

929 Walnut Street, Suite 4110, Kansas City, MO, 64106

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Michael Gerard Leonard's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

9 Client Reviews

5 star (9)
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Posted by don woods | September 14, 2012

greatess lawyer and friend that i have ever had and a very honest and up front person

I want everybody to know that I have had mick as a lawyer since 1993 and he has handled my workmans comp for me plus some criminal things also and he has done me very very well very up front person kept me informed on everything the hole time and also got me what I had coming to me when it came to mo...ney and my medical bills. He is a real fighter when it comes to your rights and does not back down for anybody. He in not like alot of lawyers that will sell you out at all plus he is not in anybodys pocket like alot of lawyers are. I would also like to add this and to me he is more than a lawyer he is also my very best friend and I would do anything for him at all he is like the BROTHER THAT I NEVER HAD!!!!!!!!! you are great Big daddy mick and you keep up the good work sir and your are going to go very far with all of it I promise sir. So anybody that wants a honest lawyer and somebody that will keep you informed and fight for you and your rights Mick is the guy that you want!!!!!!

Posted by Todd | August 18, 2011

Principled and professional

Mr. Leonard represented me on two occasions, against charges that involved First Amendment rights. He was incredibly fair and generous to me and worked very hard to win both of these cases. It was clear that he knew the law well and that he cared. I owe him a very large debt of gratitude. He ...is both principled and professional. I would not hesitate to recommend him to others. He works tirelessly for his clients!

Michael Leonard

Replied last December 7, 2018

Thanks Todd. I have never charged a fee to represent people who are exercising their right to free speech.

Posted by Beth | July 8, 2011

DUI Case

Mr. Leonard was reffered to me by another attorney who did not handle DUI cases. I was seen by Mr. Leonard in a timely and professional manner. I had a face to face meeting where he collected the information he needed from me and explained to me the details of what I could expect to happen. I fel...t that he was a true advocate for me and was truly interested in doing all he could for me. I received ARD and minimal probation.....a relief. I recommend this attorney to my friends.

Posted by Bob | July 8, 2011

What a lawyer SHOULD be!

Mr. Leonard has spent a career honing his skills both in and out of the courtroom. He knows what insurance companies will do almost before they do, themselves. That gives his clients a definite edge. Because of his lengthy career in the courtroom, Mr. Leonard is more than good on his feet. He i...s that rare, gifted advocate who knows what to say, how to say it and when to say it in a courtroom setting. I'd say that Mr. Leonard is probably better than 99% of the lawyers practicing in the same area.

Posted by Karen | July 8, 2011

Michael Gerard Leonard

Excellent attorney. Very attentive and responsive. Responds in an exceptionally rapid time frame.

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Michael Gerard Leonard's Lawyer Endorsements

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Garrett Solomon

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jarrett Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mick is a passionate and skilled criminal defense trial lawyer. His experience spans countless jurisdictions--federal and state. I endorse Mick!"

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Kyle Rude

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is a very talented criminal defense lawyer."

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Joseph Hanyon

Litigation lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"A law suit has many twists and turns. When your up against a smart, professional and respected attorney, it affects the strategy of the case and ultimately how you counsel your client. I recognized early on in the litigation that Mick Leonard, was a force to be respected. His professionalism and apparent experience was a large factor in coming to a reasoned settlement of our case which ultimately benefited each of our clients. I endorse Attorney Leonard."

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Daniel Myshin

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mick is an experienced criminal defense attorney who is well known and respected by fellow lawyers and judges in Central Pennsylvania as a zealous advocate for his clients. If the need arose, I would trust Mick without hesitation to represent a member of my family."

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John Gummo

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mike Leonard since 1996. I endorse Mike based upon his excellent knowledge and reputation in criminal defense work. Mike always takes time to review and discuss the clients legal matter with them in detail. Mike is also very competent in the courtroom. I would highly recommend Attorney Leonard."

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Danny Lampley

Unknown lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Mick is a law school classmate who really made a memorable impression upon me. I found him to be smart, ethical, and quick-minded."

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Experience

Rating:  8.2 (Excellent)

Honors

1995

Advocate, Fully Informed Jury Association

Work Experience

1990 - 1992

Assistant Public Defender, Dauphin County Public Defender

Associations

2009 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1998 - 2009

Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Commonwealth vs. Zullinger

Not Guilty

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Education

1990

University of Mississippi School of Law

Juris Doctor

1986

University of Michigan

Bachelor Of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1996

Knowing your Constitutional Rights

Constitutional Rights

Languages

English

Activity

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