Sara Hardner Leon

Sara Hardner Leon

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 35 years

Government Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Government, Employment & Labor, Education ... +2 more

2901 Via Fortuna, Terrace 6, Ste. 475, Austin, TX

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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 35 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1990

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Leon | Alcala, PLLC

2901 Via Fortuna, Terrace 6, Ste. 475, Austin, TX, 78746

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Sara Hardner Leon's Reviews

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12 Client Reviews

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Posted by James | June 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Education

James Baize Superintendent Priddy ISD

Sara has directed Priddy ISD through a difficult time. She is professional, responsive, and extremely thorough. Her knowledge of school law is remarkable. She is the best!

Posted by Bobby | May 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Superintendent of Temple ISD

I’m a believer that you don’t hire a firm but you hire an attorney. Sara Leon is an attorney - someone I would consider a teammate and will give you the best advice imaginable. She has lots of experience, is VERY responsive and has helped TISD navigate some challenging situations coming out in the ...other side with successful outcomes. I’ve worked with Sara over the years and would describe her as consistent, diligent in her services and one of the best professional service hires I’ve ever been a part of.

Posted by Jim Bob | May 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney

School Board President

Sara Leon and her staff are very professional and quick to respond to our needs.

Posted by anonymous | May 04, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Education

Asst. Superintendent, Barbers Hill I.S.D.

Sara Leon and her staff are outstanding in every aspect of school law. They are responsive, extremely knowledgable, and assist with issues ranging from policy updates, grievances, labor law, non-renewals, contracts, and other school-related issues that arise. Every attorney I have worked with is h...elpful and patient, and walk me through all aspects of matters that need attention from start to finish. I cannot say enough good things about Sara Leon and her team.....they are exemplary! I recommend them without reservation and know you will be pleased if you select them as your counsel.

Posted by anonymous | September 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney

Superintendent

I have found the advice from Sara Leon and Associates to be practical, reasonable, and effective. While I have used other firms, I come back to Sara Leon and Associates when I need advice from someone who understands what I deal with every day, and can provide an answer that makes sense.

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Sara Hardner Leon's Lawyer Endorsements

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Marilyn Walters

Education lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Sara is a hardworking, ethical attorney who will not waste client time and money. But when things go down, you will not be sorry to have Sara on your side."

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Stephen Koebele

Government lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2022

Texas Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

Associations

2019 - 2022

National Association of Bond Lawyers

Member

2010 - 2022

Education Law Association

Member

1990 - 2022

Texas Council of School Attorneys

Member

1990 - 2022

National Council of School Attorneys

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

D.H.H. by Rob Anna H. v. Kirbyville CISD, 5th Cir., No. 20-40315

Judgment on all claims in favor of client; upheld on appeal to 5th Circuit Court of Appeals

In re Kirbyville CISD, No. 09-19-209-CV, Court of Appeals, Beaumont

Successful appeal for failure to transfer venue

Scott v. Crockett ISD, U.S. Dist. Court, E.D. Tex., 9:15-CV-142

Judgment on all claims in favor of client.

Hejny v. Grand Saline ISD, 420 Fed. Appx. 473 (5th Cir. 2011)

Dismissal of all claims

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Education

1990

University of Texas School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)

1985

Brown University

AB

Languages

Spanish

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