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John F. Leone is an attorney based in Buffalo, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Real Estate and Trusts. John has over 39 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Buffalo, NEW YORK
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Real Estate · Trusts
- Handles Real Estate and Trusts matters from Buffalo, NEW YORK.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Buffalo) (2026).
About John F. Leone: John F. Leone is an attorney based in Buffalo, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Real Estate and Trusts. John has over 39 years of legal experience.
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John F. Leone represents clients in Buffalo, New York across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About John F. Leone
John F. Leone has practiced almost 30 years in the areas of wills, estate planning, estate and trust administration, qualified retirement plans and residential and commercial real estate.
He received both his J.D. and B.S. degrees from the State University of New York at Buffalo.In connection with his wills and estates practice, John has successfully defended proponents of wills subject to will contests, contested wills on behalf of beneficiaries, and has filed claims relating to breaches of fiduciary duty by individuals using a power of attorney for their own benefit.
John also counsels clients on effective methods to reduce estate taxes and income taxes. John assists developers and clients with commercial loan transactions, the dedication of roads and the negotiation and drafting of leases.
John is a frequent author of articles pertaining to estate planning and administration. He currently serves as Vice President of the Estate Analysts of Western New York and is a member of the Surrogate’s Court Practice & Procedure and Elder Law Practice & Procedure committees of the Bar Association of Erie County.
Credentials
Education
State University of New York at Buffalo
JD · 1986
State University of New York at Buffalo
BS · 1983
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
New York
1987 · ACTIVE
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Awards & honors
Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Buffalo)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Buffalo)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Trusts and Estates (Buffalo)
2022
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
2026
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What areas of law does John F. Leone practice?
John F. Leone focuses on Real Estate and Trusts.
Where is John F. Leone located?
John F. Leone primarily serves clients in Buffalo, New York, with an office at 465 Main Street, Suite 600.
How experienced is John F. Leone?
John F. Leone has 39 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 1987.
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How can I schedule a consultation with John F. Leone?
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