Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Tucson, AZ
Founded in 1977 by David J. Leonard and Sidney Lex Felker, our firm has built a legacy of delivering quality legal services with unwavering ethical standards. We specialize in estate planning, real estate, business law, and tax advisory, serving clients across Arizona and California. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience, with some practitioners having served since the firm's inception. We prioritize long-term client relationships, often working with multiple generations of families and collaborating with their financial advisors. Our approach combines meticulous legal analysis with personalized service, ensuring clients receive strategic counsel tailored to their unique needs. With offices in Tucson and Los Angeles, we maintain a strong regional presence while handling matters of national complexity.Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our track record of resolving intricate legal challenges in trust administration, commercial transactions, and municipal law. We operate under strict confidentiality protocols and maintain transparent communication throughout every case. Our team's expertise extends to guiding clients through probate processes, business succession planning, and real estate development projects. We believe in proactive legal solutions that anticipate future challenges while addressing immediate concerns. This philosophy has allowed us to maintain many client relationships spanning decades, reflecting our dedication to consistent, high-quality legal representation.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Tax Advisory
Real Estate Law
Business Transactions
Employment Law
Municipal Law
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of combined legal experience across multiple practice areas
- Our team maintains long-term relationships with multi-generational client families
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances
- Our attorneys have specialized expertise in Arizona and California real estate law
- We maintain transparent communication throughout every legal matter
Services
Estate Planning
We create comprehensive estate plans to preserve assets and ensure smooth wealth transfer. Our attorneys help clients establish trusts, wills, and powers of attorney tailored to their family and business needs. With decades of experience in Arizona and California law, we provide strategic guidance on business succession and tax-efficient estate structuring.
Probate Administration
Our team guides executors and beneficiaries through probate processes with efficiency and care. We handle trust administration, asset distribution, and dispute resolution while maintaining compliance with state-specific regulations. This includes managing estates for incapacitated individuals and minor beneficiaries.
Real Estate Law
We represent clients in all aspects of real estate matters, from residential transactions to complex commercial developments. Our services include title resolution, contract negotiation, zoning compliance, and dispute resolution for properties ranging from single-family homes to industrial complexes.
Business Transactions
We assist businesses with formation, contract drafting, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. Our attorneys provide strategic counsel on business succession planning and employment law matters, ensuring legal protection while supporting growth objectives.
Tax Advisory
Our tax services focus on minimizing liabilities through strategic estate and business planning. We advise on federal, state, and local tax implications for real estate transactions, corporate restructuring, and wealth transfer strategies while maintaining full compliance with applicable regulations.
People
Brooke Felker-Johnston
Attorney
Practicing since 2003 with focus on estate planning and trust administration. Provides personalized legal solutions while maintaining the firm's tradition of excellence.
Sidney Lex Felker
Founding Partner
Co-founder with extensive experience in estate planning and business law. Has guided the firm's growth since 1977 while maintaining direct client relationships.
David J. Leonard
Founding Partner
Co-founder specializing in real estate and business transactions. Brings decades of experience in Arizona commercial law and property development matters.
Donna M. Aversa
Attorney
Experienced legal practitioner since 1987 with expertise in estate planning and probate administration. Known for thorough client counseling and meticulous case management.
James K. Marvel
Of Counsel
Estate planning specialist with 44 years of experience. Focuses on creating customized solutions for complex family and business succession scenarios.
Questions
What legal services does Leonard & Felker offer?
We specialize in estate planning, trust administration, real estate law, business transactions, tax advisory, employment law, and municipal law services.
How long has Leonard & Felker been in practice?
Our attorneys have provided legal services since 1977, with some practitioners having over 40 years of experience.
Do you handle cross-state legal matters?
Yes, we serve clients in both Arizona and California with coordinated legal solutions.
How do you approach estate planning?
We create customized estate plans focusing on asset preservation, business succession, and family legacy protection.
What real estate experience do you have?
We handle all property types including residential developments, commercial properties, and industrial projects.
How can I establish an attorney-client relationship?
Contact us directly to discuss your legal needs - a formal engagement agreement establishes confidentiality protections.
