James D. "Jim" Leonard
About James D. Leonard
James D. Leonard is a lawyer based in Denver, CO and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. James D. Leonard is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Denver, Colorado
- Corporate Law
- Entertainment Law - Motion Pictures and Television
- Entertainment Law - Music
- Sports Law
Current Firm: Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
Education: University of Denver, J.D., graduated 1993
Location: Denver, CO
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