Joseph R. Leone

Joseph R. Leone concentrates his practice at Leone Law Offices on divorce, family law, and criminal defense law. He represents clients facing custody, child support, alimony, asset division, debt division, visitation, and parenting plan issues. Joseph also assists with paternity matters, modifications, enforcement actions, prenuptial agreements, guardianships, adoptions, and probate concerns. In criminal cases, he defends people accused of felonies and misdemeanors, including OUI, motor vehicle offenses, assault, domestic assault, restraining order violations, drug offenses, theft, arson, gun possession, and serious violent charges.

Joseph earned a B.S. from Suffolk University, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. He also earned a J.D. from Suffolk University Law School, graduating Cum Laude. His education gave him strong training in legal research, writing, courtroom preparation, and case analysis. He uses that background to review facts carefully, explain legal choices clearly, and prepare each matter with discipline. His academic record reflects focus, steady effort, and a strong base for handling family law and criminal defense cases.

Joseph is licensed to practice law in Massachusetts, New York, and Washington, D.C. He is also admitted to the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts. His legal career includes work in both family law and criminal defense, giving him experience with cases that affect a client’s home, children, freedom, and future. He belongs to several professional groups, including the Massachusetts Bar Association, American Trial Lawyers Association, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and American Bar Association.

Joseph R. Leone helps people by guiding them through stressful legal problems with clear advice and steady representation. In family law, he helps many clients understand their rights, protect parent-child relationships, address financial issues, and seek fair court orders. In criminal defense, he reviews the evidence, challenges the prosecution’s claims, and works to protect each client’s record and liberty. Joseph brings careful preparation, professional judgment, and practical support to people who need direction during difficult legal situations effectively.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Leone Law Offices
• Member, Massachusetts Bar Association
• Member, New York State Bar Association
• Member, District of Columbia Bar Association
• Member, American Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
• Member, American Bar Association

Licensed State

• Massachusetts
• New York
• Washington, D.C.

Education

• Suffolk University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Suffolk University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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