Leonard I. Margolis

Leonard I. Margolis is a seasoned real estate and business attorney based in Frisco, Texas, with over three decades of experience representing developers, investors, and entrepreneurs worldwide. He has advised on a wide range of commercial real estate projects, including hotels, resorts, office buildings, mixed-use developments, and assisted living facilities. His practice also covers general business and commercial law, corporate governance, private placements, construction law, and franchise law.

Leonard earned his J.D. from the University of California’s Boalt Hall School of Law, where he was Managing Editor of the California Law Review and a member of the Order of the Coif. He holds a B.A. from the University of California, Berkeley.

Leonard began his legal career as a Fellow of the International Legal Center of Djakarta and practiced law in Honolulu before relocating to Texas. In 2008, he founded The Margolis Law Firm to offer sophisticated legal services to clients in Frisco, Plano, and North Dallas. His firm is known for providing big-firm quality counsel at cost-effective rates, especially for small businesses and startups.

Leonard assists businesses through all stages of development, from entity formation and lease negotiations to acquisitions, financing, and contract drafting. His clients benefit from his deep transactional insight and personalized service tailored to their business goals.

Licensed in Texas, California, and Hawaii, Leonard I. Margolis brings a national perspective to local and international clients engaged in high-stakes real estate and commercial ventures. He is recognized for his ability to navigate complex legal frameworks and deliver strategic, results-oriented guidance.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, The Margolis Law Firm
• Member, Texas State Bar
• Member, California State Bar Association
• Member, Hawaii State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Texas
• California
• Hawaii

Education

• University of California Boalt Hall School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of California Berkeley
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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