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Leon Gavendo, Family Law Attorney in the United States

Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Family Law, Litigation, and Personal Injury

Practicing family law since 1977.

49+
Years practicing
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Leon Gavendo is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Family Law, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Leon has over 49 years of legal experience.

Based in
Toronto, ON
Experience
over 49 years
Known for
Family Law · Litigation · Personal Injury
  • Handles Family Law, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Toronto, ON.
  • Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Leon Gavendo: Leon Gavendo is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Family Law, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Leon has over 49 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Leon Gavendo

Leon concentrates on family law, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Leon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Family Law cases nationwide

Leon takes family law matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leon agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases nationwide

Leon takes litigation matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leon agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases nationwide

Leon takes personal injury matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leon agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Leon Gavendo — Over 49 years of the U.S. family law experience

Leon Gavendo is an attorney based in Toronto, ON. The practice focuses on Family Law, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Leon has over 49 years of legal experience.

Leon Gavendo is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, matrimonial law, personal injury. Leon has been licensed for 49 years. Leon practices in Toronto, ON.

Working with Leon on a family law matter

Leon Gavendo is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, matrimonial law, personal injury. Leon has been licensed for 49 years. Leon practices in Toronto, ON.

Clients Leon works with

Leon reviews new inquiries case-by-case for family law, litigation, and personal injury matters in the United States.

Credentials

Leon Gavendo's legal education and bar admissions

  • Osgoode Hall

    LL.B. · 1975

Jurisdictions

Leon's state bar admissions

  • Ontario

    1977 · ACTIVE

Leon studied at LL.B. in Osgoode Hall.

Law school and academic background

Leon completed LL.B. in Osgoode Hall. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Leon runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Leon Gavendo's office in Toronto

Leon's primary office is at 393 University Ave., Toronto, ON, M5G 1E6. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

393 University Ave.

Toronto, ON M5G 1E6

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Hiring guide

How to hire Leon Gavendo — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new family law attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Leon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Leon charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Leon's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Leon will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a family law attorney in your state

A short list to run through before you commit: How many family law matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Leon

Leon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in family law practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every family law matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Leon confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Leon's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many family law practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Leon Gavendo

  • How much does it cost to hire Leon for a family law case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Leon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Leon offer a free consultation?

    Leon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Leon's office. Some family law attorneys offer free consults — check Leon's current terms during booking.

  • How long do family law cases in this state typically take?

    Simple family law matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Leon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Leon take my case if I'm outside the area?

    Leon evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Leon's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Leon?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Leon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Leon accepting new family law clients right now?

    Leon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.