
Leslie A. Sheehan, Aviation Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Aviation, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Senior CounselatGordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing aviation in Los Angeles since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Leslie A. Sheehan is a senior counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Aviation, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Leslie has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Aviation · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Aviation, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Leslie A. Sheehan: Leslie A. Sheehan is a senior counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Aviation, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Leslie has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Leslie's practice areas in Los Angeles
Leslie concentrates on aviation, litigation, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Leslie handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Aviation
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Aviation cases in Los Angeles, California
Leslie takes aviation matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leslie agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California
Leslie takes litigation matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leslie agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Los Angeles, California
Leslie takes personal injury matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leslie agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Los Angeles, California
Leslie takes product liability matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Leslie agrees to represent you.
Biography
Leslie A. Sheehan, aviation attorney serving Los Angeles
Leslie A. Sheehan is a senior counsel based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Aviation, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Leslie has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Leslie works from Los Angeles, California and takes on aviation matters across the region.
Leslie A. Sheehan is a lawyer practicing litigation, tort & product liability, environmental/toxic tort and 1 other area of law. Leslie received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California, and has been licensed for 44 years. Leslie practices at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Leslie on a aviation matter
Leslie A. Sheehan is a lawyer practicing litigation, tort & product liability, environmental/toxic tort and 1 other area of law. Leslie received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California, and has been licensed for 44 years. Leslie practices at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Leslie represents
Leslie reviews new inquiries case-by-case for aviation, litigation, and personal injury matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Leslie studied and practices
Loyola Law School J.D.
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University of Southern California B.A. International Relations University of Southern California B.A. cum laude
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Jurisdictions
Leslie's state bar admissions
Massachusetts U.S. D
1994 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1982 · ACTIVE
California
1982 · ACTIVE
Leslie studied at — in Loyola Law School J.D. and — in University of Southern California B.A. International Relations University of Southern California B.A. cum laude.
Law school and academic background
Leslie completed — in Loyola Law School J.D. and — in University of Southern California B.A. International Relations University of Southern California B.A. cum laude. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Leslie runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Leslie's legal honors and published work
Leslie has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Leslie's professional memberships and bar associations
Ventura County Bar Association State Bar of California Association of Southern California Defense Counsel
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Locations
Leslie A. Sheehan's office in Los Angeles
Leslie's primary office is at 633 West Fifth Street, 52nd Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP
633 West Fifth Street, 52nd Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90071
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How to hire Leslie A. Sheehan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new aviation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Leslie usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Leslie charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Leslie'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; Leslie will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a aviation attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many aviation 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 Leslie
Leslie discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in aviation practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every aviation 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. Leslie confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Leslie's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many aviation practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Leslie A. Sheehan
How much does it cost to hire Leslie for a aviation case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Leslie walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Leslie offer a free consultation?
Leslie charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Leslie's office. Some aviation attorneys offer free consults — check Leslie's current terms during booking.
How long do aviation cases in California typically take?
Simple aviation 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. Leslie gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Leslie take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Leslie is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Leslie will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Leslie?
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. Leslie will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Leslie accepting new aviation clients right now?
Leslie's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Aviation attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Leslie handles aviation matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified aviation attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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