Jeffrey D. Jeff Leonard

Jeffrey D. Jeff Leonard

Construction Law

4.0 (1 reviews)
Wichita, Kansas
35+ years experience
Triplett Woolf Garretson LLC
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Contact Information

2959 North Rock Road, Suite 300, Wichita, KS 67226
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Bio

Jeff Leonard focuses his practice on construction law and business litigation. Drawing on his diverse personal experience in the construction industry, Mr. Leonard is regularly retained to assist clients in complex construction matters, including the negotiation and drafting of construction agreements, as well as litigated disputes in State and Federal Court, mediation and arbitration proceedings. In addition to advising clients in their day-to-day operations, Mr. Leonard has participated in the resolution of disputes involving allegations of construction and design defects, delay and liquidated damages, unforeseen site conditions, environmental concerns (including toxic mold), safety related claims and professional negligence. The involved projects include residential, commercial and industrial buildings, military installations, educational facilities, prisons, airports, highways and bridges, wastewater facilities and process plant facilities. Mr. Leonard is active in a number of industry and professional organizations and is a frequent seminar presenter on construction law and litigation topics. Over the course of his legal career, Mr. Leonard has developed significant experience assisting clients in all types of business and commercial litigation. Mr. Leonard also assists clients in addressing safety and environmental compliance concerns, including defending administrative proceedings before OSHA. Mr. Leonard holds the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory’s highest “AV” rating for lawyers, reflecting exemplary professional experience and ethical standards. He is also recognized as one of the Best Lawyers in America in the field of Construction Law and has been named by his peers as one of Wichita’s “Top Lawyers.” Jeff Leonard focuses his practice on construction law and business litigation. Drawing on his diverse personal experience in the construction industry, Mr. Leonard is regularly retained to assist clients in complex construction matters, including the negotiation and drafting of construction agreements, as well as litigated disputes in State and Federal Court, mediation and arbitration proceedings. In addition to advising clients in their day-to-day operations, Mr. Leonard is active in a number of industry and professional organizations and is a frequent seminar presenter on construction law and litigation topics. Over the course of his legal career, Mr. Leonard has developed significant experience assisting clients in all types of business and commercial litigation. Mr. Leonard also assists clients in addressing safety and environmental compliance concerns, including defending administrative proceedings before OSHA. Mr. Leonard holds the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory’s highest “AV” rating for lawyers, reflecting exemplary professional experience and ethical standards. He is also recognized as one of the Best Lawyers in America in the field of Construction Law and has been named by his peers as one of Wichita’s “Top Lawyers.”

Practice Areas

Construction Law

Awards & Recognition

  • Lawyer of the Year: Construction Law, Wichita (2025)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Construction, Wichita (2025)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Construction Law, Wichita (2022)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Construction, Wichita (2021)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Litigation - Construction, Wichita (2019)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Construction Law, Wichita (2018)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Construction Law, Wichita (2014)
  • Recognized: Construction Law
  • Recognized: Litigation - Construction
  • Special Focus: Arbitration and Mediation
  • Special Focus: Commercial Development
  • Special Focus: Commercial Litigation
  • Special Focus: Construction Disputes
  • Special Focus: Contract Review and Negotiation
  • Special Focus: Contractors
  • Special Focus: Industrial
  • Special Focus: OSHA
  • Special Focus: Real Estate
  • Special Focus: Residential Development
  • Best Lawyers in America in the area of Construction Law
  • Selected by his peers as one of Wichita's "Top Lawyers" in the area of construction law
  • Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory highest "AV" rating for lawyers

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007

Education

  • Washburn University, J.D., graduated 1990
  • Wichita State University, BS, graduated 1987

Reviews

J

Joshua Stewart

2 weeks ago

Expert guidance through a complex construction dispute

Our small contracting firm faced a significant payment dispute with a general contractor on a commercial project in Wichita. The situation was complex, involving delayed approvals and disputed change orders. We engaged Jeff Leonard based on his strong reputation in construction law. His 35 years of experience, particularly his deep personal background in the construction industry itself, was immediately evident. He didn't just understand the legal code; he understood the practical realities of the job site, which gave him incredible credibility in negotiations. His recent recognition as a 'Lawyer of the Year' in this field is well-deserved. Jeff crafted a strategic approach that avoided costly litigation and secured a favorable settlement for us. The only slight drawback was that during particularly busy periods, response times from his assistant could lag a day or two, but Jeff himself was always thoroughly prepared and decisive in our meetings. We highly recommend his services to any business navigating construction or commercial legal matters.

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