Leon Bennett Lawyer Reviews & Ratings - Woodland Hills

Leon Bennett Bio
Mr. Bennett has 35 years experience in the field of Family Law as a Litigator, Mediator and Collaborator. He has gained the reputation of being a fierce advocate for his clients, whether during negotiations, mediation or trial. Yet, he is also highly respected for his ability to resolve many matters without lengthy litigation. He is currently serving his 3rd consecutive year as President of Los Angeles Collaborative Family Law Association. He is the Co-founder and Past-President of Family Divorce Solutions. Both organizations utilize a select group of specially trained attorneys, accountants and mental health professionals who employ a non-adversarial, cooperative method to family law proceedings. This non-litigious approach often results in swift and cost-effective resolutions.. In addition to his pursuits in private practice, Mr. Bennett has served as Judge Pro-Tem for both Los Angeles and Ventura Counties Family Law courts. He has served as a lecturer on Family Law for California’s Continuing Education of the Bar, providing his expertise to other Family Law practitioners. He has also shared his knowledge with the public at large, through the community outreach television series “Legal Forum”, airing on Time Warner Cable, of which he served as writer, producer and presenter.. Mr. Bennett has held the positions of President, President – Elect, Secretary, Treasurer and Trustee for the San Fernando Valley Bar Association. He is a member of the Family Law Executive Committe of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, as well as President of the Los Angeles Collaborative Family Law Association and Family Divorce Solutions. He is most proud to have received an “AV Preeminent” rating from Martindale-Hubble’s Peer Review Rating for 23 consecutive years. This honor represents the highest level of esteem and accolade from his contemporaries in the legal community.  Mr. Bennett has once again been recognized as among the elite lawyers of Southern California with his inclusion in 2019 Southern California Super Lawyers.