The Law, Informed by the Deal.
Three focused areas of practice — each grounded in decades of real-world M&A and business experience.
M&A Law
Structuring and closing complex transactions with the insight of someone who has been on both sides.
Mergers and acquisitions are among the most consequential decisions a business owner will ever make. The difference between a good deal and a great one — or a deal that closes and one that falls apart — often comes down to the quality of counsel at the table. John Leonetti has spent decades in that room, not as outside counsel observing from a distance, but as a principal who understands the mechanics, the motivations, and the moments that matter. From letter of intent through due diligence, negotiation, and closing, every detail is handled with precision and purpose.
Areas of Focus
- Buy-side and sell-side transaction representation
- Letter of intent drafting and negotiation
- Due diligence coordination and review
- Purchase agreement structuring and negotiation
- Post-closing dispute resolution
Business Litigation
Protecting your interests when disputes arise — with the strategic perspective of a seasoned deal-maker.
Business disputes are rarely just legal problems. They are business problems — with financial stakes, reputational consequences, and operational implications that extend well beyond the courtroom. John Leonetti approaches litigation the way he approaches every engagement: as a strategic challenge requiring a clear-eyed assessment of risk, leverage, and outcome. Whether you are pursuing a claim or defending one, you need counsel who understands what is actually at stake — not just what the law says.
Areas of Focus
- Commercial contract disputes
- Partnership and shareholder disputes
- Breach of fiduciary duty claims
- Business dissolution proceedings
- Injunctive relief and emergency motions
Business Torts
Pursuing and defending claims involving fraud, interference, and breach — with precision and purpose.
When a business relationship goes wrong through deception, interference, or bad faith, the damage can be severe and lasting. Business tort claims require counsel who can connect the legal theory to the commercial reality — who understands how deals are structured, how representations are made, and how harm is actually calculated. John Leonetti brings that understanding to every business tort matter, whether pursuing claims on behalf of clients who have been wronged or defending against allegations that threaten a business's future.
Areas of Focus
- Fraudulent misrepresentation and concealment
- Tortious interference with business relations
- Unfair and deceptive business practices
- Breach of the implied covenant of good faith
- Unjust enrichment and restitution claims
Not Sure Which Area Applies?
Many business disputes involve overlapping legal theories. A consultation with John Leonetti will help clarify the strongest path forward for your specific situation.