Lizl Leonardo
Lizl Leonardo represents domestic and international companies in various commercial real estate matters, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, and leasing. Lizl’s commercial real estate practice involves various real estate classes, such as self-storage and outdoor storage facilities, commercial office buildings, mixed-use, multi-family properties, and other commercial and real estate spaces.
Prior to joining the real estate practice, Lizl spent several years working as a financial analyst at a large insurance company, where she developed a strong foundation in financial analysis, risk assessment, and strategic planning. As a practicing attorney, she also has experience advising clients on regulatory compliance and corporate franchise matters. This combined financial and legal background enhances her ability to approach real estate transactions with a practical, business-oriented perspective, enabling her to anticipate issues, assess risk effectively, and deliver strategic, value-driven counsel to clients.
Lizl is also actively involved in the Asian legal community, including her engagement with the Filipino American Lawyers Association. She values opportunities to mentor, collaborate, and support initiatives that promote diversity, professional development, and advocacy within the community.
- DePaul University College of Law, 2018, J.D., magna cum laude, Order of the Coif
- De La Salle University, 2011, B.S.
- Pennsylvania
- District of Columbia
- Illinois
- New York
Listed, Ones to Watch, The Best Lawyers in America, Corporate Law, Philadelphia (2026)
Listed, Rising Star, The Best Lawyers in America, Corporate Law, Philadelphia (2024)