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Leah BouquardLeah Angelita Bouquard

Leah graduated from Canisius College where she obtained a double major in English and History with a certificate for her concentration in Women's Studies. She pursued the dual degree program (JD/MSW) at the University at Buffalo and received her law degree and Masters degree in Social Work in 2007.

In her practice, Leah concentrates on Matrimonial Law, Adoptions, Family Law, Domestic Violence and often serves as an Attorney for the Child. Leah has also been trained in Collaborative Law, which is a growing alternative method to traditional litigation.

Leah is currently serving a one year term as the Vice-President of the Minority Bar Association of Western New York. She is an active volunteer with the Volunteer Lawyer's Project and participates in their legal clinic with Haven House.

Education:

  • State University of New York at Buffalo, J.D., 2007
  • State University of New York at Buffalo, M.S.W., 2007
  • Canisius College, B.A. (magna cum laude), 2003

Admitted to Practice:

  • New York State, 2008

Professional Memberships:

  • Vice President of the Minority Bar Association of Western New York
  • New York State Bar Association
  • Erie County Bar Association
    • Member, Matrimonial and Family Law Committee
    • Member, Practice & Procedure Committee in Family Court
  • Women's Bar Association New York
  • Women Lawyers of Western New York

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Email: lbouquard@watsonbennett.com

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