About Sean F.
Sean F. Leslie is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1990. His license is currently in active status. Mr. Leslie is the principal attorney at Leslie Legal Group, a law firm specializing in criminal defense and DUI representation, with offices in Carlsbad and Vista, California. He has been practicing law for over 35 years, serving clients throughout San Diego County.
Mr. Leslie earned his Juris Doctor degree from the University of San Diego School of Law in 1990. Prior to law school, he completed his undergraduate education at San Diego State University, graduating in 1986 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice Administration. During his time at USD, he developed a strong foundation in criminal law, which has been central to his legal career.
Mr. Leslie concentrates his practice in criminal defense, focusing on DUI and DWI cases, white-collar crimes, and other criminal offenses. He represents individuals accused of various crimes, including theft, assault, and drug-related offenses. His practice encompasses all stages of litigation, including initial case evaluation, discovery, mediation, settlement negotiations, and trial proceedings in both state and federal courts.
Throughout his career, Mr. Leslie has handled cases in the Superior Court of California for the County of San Diego and the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. He has also appeared before the California Court of Appeal on multiple occasions. Prior to founding his own firm, he worked as a Deputy Public Defender in San Diego County, gaining extensive experience in criminal defense.
Mr. Leslie is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, the California DUI Lawyers Association, the California Lawyers for Criminal Justice, the San Diego County Bar Association, and the San Diego North County Bar Association. He has served as President and Chair of the local criminal defense bar association and has been on the Board of Directors for the Lawyer Referral Service and the North County Bar Association. Additionally, he has served as a Judge Pro Tempore in the San Diego Superior Court and has participated in various volunteer court programs. Mr. Leslie is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing him to serve the diverse communities of San Diego County effectively.
