Jonathan P. Leleu

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Jonathan P. Leleu: Attorney with Horizon
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Biography

Jon Leleu didn't just spend the last twenty-five years practicing law, he spent them learning how the world actually moves. Licensed in both Nevada and Illinois, Jon founded Horizon to bridge the gap between business goals and the complex web of government policy. He works with developers and business owners who need more than just a lawyer, they need a strategist who understands that the most important victories are often won long before anyone steps into a courtroom or a public hearing. Whether he’s navigating land use issues or handling high-stakes negotiations, Jon’s approach is rooted in clarity and leverage. He prides himself on seeing the "full chessboard," identifying where political friction might arise and where risks are truly hidden. By focusing on results rather than noise, he helps his clients bypass unnecessary drama and align stakeholders toward a common goal. Jon knows that while the law provides the rules, it’s the human element and strategic positioning that determine the outcome. He provides integrated counsel that respects the nuances of the law while prioritizing the practical realities of the marketplace and the public sector, ensuring every move counts.

Areas of Practice (12)

  • Government Affairs
  • Public Policy Strategy
  • Land Use
  • Real Estate Development
  • Licensing
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Litigation
  • High-Stakes Negotiations
  • Strategic Legal Counsel
  • Business Advisory
  • State and Local Government Relations
  • Legal Advocacy

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Loyola University Chicago, B.A., 1996
Law School Attended:
DePaul University College of Law, J.D., 1999
Year of First Admission:
2000
Admission:
2000, Nevada; 2000, Illinois; U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit; U.S. District Court for the District of Nevada; U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, including Trial Bar
Memberships:

Professional & Community Involvement

•Executive Member, City of Las Vegas, Economic Development Steering Committee •Executive Member, Downtown Las Vegas Alliance •Member, American Bar Association •Member, Association of Corporate Counsel •Member, Clark County Bar Association •Member, NAIOP

Birth Information:
Chicago, Illinois, February 10, 1974
Reported Cases:
Experience: Representative Matters: Appointed by the Speaker of the Nevada Assembly to a select committee charged with reforming the State's live entertainment tax (2014-15).; Appointed by the Mayor of the City of Las Vegas to a committee tasked with composing the City's supergraphic (building wrap) signage ordinance (2011-12).; Authored and lobbied the bicameral unanimous passage of NRS 118C, Nevada's first commercial leasing statute (2011 Nevada Legislative Session).; Litigated and negotiated the walk-away settlement of a $60 million claim arising out of a four-day power outage at a Las Vegas Strip resort.; Noteworthy Experience: In-House Counsel, International Market Centers, LP / World Market Center Las Vegas; The above representations were handled by Mr. Leleu prior to his joining Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
ISLN:
915302572

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Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (15 reviews)
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  • Legal Knowledge

    4.8/5.0
  • Analytical Capability

    4.9/5.0
  • Judgment

    4.9/5.0
  • Communication

    4.9/5.0
  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0
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