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Franklin Soto Leeds LLP

United States 2025

Overview

The background, experience, and focus of our attorneys enables Franklin Soto Leeds to provide first-rate legal service typically found at much larger law firms. Our partners alone have 80 years of combined legal experience and more than 80 jury and bench trials between them. And most of our attorneys have served as judicial law clerks, working side-by-side with respected state supreme court and federal judges. Because of our experience, we are retained by business owners and companies of all sizes to assist with their most complex insurance and insolvency-related matters. Our clients are often referred by attorneys at much larger firms who understand that their clients’ matter requires our unique expertise.

Although we handle sophisticated matters, our approach in every case is simple. We work hand-in-hand with our clients to navigate the legal intricacies of their situation and chart the best course for their success. Drawing on our substantial experience, we evaluate the client’s goals, resources, risk tolerance, and likely outcomes. Sometimes, success entails a negotiated pre-suit resolution. Other times, success can only be achieved through trial. At all times, we strive to provide value to our clients by providing a high-quality yet cost-effective work product aimed at achieving the results our clients expect.

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Practice Areas:
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
3

Rankings

Regional

San Diego

Tier
1
San Diego
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Tier
1
San Diego
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
San Diego
Litigation - Bankruptcy

Rankings

Regional

San Diego

Tier
1
San Diego
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
Tier
1
San Diego
Commercial Litigation
Tier
1
San Diego
Litigation - Bankruptcy

Practice Areas

Franklin Soto Leeds LLP has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 3 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Insurance Law
  • Litigation - Insurance

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Franklin Soto Leeds LLP proudly has 3 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Offices & Contacts

San Diego, CA
Paul J. Leeds
Partner
Joshua D. Franklin
Partner
Cheryl Dunn Soto
Partner
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