Ian Leon
Associate
Ian is an Associate in Shipman’s Real Estate, Land Use, Environmental, Energy and Construction practices, and was previously a Summer Associate in 2021 and 2022.
Ian brings a fresh perspective and a strong foundation in various aspects of commercial real estate law. His practice includes real estate finance, development, acquisitions, dispositions, and leasing.
Ian assists developers through the different stages of real estate development, offering a practical and detail-oriented approach. He also has experience with Environmental Use Restrictions, providing essential guidance on navigating environmental regulations. This dual focus allows Ian to offer clients well-rounded legal support.
While in law school, Ian served as President of the Latinx Law Student Association at Quinnipiac University. During his tenure as President, his organization fostered robust partnerships with the Connecticut Hispanic Bar Association and the Hispanic National Bar Association, creating valuable opportunities for law students to connect with local Latinx attorneys.
Credentials
Education
- Quinnipiac University School of Law, J.D., 2023, magna cum laude
- University of New Haven, B.S., 2018, cum laude
Bar Admissions
- Connecticut, 2023
Distinctions
Professional Affiliations
Connecticut Hispanic Bar Association: Board Member
Hispanic National Bar Association
Commercial Real Estate Woman of CT (CREW CT): Professional Development Committee and DEI Committee member
Connecticut Bar Association: Real Estate Law Section