Alan S. Leibel - Dallas, TX
Attorney at Palmer Lehman Sandberg, PLLC
Lawyers in Dallas, TX
8350 N. Central Expressway Suite 1900 Dallas, TX 75206
Updated: 04/27/2026
Attorney Information
Overview
Mr. Leibel’s practice was focused on both probate and estate planning and commercial litigation. He has represented clients with very simple to very complicated estates. His broad range of experience enables him to assist clients in deciding what is the best estate plan for his or her specific situation and assisting the executor, administrator or trustee with the administration of the decedent’s estate or trust, including the sale or transfer of real property, business entities or other assets. Mr. Leibel has extensive trial experience in state and federal court. He has represented clients resolving disputes by jury and non-jury trial, arbitration, mediation and direct negotiations. Mr. Leibel is proficient in all types of civil litigation, including defending and prosecuting ERISA claims; commercial disputes among third parties, shareholders and/or partners; secured and unsecured creditors in bankruptcy adversary proceedings; seeking prejudgment relief such as sequestration and garnishments; and representation of fiduciaries with regard to claims on behalf of or against estates or trusts.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell, 1987 - Present
Education
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Legal Education
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Southern Methodist University School of Law,
Dallas,
Texas
J.D.
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Southern Methodist University School of Law,
Dallas,
Texas
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Non Legal Education
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South Dakota State University,
Brookings,
South Dakota, 1973
B.A.
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South Dakota State University,
Brookings,
South Dakota, 1973
Current Employment Position(s)
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Retired
Classes and Seminars
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Speaker, "Fair Debt Collections Practices Act & Texas Collection Act", Judgment Enforcement Seminar, Lorman Education Services, 2008
- Speaker, "Dead Debtors: Creditors Claim in Probate", Mastering the Art of Collecting Debts and Judgments UTCLE, 2011
Pro Bono Activities
- Attorney, University Meadows Neighborhood Association, 2003 - 2005
- Director, University Meadows Neighborhood Association, 2005 - 2008
- President, University Meadows Neighborhood Association, 2008 - 2009
Published Works
Articles
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"Street Law: A Course in Practical Law" (Family Law Section), Dallas Independent School District, 1984
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"Street Law: A Course in Practical Law" (Family Law Section), Texas State Bar, 1987
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Panel Member "Chapter 151: Real Trial Real Appeal", Texas State Bar Webcast, 2008
Bar Admissions
- Texas, 1976
- U.S. District Court Northern District of Texas, 1977
- U.S. District Court Western District of Texas, 1982
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Texas, 2001
Specialties and Certifications
- Certified Mediator
Other Affiliations
- Dallas Bar Association, Family Law Section, 1983 (Chairman)
- Texas Bar - Litigation, Real Estate, Probate & Trust Sections
Contact
8350 N. Central Expressway
Suite 1900
Dallas, TX 75206
Phone: 469-249-1976
Fax: 214-265-1950
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.pamlaw.com
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