Frankie M. Leonard

709.722.5181

709.722.7521

fleonard@curtisdawe.com

Assistant: Julia Purchase

Frankie M. Leonard

709.722.5181

709.722.7521

fleonard@curtisdawe.com

Assistant: Julia Purchase

Frankie was called to the Newfoundland and Labrador Bar in June 2024. She received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Certificate in Criminology from Memorial University (2020) and a Juris Doctor and Certificate in Aboriginal and Indigenous Law from the Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University (2023).

Frankie was called to the Newfoundland and Labrador Bar in June 2024. Born and raised in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, she received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Certificate in Criminology from Memorial University (2020) and a Juris Doctor and Certificate in Aboriginal and Indigenous Law from the Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University (2023).

Frankie has a special interest in Family Law, Wills and Estates, Medical Malpractice Defence, Labour Law, and Insurance Litigation. She has been with the firm since being as a summer student in 2022. She hopes to continue to grow and advance in her career to provide advice to clients in a wide range of areas.

Throughout her law school experience, Frankie was involved with various organizations including Pro Bono Dalhousie, the Domus Legis Society and, the Canadian Bar Association. She also volunteered as a Mentor with She Connects and Co-Chaired Metro University’s Relay for Life in support of the Canadian Cancer Society. She previously served as a member of the Newfoundland and Labrador Premier’s Youth Council and was the delegate for Labrador at Daughters of the Vote 2019.

 

Awards and Recognition

As a student, Frankie was awarded several awards and scholarships including:

  • The McInnes Cooper Internet and Media Law Prize (awarded to the top mark in Internet and Media Law)
  • Salutatorian and Class of 2023 President for Life
  • Reg Hamm Memorial Bursary
  •  Community Spirit Fund in Law Bursary

Outside the Firm

Outside the firm, Frankie enjoys volunteering, trying the newest restaurants and catching the most
recent films with friends.

Practice Areas

Insurance Law

Family Law

Wills & Estates

Municipal Law

Civil Litigation

Commercial Law

Professional Negligence and Regulation

Real Estate Law