Leslie Margolies

I am a Pennsylvania real estate attorney, entrepreneur, and risk-management strategist with nearly four decades of legal experience. I assist property owners, real estate investors, and business owners in protecting their assets, avoiding costly errors, and making informed decisions with confidence. My approach combines sophisticated legal counsel with practical business insights to deliver solutions that are both legally sound and commercially viable. I provide guidance in areas such as asset protection planning, business formation, contract drafting, deed preparation, estate planning, and real estate transactions. As both a licensed Pennsylvania attorney and Realtor, as well as a certified negotiator, I bring a practical and deal-focused perspective to every matter. I work closely with buyers, sellers, real estate investors, landlords, developers, and small business owners to structure transactions, address legal risks, and build systems that prioritize long-term success over short-term fixes. As the founder of Deal Guard Advisors, I offer proactive, concierge-style legal support for real estate agents and their clients, including both buyers and sellers. Acting as a trusted “air-traffic controller” throughout real estate transactions, I collaborate with clients and their agents to identify risks early, prevent unnecessary problems, and keep transactions on track. When unexpected issues arise, I step in promptly to safeguard my clients’ interests and resolve matters efficiently. I also created Landlord College, an educational program designed to help landlords and property managers approach their businesses with a risk-aware mindset, strengthen tenant relationships, and run compliant, profitable rental operations. When disputes arise, I represent my clients through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and litigation, always focusing on efficient and strategic resolutions that align with their business goals.