Background
Wexler, Leonard D. was born on November 11, 1924 in Brooklyn. Son of Jacob and Bessie (Herman) Wexler.
Wexler, Leonard D. was born on November 11, 1924 in Brooklyn. Son of Jacob and Bessie (Herman) Wexler.
Bachelor of Science, Indiana University, 1947. Juris Doctor, New York University, 1950.
Association, Siben & Siben Esqs., Bay Shore, New York, 1950-1956;
partner, Meyer & Wexler Esqs., Smithtown, New York, 1956-1983;
judge, United States District Court (eastern district) New York, since 1983;
now senior judge. Attorney Suffolk County Police Conference, 1956-1983. 1st attorney Suffolk County Patrolmen's Benevolent Association, 1960-1975.
1st attorney Suffolk County Detectives Association, 1964-1970. Temporary state chairman, legal counsel Committee for Review Juvenile Justice System, New York State Bar Association. Speaker, lecturer; 1st administrator Assigned Counsel Plan New York State, 1966-1983.
Served with United States Army, 1943-1945. Member Suffolk County Criminal Bar Association (founder 1965, director 1956-1960).
Married Barbara Blum, March 1953. Children: Allison Wexler Smeitanka, Robert, William.