Atty. Jim Leventhal
Jim Leventhal is devoted to helping and improving the quality of life of the clients he serves by putting the interests of his client first. This emphasis on achieving the best possible result for his clients is reflected in Jim's recognition as one of the Best Lawyers in Colorado and the United States.
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About Jim Leventhal at a glance
Jim Leventhal is a Senior Partner based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Leventhal Puga Braley P.C.. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1974), U.S. District Court, District of Colorado (1974), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1978). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 1974) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A., 1970). Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Jim Leventhal is devoted to helping and improving the quality of life of the clients he serves by putting the interests of his client first
- This emphasis on achieving the best possible result for his clients is reflected in Jim's recognition as one of the Best Lawyers in Colorado and the United States
- As the founder of Leventhal Puga Braley P.C., Jim has worked diligently since 1980 in cases involving medical negligence and serious personal injury, fighting relentlessly to ensure that people receive justice
- Furthermore, Jim works with several charity organizations including the American Red Cross, Jewish Family Services, the American Cancer Society, and many others
- In addition, he has co-sponsored seminars for primary care doctors regarding melanoma and other skin cancers
- The seminars included a free skin cancer check
- Jim's achievements include Barristers Best Plaintiff Medical Malpractice Lawyer 2019 Law Week Colorado
- Barristers Best Plaintiff Medical Malpractice Lawyer 2018 Law Week Colorado
- Barristers Best Plaintiff Medical Malpractice 2016 Law Week Colorado
- Best Medical Malpractice Lawyer in Colorado 2014 Law Week Colorado
- Lawyer of the year 2013-Personal Injury, Colorado, by Best Lawyers in America
- Law Week Colorado Best Plaintiff Medical Malpractice lawyer 2012
- Law Week Colorado Best Plaintiff Medical Malpractice lawyer 2011
- Lawyer Of The Year Malpractice, Colorado 2010 Best Lawyers in America
- Editor's Choice Best Plaintiff's Personal Injury Lawyer 2010 Law Week Colorado
- Editor's Choice Best Plaintiff's Medical Malpractice Lawyer 2010 Law Week Colorado
- 'Best Of The Bar Award'' Plaintiff's Medical Malpractice -- Colorado 2005 Denver Business Journal and Denver Bar Association
- Best Lawyers in America 1993-Present
- Colorado Super Lawyers Top 50 Lawyers in State of Colorado
- Kenneth M. Kripke 'Lifetime Achievement Award' Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
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Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Jim Leventhal is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Colorado →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Jim Leventhal is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Colorado →
Jim Leventhal is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Colorado →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Colorado
Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Denver are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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