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David S. Woodruff, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Denver, Colorado

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David S. Woodruff is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Currently practicing at Wahlberg, Woodruff, Grosgebauer & Sloane LLP.

Based in
Denver, COLORADO
Experience
attorney
Known for
Medical Malpractice
  • Handles Medical Malpractice matters from Denver, COLORADO.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Denver) (2023).

About David S. Woodruff: David S. Woodruff is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Currently practicing at Wahlberg, Woodruff, Grosgebauer & Sloane LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters David takes on

David concentrates on medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Medical Malpractice cases in Denver, Colorado

David takes medical malpractice matters in Denver, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet David S. Woodruff — medical malpractice lawyer in Denver

David S. Woodruff is an attorney based in Denver, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice. Currently practicing at Wahlberg, Woodruff, Grosgebauer & Sloane LLP.

David Woodruff is one of the founding members of Denver Trial Lawyers and an award-winning personal injury lawyer. He specializes in medical malpractice, product liability, and other personal injury cases. He is committed to helping injury victims obtain the compensation they deserve. He has obtained almost $100 million for his clients, including a $15 million medical malpractice verdict. He also has the distinction of obtaining the largest medical malpractice arbitration award in the United States - $70 million. These accomplishments have gained him numerous recognitions including being listed as one of the nation’s leading plaintiff’s medical malpractice lawyers in Best Lawyers in America. He also received the “Case of the Year” award from the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association in 2012.

Working with David on a medical malpractice matter

David Woodruff is one of the founding members of Denver Trial Lawyers and an award-winning personal injury lawyer. He specializes in medical malpractice, product liability, and other personal injury cases. He is committed to helping injury victims obtain the compensation they deserve. He has obtained almost $100 million for his clients, including a $15 million medical malpractice verdict. He also…

Clients David works with

David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • The University of Texas

    J.D. · 2001

David studied at J.D. in The University of Texas.

Law school and academic background

David completed J.D. in The University of Texas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

David has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Denver)

    2023

  • Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (Denver) (2023). Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs (2026).

Locations

David S. Woodruff's office in Denver

David's primary office is at 4601 DTC Boulevard, Suite 950, Denver, Colorado, 80237. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Wahlberg, Woodruff, Grosgebauer & Sloane LLP

4601 DTC Boulevard, Suite 950

Denver, Colorado 80237

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Hiring guide

How to hire David S. Woodruff — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Denver, Colorado

A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for David

David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every medical malpractice matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about David S. Woodruff

  • How much does it cost to hire David for a medical malpractice case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does David offer a free consultation?

    David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.

  • How long do medical malpractice cases in Colorado typically take?

    Simple medical malpractice matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can David take my case if I'm outside Denver?

    David is licensed in Colorado. Matters governed by Colorado law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with David?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is David accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?

    David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Medical Malpractice attorneys serving Denver, Colorado Springs and Boulder in Colorado

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