
Jim E. Puga, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Denver, Colorado
Over 37 years of legal practice · focused on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability
AttorneyatLeventhal Puga Braley P.C.
Denver, CO
Practicing medical malpractice in Denver since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Jim E. Puga is an attorney based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Jim has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leventhal Puga Braley P.C..
- Based in
- Denver, CO
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Denver, CO.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Jim E. Puga: Jim E. Puga is an attorney based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Jim has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leventhal Puga Braley P.C..
Areas of practice
Legal matters Jim takes on
Jim concentrates on medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Jim handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Medical Malpractice cases in Denver, Colorado
Jim 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 Jim agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Denver, Colorado
Jim takes personal injury 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 Jim agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Denver, Colorado
Jim takes product liability 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 Jim agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Jim E. Puga — medical malpractice lawyer in Denver
Jim E. Puga is an attorney based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Jim has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leventhal Puga Braley P.C..
Named: Best Lawyers in America, 2007 —; Selected Colorado Super Lawyers, 2008 —.
How Jim handles medical malpractice matters
Named: Best Lawyers in America, 2007 —; Selected Colorado Super Lawyers, 2008 —.
The kind of cases Jim takes
Jim reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice, personal injury, and product liability matters in Denver and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Denver
J.D. · 1989
University of Denver
B.A. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Jim's state bar admissions
Arizona
2020 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
Colorado
1989 · ACTIVE
Jim studied at J.D. in University of Denver and B.A. in University of Denver.
Law school and academic background
Jim completed J.D. in University of Denver and B.A. in University of Denver. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Jim runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Jim's professional memberships and bar associations
Denver and The Colorado Bar Associations Colorado Trial Lawyers Association American Association for Justice
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Locations
Jim E. Puga's office in Denver
Jim's primary office is at 950 South Cherry Street, Suite 600, Denver, CO, 80246. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Leventhal Puga Braley P.C.
950 South Cherry Street, Suite 600
Denver, CO 80246
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How to hire Jim E. Puga — 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 Jim usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Jim charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jim'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; Jim 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 Jim
Jim 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. Jim confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Jim'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 Jim E. Puga
How much does it cost to hire Jim for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Jim walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Jim offer a free consultation?
Jim charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Jim's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Jim'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. Jim gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Jim take my case if I'm outside Denver?
Jim 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 — Jim 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 Jim?
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. Jim will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Jim accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
Jim'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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