Jim Leventhal

Jim Leventhal, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Denver, Colorado

Over 52 years of legal practice · focused on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability

Senior PartneratLeventhal Puga Braley P.C.

Denver, CO

Practicing medical malpractice in Denver since 1974.

52+
Years practicing
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Jim Leventhal is a senior partner based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Jim has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leventhal Puga Braley P.C..

Based in
Denver, CO
Experience
over 52 years
Known for
Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury · Product Liability
  • Handles Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Denver, CO.
  • Over 52 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Jim Leventhal: Jim Leventhal is a senior partner based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Jim has over 52 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 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 Leventhal — medical malpractice lawyer in Denver

Jim Leventhal is a senior partner based in Denver, CO. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Jim has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Leventhal Puga Braley P.C..

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.

Working with Jim on a medical malpractice matter

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…

Clients Jim works with

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. · 1974

  • University of Wisconsin-Madison

    B.A. · 1970

Jurisdictions

Jim's state bar admissions

  • U.S. Court of Appeal

    1978 · ACTIVE

  • Colorado

    1974 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1974 · ACTIVE

Jim studied at J.D. in University of Denver and B.A. in University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Law school and academic background

Jim completed J.D. in University of Denver and B.A. in University of Wisconsin-Madison. 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.

Locations

Jim Leventhal'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.

Main office

Leventhal Puga Braley P.C.

950 South Cherry Street, Suite 600

Denver, CO 80246

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Hiring guide

How to hire Jim Leventhal — 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 Leventhal

  • 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

Jim handles medical malpractice matters throughout Colorado. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified medical malpractice attorneys in that community.

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