Leventhal & Puga, P.C.
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Leventhal & Puga, P.C., located in Denver, CO, was founded in 1989. They focus on seeking justice for those injured by others' negligence, particularly in medical malpractice and personal injury cases. The firm's practice spans across multiple states in the US, and is led by Colorado native, Jim Puga, a well-respected attorney. He has been recognized as a Colorado Super Lawyer since 2007 and has over 15 years of experience in complex business and civil litigation matters.
Specialties
Service type
Consultation / advice, Litigation / representation
Number of employees
0 - 10 employees, 11 - 50 employees, 51 - 100 employees, 101 - 500 employees, 500 - 1,000 employees
Industry type
Admiralty and maritime, Advertising / Communications and media, Agriculture, Aviation, Banking, Energy and utilities, Entertainment, Gaming, Health care, Insurance, Internet, Oil and gas, Life sciences and biotechnology, Telecommunications, Transportation, Other industries
Work type
Agreements / Contracts, Mergers and acquisitions, Executive compensation, Tax planning, New business incorporation filing, Financing, Franchising / Licensing
Location and hours
Leventhal & Puga, P.C.
950 S Cherry St Ste 600
Denver, CO 80246-2665
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Work Experience
Partner
Leventhal & Puga
1998 - Present
Medical Malpractice Attorney
Leventhal & Puga, PC
2015 - Present
Associate
Eric M. Kopka & Associates
2012 - Present
Attorney
Messner Reeves
2014 - 2015
Judge Advocate
United States Marine Corps
2004 - 2012
Education
University of Denver
2004
University of Missouri-Kansas City
1987
Colorado State University
2016
University of Denver Sturm College of Law
2004
University of Akron, C. Blake McDowell Law Center
Baylor University School of Law
1990
University of Denver
1989
Colorado College
2002
Baylor University School of Law
1990
University of Denver
Law
2004
University of Missouri-Kansas City
1987
University of Denver
Law
1989
Colorado State University
2016
University of Denver Sturm College of Law
Law
2004
Colorado College
2002
Associations & Affiliations
American Association for Justice
Board of Governors
Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Board Member
Denver Bar Association
Member
Colorado Bar Association
Member
American Association for Justice, Birth Trauma Litigation Group
Member
American Association for Justice, Medical Malpractice Litigation Group
Member
United States Supreme Court
Admitted
Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Executive Council
Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Board of Directors
National Institute for Trial Advocacy
Faculty Member
Colorado Bar Association
Admitted
American Association for Justice, Medical Negligence Information Exchange Group
Member
Western Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Melvin M. Belli Society
Member
Colorado Hispanic Bar Association
Member
Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Member
American Board of Trial Advocates
Member
American Association for Justice, Leaders Forum
Member
American Association for Justice, Birth Trauma Litigation Group
Board of Directors
Trial Lawyers for Public Justice
Member
American Association for Justice
Member
Denver Bar Association
Member
American Association for Justice, Birth Trauma Litigation Group
Co-chair
Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Member
American Association for Justice
Member
Arizona Association for Justice
Member
North Carolina Advocates for Justice
Member
Wyoming Trial Lawyers Association
Member
State Bar of Arizona
Admitted to Practice
Wyoming State Bar
Admitted to Practice
North Carolina State Bar
Admitted to Practice
Colorado Bar Association
Admitted to Practice
Denver Bar Association
Member
Publications
AAJ Birth Trauma Section Newsletter
Co-Editor - AAJ Birth Trauma Litigation Newsletter
2014
AAJ Birth Trauma Section Newsletter
Co-Editor - AAJ Birth Trauma Litigation Newsletter
2013
AAJ Birth Trauma Section Newsletter
Co-Editor - AAJ Birth Trauma Litigation Newsletter
2012
Speaking Engagements
CTLA Blockbuster Seminar
Medical Expenses and the Affordable Care Act
2017
AAJ 2017 Annual Convention
Negotiating a Settlement: Effective Mediation/Negotiations
2017
American Conference Institute: Obstetric Malpractice Claims
Guest Speaker: Obstetric Malpractice Claims
2017
CTLA 2017 Summer Convention
Evaluating Potential Medical Malpractice Cases: It Is All About Causation
2017
WTLA Annual Convention
Case Theming and Bringing In Trial Technology As Part of The Process
2016
AAJ 2016 Annual Convention
Causation is the Key: Cross Examination of Medical Expert Witnesses
2016
Kansas Association for Justice
Demonstrative Exhibits and Timelines in Medical Negligence Cases
2016
CTLA Blockbuster Seminar
Guest Speaker: Cross Examination
2015
WTLA Summer Convention
Guest Speaker: Demonstrative Exhibits
2015
American Conference Institute: Obstetric Malpractice Claims
New Trends in Hypothermia Treatment for Newborns Suffering from Acute Hypoxic Encephalopathy
2015
AAJ 2015 Annual Convention
Demonstrative Evidence and Timelines in Medical Negligence Trials
2015
ACA Round Table Meeting
The Issue (At Least As the Defense Sees It)
2015
Kansas Association for Justice
Guest Speaker: Demonstrative Exhibits
2015
CTLA 2013 Annual Convention
Guest Speaker: Assume Nothing
2013
AAJ 2012 Winter Convention
In Utero Causation Defense for Brachial Plexus Injuries (Do you want to be right or do you want to win?)
2012
CTLA 2011 Convention
Proving Medical Malpractice Liability in 20 Minutes
2011
CTLA 2010 Convention
Shreck in Light of "Ford": How to Adjust (If Anything is Possible, is Everything Admissable?)
2010
AAJ 2010 Annual Convention
Adequacy of Administrative Notice Under FTCA: Another Procedural Minefield
2010
CU School of Medicine: Medical Legal Issues in Obstetrics Practice
Guest Speaker: Shoulder Dystocia
2009
CTLA 2002 Convention
Guest Speaker
2002
University of Wyoming Trial Institute Lecturer
Lecturer
2015
Judge Advocate Conference - San Diego, CA
Professional Responsibility, Ethics and Manners
2015
Judge Advocate Conference - Quantico, VA
Better Direct Exams, Getting the Most of Your Expert
2015
Judge Advocate Conference - Miramar, CA
Cross Examination of Victims in Sexual Assault Cases
2015
Judge Advocate Conference - Los Alamitos, CA
Cross Examination of Experts, Tips, Methods and Fundamentals
2015
Judge Advocate Conference - Miramar, CA
Cross Examination of Doctors and Investigators
2015
University of Colorado - The Invisible War Documentary Discussion
The Invisible War Documentary Discussion (Panel Guest)
2015
Judge Advocate Conference - Charleston, SC
Cross Examination of Experts, Tips, Methods and Fundamentals
2014
Judge Advocate Conference - Charleston, SC
Sentencing Evidence, Court Martial Administration and Procedure
2014
Services offered
Corporate Law Attorney
Personal Injury Lawyer