Timothy Garvey - Lawyer in Denver, CO

Timothy M. Garvey

Insurance Attorney at Denver, CO

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Very Thorough

Best in the business.

I hired Tim when my disability carrier was stalling in paying my disability claim. I am an attorney, and had years of experience hiring and supervising other attorneys. I reached out to other attorneys I knew in Denver for a recommendation for this type of case, and heard back from two whose opinion I most respect that Tim was the right choice. They were absolutely right. It wasn't just that Tim won (which he did), or even that he won when I probably would not have (which is also true), it was that the briefing was exceptional. I know a good attorney when I see one, and Tim is one of the best that I've ever worked with. It is easy to hire the wrong attorney, especially if you have no idea what you're up against with these evil insurance companies. What I can tell you is that every aspect of my representation was handled at the highest level. Tim was absolutely the best hire of my career, when it mattered the most.

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Practice areas

Insurance

72%

Most of my practice is dedicated to helping people and businesses fight insurance companies.
Personal injury

20%

I represent people seriously injured by someone else's negligence.
Brain injury

1%

I help people get compensated after someone else's dumb decision causes them to suffer a life changing brain injury.
Car accident

1%

I help people get compensated after someone else's dumb decision causes them to suffer life changing injuries in car crash.
Employee benefits

1%

I specialize in helping clients obtain the employee benefits (such as long-term disability insurance; life insurance; accidental death and dismemberment insurance; and health insurance) they are owed under ERISA and other laws.
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Life insurance

1%

I help people in disputes with life insurance companies after the death of a loved one.
Litigation

1%

Nearly 100% of my practice is dedicated to helping people in litigation against powerful corporations and insurance companies.
Motorcycle accident

1%

I help people get compensated after someone else's dumb decision causes them to suffer life changing injuries in a motorcycle crash.
Slip and fall accident

1%

I help people get compensated after someone else's dumb decision causes them to suffer life changing injuries in a fall.
Wrongful death

1%

I help people get compensated after someone else's dumb decision causes a loved one to lose their life.

We buy insurance to protect us when something goes wrong. But, too often, when we ask insurance companies to protect us, they choose to protect their money instead. That's not right, and I'm dedicated to helping my clients hold insurance companies accountable so they don't put profits over people.

Over the past decade, I've helped clients recover millions of dollars from all sorts of insurance companies: disability insurance, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance (AD&D), automobile insurance, uninsured/underinsured motorist insurance (UM/UIM), homeowners' insurance, business owners' insurance, commercial general liability insurance, boat owners' insurance, cancer insurance, health insurance, and even pet insurance. I've helped people resolve cases in state trial courts, federal trial courts, and the courts of appeal throughout Colorado. I'm experienced with both the federal ERISA laws and Colorado's unique insurance bad faith laws.

I'm also proud to help people who have been injured through no fault of their own, like in car crashes, motorcycle crashes, slip-and-falls, and wrongful deaths. In each case, I work hard to tell my client's story, no matter what their injuries. Whether they're suffering from a broken bone, a traumatic brain injury, or the wrongful death of a loved one, I treat my clients like family to learn their human story, and I'm committed to obtaining full and fair compensation for the injuries forced on them by someone else.

So, if you're in a fight with an insurance company, or if you or someone you love has been hurt or killed, I'm happy to talk with you about how I can help.

Licensed for 12 years

State CO

Status Active

Acquired 2010

Updated 01/13/2023

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

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McDermott Law, LLC

4600 S. Ulster Street

Suite #800

Denver, CO, 80237

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Posted by Garth | March 4, 2022

Very Thorough

When I hired McDermott law to represent me, Tim was assigned my case. I couldn't be more pleased. My appeal was built from the ground up with every piece strategically placed. Until now, I had no idea that insurance companies really are the way they are portrayed on film. Just plain sketchy. Tim remained diligent, asking questions and chasing leads. It was impressive.

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Posted by Andrew | September 15, 2021

Best in the business.

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Posted by Kevin | June 4, 2020

Insurance Case

I found Tim to be an outstanding legal professional. He took my case when other firms were not interested. Through his dedication to his clients we were able to file and win the case. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an outstanding lawyer to represent you.

Posted by Mike | April 16, 2019

Exceptional for Disability Appeals/Denials

This firm handled my wife’s appeal when her LTD insurance carrier abruptly terminated her benefits. Tim Garvey represented her through the appeal process; he and his team were so helpful in gathering objective and accurate information for the appeal submission. There is no way we could have managed the process without their representation and still won the appeal. This firm is very thorough, organized and responsive.

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Posted by anonymous | February 28, 2019

Mr. Garvey receives my highest recommendation

McDermott Law and my attorney, Tim Garvey receive my highest recommendation. Mr. Garvey & Mr. McDermott were thorough, detail oriented, realistic, and passionate about their work. I also interviewed two other firms, but what stood out about McDermott and Mr. Garvey for me was the fact that this is the only type of law they specialize in. At the time I felt, and now have confirmation, they are the experts in Insurance Benefits and ERISA case law. By the time they started on my case, there was already a tremendous amount of correspondence, information, and context to sift through. Mr. Garvey and the team worked efficiently and collaborated with me to insure all information submitted in the appeal was correct. Most importantly, our appeal was successful, and I’m now receiving LTD benefits and corresponding treatment.

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Posted by Scott | April 12, 2018

Professional and Personal

I hired Timothy because I was referred to him by a fellow attorney. Timothy ensured that my time was protected and that I was okay through the whole process. My case eventually settled, which was our goal from the beginning. My experience with Timothy did not involve any trial, but for depositions, meetings and the settlement talks, Timothy was an absolute pleasure to work with.

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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Attorney
Dormer Harpring
2022 - Present

Attorney
McDermott Law
2016 - 2022

Attorney
Levin Sitcoff, PC
2012 - 2016

Law Clerk
Second Judicial District of Colorado
2011 - 2012

Contract Attorney
Rothgerber Johnson & Lyons, LLP
2010 - 2011

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Education

University of Denver Sturm College of Law
J.D.
2010

Hague Academy of International Law
certificate
2009

Legal Cases

ERISA Disability Case
Judge reversed his prior decision and ruled for our client

AD&D insurance claim
Settled for nearly twice the policy limits

Successful ERISA Disability Outcome
Settled favorably after defeating the insurance company's attempt to dismiss a claim under ERISA 502(a)(3).

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Associations

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, Amicus Committee
Co-Chair
2019 - Present

City Year Denver
Mentor
2018 - Present

American Association for Justice
Member
2016 - Present

Colorado Bar Foundation
Fellow
2014 - Present

Colorado Bar Association
Civil Rights Committee
2012 - Present

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Member
2012 - Present

Denver Bar Association
Member
2010 - Present

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association, New Lawyers Division
Co-Chair
2016 - 2018

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
Board Member
2015 - 2022

American Constitution Society for Law and Policy (Colorado Chapter)
President
2013 - 2015

Colorado Bar Association, Young Lawyers Division
Council Member
2012 - 2014

Youth on Record
Board Member
2012 - 2017

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Languages Spoken

English

Awards

Super Lawyer
SuperLawyers
2021

Top 100 Trial Lawyers
National Trial Lawyers
2020

Rising Star
SuperLawyers
2020

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2019

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2018

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2017

Rising Star
Super Lawyers
2016

Top 40 Lawyers Under 40
American Society of Legal Advocates
2015

Pro Bono Award
Colorado Bar Association
2014

Pro Bono Recognition
U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado
2014

Colorado Bar Association Leadership Training Program Graduate
Colorado Bar Association
2013

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Publications

CTLA Auto Litigator's Handbook (3d ed.)
Searching for Insurance Coverage (with Michael J. Rosenberg)
2015

Denver Law Journal Online
Let Them Help
2013

Denver Journal of International Law
God v. Gays? The Rights of Sexual Minorities in International Law as Seen Through the Doomed Existence of the Brazilian Resolution
2010

Speaking Engagements

Blockbuster
How to Make the Most of ERISA
2018

Legislative Preview
Moderator
2015

CBA-YLD Annual CLE
Do's and Don'ts of Courtroom Etiquette
2013

Attorney endorsements

Received (2)

Given (7)

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Nelson Waneka

Insurance Attorney | May 27
Relationship: Co-worker

"Tim is an outstanding lawyer. Not only is he very skilled, and hard working, but he has an obvious passion for the law. His dedication to exacting justice, and his professionalism in the process, have led to great results for his clients. I routinely look to Tim's counsel when I face tough legal issues, and I will continue to do so in the future."

Matthew Cron

Insurance Attorney | May 07
Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Tim and I worked together on an insurance case that went to trial. A jury awarded the maximum amount permitted by law. Tim is a brilliant and passionate advocate for his clients, and knows everything there is to know about insurance law. Without Tim's hard work and legal acumen, our case never would have been as successful."