Douglas Benjamin Levy

Douglas Benjamin Levy

4.8
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 37 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Tucson, AZ
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice

283 South Scott Avenue, Tucson, AZ

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023
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About Douglas

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 90%

I represent solely Plaintiffs (injured claimants) who have suffered injuries as the result of negligence or carelessness of an individual or corporation. All of my cases involve insurance companies who insured the negligent individual or corporation. I also handle premises liability, products liability and insurance bad faith cases, but this AVVO website fails to list those practice areas.

37 years | 400 cases

90%
Medical Malpractice 10%

I solely represent Plaintiffs (injured claimants) who have suffered injuries as a result of the negligence or carelessness of a doctor, hospital, nurse, or other health care provider.

37 years | 30 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-33%


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 30 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1995

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023

Licensed in New York for 37 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1988

Suspended

Location

Douglas B. Levy, P.C.

283 South Scott Avenue, Tucson, AZ, 85701

Douglas B. Levy, P.C.

The Wolverine Building, 283 South Scott Avenue, Tucson, AZ, 85701

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Douglas Benjamin Levy's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

43 Client Reviews

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Posted by Amatavaoatea | July 15, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Douglas Levy is not being TRUTHFUL.

Douglas Levy you are leaving out the facts and truth what happened now you are pretending that it never exists. First you were my lawyer because Hayford Pierce did not want to deal with my car accident because of what he when through with his wife Dushka Peirce who died from cancer. He didn't refer m...e to you. Hayford and I talked about finding a lawyer to represent me during my car accident and that's how we found you Douglas Levy. So don't try to lie say he referred me to you, we live together during that time. Second I am an American citizen I was born in American Samoa why are you lying saying I was born in Tahiti. That just tell me you did not really look into my background but you found out about what happened to my culture about the transgender people. And during my arbitration you never ask any question about the car accident. Your concern was why am I a transgender, do my culture accept transgender. And if you look up the deposition that we had all the question you ask was not due to the car accident and that's why Hayford and I got into a fight because you were discriminating against me for being a transgender and it has nothing to do with my car accident. And before you found out that I was transgender what did you say to me Douglas Levy, we could take this case to the court because you are just a young lady going to school third car at a T intersection nothing to do but wait for the Green arrow and got struck by another car. But when you found out that I was transgender you said we can't not take this case to court because the jury might not understand me being a transgender. And I said to you what does that have to do with my car accident when you were questioning me for preparation for the arbitration. You can go look it up at a deposition that nothing that you question me about had nothing to do with the car accident so there another lie. Third Right after you started treating me like that Hayford and I got into so many fights that I left. Because I told him why isn't he telling you why are you questioning me as a transgender has nothing to do with my car accident? Hayford and I were still in contact after I left because he knew I was right. And Hayford never got married again. Because he still had three children that he adopted that lives in Tahiti by his only wife that died by cancer. Wanda Zhang was just a girlfriend that he kick out so many times that she keeps on returning because what Hayford Has. And if you look it up he dedicated a book for me because I was trying to be a chemist before my car accident look it up it's on Amazon The book is called The Big bang. When Hayford told Wanda to leave she told him if he could pay her airfare to China and she will never return to him. Because Hayford told me and Marissa about that trip Wanda Zhang took to China and then returned back to Hayford with a Chinese man. Douglas Levy you falsify paper to make Wanda Zhang Hayford wife which I am sorry but Hayford will never leave his kids in Tahiti behind. And then Wanda's daughter is a one that emailed me that email about Hayford killing himself which is the only reason why they're trying to get rid of me cuz I am on Hayford will. And I took care of him when we were living together you saw it when we invited you to our party. None of you came to who his funeral I had to take his body to Samoa and Tahiti made preparation for his funeral you are here in the mainland trying to give out his estate. And don't you remember me calling you see what's happened and then I told you I got some weird email from him and you tell me to forward it to you so you can use it. So why lie about that as well. You messed up our relationship that's why we separate it. And I did read every review about you falsifying evidence and then a judge calling you a potty mouth. The disrespect you have we befriended you Doug because you know me and that's all to it. Hayford loves his kids in Tahiti and me as well. Did you contact his kids Nope.

Posted by anonymous | February 11, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Great Outcome

If you get into an accident, look no further, Doug Levy is your man. Excellent attorney, knows his stuff, just brilliant. I used him twice and both times I had an excellent outcome. He and his assistant Mike are both absolutely outstanding. Doug will navigate through the whole process, will tell you ...what you can do to help save money. I own a small business, first accident my employees got in to, vehicle got completely destroyed, one of the employees was seriously injured, another was in the hospital also. Doug successfully navigated me out this mess. Second accident I got hit, my truck was totaled, and I had a permanent injury, Doug navigated me out this exceptionally. I cannot be happier coming out that situation. Nobody can do what Doug did for me in both circumstances. I cannot be happier with both outcomes.

Posted by anonymous | May 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney

He fights and defends you to the best of his ability

The senior partner of Tucson most Prestigious law firm recommended Doug Levy to me. Four years later doug succeeded Beyond our greatest expectations . Doug advised and remained in contact with me during the entire period . A true lawyers lawyer

Posted by anonymous | February 23, 2022 | Criminal Defense

Doug Levy is a WINNER & FIGHTER!

Doug Levy will fight for you till the end! I was in the court room two times, and watched him preform his magic as two cases were trying to get dismissed, but Doug with his expertise, fought with all the evidence that he provided to the court to get two convictions as he won both very difficult cases.... I have consulted with Doug several times and he is so knowledgeable and professional! Plus, Doug is just an all around great person and a good listener. I would hire Doug Levy in a minute. Doug Levy, will fight till the end for you!! You can't go wrong with his knowledge and expertise!!!!

Posted by E G | July 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Doug will fight for you!

I was injured in a serious car accident while driving on the south side of Tucson. Because I was driving for work, workman's compensation was also involved. My husband and I knew this would be a messy and long process. We met with Doug to discuss our case. He was honest and up front by telling us tha...t it was a pretty simple case that we could handle on our own. He walked us through how it would go and what we could expect. He then offered to provide assistance if it got too crazy. He gave us all of this information and guidance without a commitment from us! My husband and I thought it over and decided that we didn't want the headache and stress of maneuvering through the ugliness of dealing with insurance companies, so we signed on with Doug. We did not regret it! He was responsive, informative, and knowledgeable through the whole process. I am so grateful that I had Doug in my corner. It greatly helped reduce the stress so that I could focus on my recovery. I highly recommend Doug to assist with and fight for getting what you deserve after being injured.

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Douglas Benjamin Levy's Lawyer Endorsements

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David Alexander

Litigation lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Friend

"Talented, Aggressive, Knowledgeable Litigation Attorney 5.0 stars Posted by DAVID I practiced business law in Silicon Valley for forty years. On many occasions I had to select litigation attorneys to prosecute or defend actions for my business clients. I know the tells of good attorneys and bad ones. I can recognize the ones who know their stuff and the ones who don’t. I met Doug Levy in 2005 when a wealthy Arizona friend needed a litigation attorney, and I went with my friend when he met with Doug whom he eventually hired. In that case Doug rejected the insurance company’s offers and took the matter to binding arbitration where Doug secured an award of $190,000, far higher than any of the insurance company’s settlement offers. Over the ensuing years on many occasions I’ve spent many hours with Doug, and I know his personality, his intelligence, his ethics and his character. If I had to pick the top five litigators I’ve met over my forty years of practice, Doug Levy"

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Douglas Landau

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Candid, smart, hard-working & experienced, Doug Levy is our "go to guy" for Arizona legal matters. Having known him for over a decade, he is always forthright in his answers & able to put us in the right direction. I have also visited his office & he could also be the mayor, he is so popular. He does not waste our time with B.S. and, as a second generation personal injury lawyer, he really understands the important issues deeply. Unlike most "wannabe p.i. lawyers," Doug also puts his money where his mouth is, passionately supporting those groups that help injured victims & disabled workers before the state legislators & on Capitol Hill."

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Joanne Beasy

Personal injury lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"For almost 3 years I worked with Doug on a personal injury matter that was venued in Tucson. To say that Doug knows the law and that he is smart, organized, thorough, informative and diligent are understatements. He is all that and more. I have enjoyed working with him and will not hesitate to refer clients to him in the future."

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Blaine McHone

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Doug has extensive knowledge in the field of personal injury. He has a wealth of knowledge in the field of dog bites and accidents where the defendant is also guilty of DUI. Doug also mentors new attorneys to help them develop their skills. For these reasons I highly recommend Doug Levy as a personal injury attorney."

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Douglas Landau

Personal injury lawyer

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Frank Verderame

Personal injury lawyer

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John Kuhnlein

Social Security & Disability lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.

Reprimand issued in AZ, 2023

updated on 11/02/2023

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Suspension issued in AZ, 2022

updated on 03/30/2023

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Suspension issued in AZ, 2021

updated on 02/22/2022

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Reprimand issued in AZ, 2020

updated on 05/14/2020

This means the attorney did something wrong, but the Bar did not suspend the lawyer. Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Suspension issued in AZ, 2007

updated on 03/13/2016

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Douglas’s comment:

“Please see my "Client Reviews," which are perfect and kind and wonderful. Please see my "Profile," which clearly responds to this nonsense. This suspension had nothing to do with "unethical" nor illegal conduct as a lawyer, nor as a person. That suspension had to do with being wrongfully accused of engaging in litigation with an "offensive personality." I steadfastly denied those allegations and no one ever appeared...”

Honors

2011

Enduring Service Award, Arizona Association for Justice

2001

Young Man of the Year, Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona

1995

Man of the Year, The Village Temple

Work Experience

2001 - 2016

Trial Lawyer, Douglas B. Levy

1996 - 2000

Trial Lawyer, West, Christoffel, Konigsberg & Zickerman, P.C.

1988 - 1995

Trial Lawyer, Levy & Levy, P.C.

Associations

2014 - Present

Pima County Bar Association

Patron Member

2000 - Present

Arizona Trial Lawyers Association

Board of Governors

1997 - Present

American Association for Justice

Sustaining Member

2006 - 2015

Handmaker Jewish Services for the Aging

Board of Directors

2001 - 2007

Jewish Children's And Family Services - Tucson

Board of Governors

1999 - 2001

University of Arizona Hillel Foundation

President

Sample of Legal Cases

Miller v. Kramber, et al. See, http://law.justia.com/cases/arizona/court-of-appeals-ddivision-two-unpublished/2010

Great verdict for the Plaintiff

Kirkaldy vs Hertz and The Ford Motor Company, et al.

http://www.leagle.com/decision/1995820221AD2d599_1216/KIRKALDY%20v.%20HERTZ%20CORP.

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Education

1988

Emory University

JD - Juris Doctor

1985

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2006

Arizona Trial Lawyers Association CLE Seminar

Legislative Update - 2006

2002

National Business Institute CLE Seminar

Plaintiffs Personal Injury Law - A Primer

1998

Natonal Business Institute CLE Seminar

Products Liability Law - Arizona

1997

National Business Institute CLE Seminar

How To Handle Automobile Collision Cases

Publications

2010

2010

Arizona Appellate Reports - Division 2 Miller vs. Kramber - Opinion

2006

Arizona Trial Lawyers Association Legislative Update - 2006

2002

State Bar of Arizona Plaintiffs Personal Injury Law - A Primer

1998

National Business Institute Seminar Products Liability Law - Arizona

1997

National Business Institute Seminar How To Handle Automobile Collision Cases

1995

1991

New York Appellate Reports Bramble vs. Sears Roebuck Co., Inc.

1985

The Michigan Daily 'M' falls as offense stalls, 24-17: 4th quarter TD's ruin Blue's Holiday

1984

The Michigan Daily - True Blue Column Goal-line stand brings back...memories of another decade

1984

The Michigan Daily Unsure of Blue, Bo readies for OSU

1984

The Michigan Daily - True Blue Column Inspiring clash...'M"-OSU ready for showdown

1984

The Michigan Daily Bo's boys to battle Bucks

1984

The Michigan Daily 'M' wilts to OSU, 21-6

1984

The Michigan Daily Battle with BYU a possibility: A Holiday for Michigan?

1984

The Michigan Daily - True Blue Column Despite dismal Season...lucky Blue gets big bowl

1984

The Michigan Daily - True Blue Column Hoop du jour...C'mon Canham, do it

1984

The Michigan Daily - True Blue Column Michigan's dominant athlete?...Wolverine wrestler McFarland

Languages

Yiddish

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