$ 275-600 per hour
About David
Biography
I was a longtime shareholder at Levy | von Beck | Comstock | Chastain. The firm handles a wide variety of cases, with an emphasis on construction defects, property insurance claims, insurance bad faith, real estate litigation, and debt collection including liens. If you have a legal issue in one of these practice areas, I urge you to follow up with my former firm for assistance. They are a great bunch of lawyers with a strong support team.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Construction and Development
45%
30 years | 320 cases
Insurance
30%
30 years | 120 cases
Consumer Protection
20%
24 years | 25 cases
General Practice
5%
30 years | 140 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
16%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Oregon for 23 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 29 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Levy | von Beck | Comstock | Chastain | P.S.
1200 5th Ave., Suite 1850, Seattle, WA, 98101
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Posted by Brad | July 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Construction & Development
Helped us get more money than we asked for!
Dave represented us on a claim related to construction defects (roof not laid properly on new construction house, which resulted in significant water damage inside walls). Dave negotiated a settlement with the insurance provider that was greater than we even asked for! This obviously was a fantasti...
Posted by Stephen | August 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Construction & Development
Phenomenal effort for the win
Dave took a case against my general contractor after the contractor dug my lot too deep and then built my house without proper drainage or a moisture barrier, causing basement flooding only two months after construction was completed. Dave's daily dedication, effective and solid research, understandi...
Posted by anonymous | June 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Disappointed
I hired David Von Beck for my personal property damage for a claim against an insurance company. I was very disappointed in the services What Levy-Von Beck & Associates provided. There was not any effort made by him at all. I lost time and money.
David von Beck
Replied last June 02, 2016This is not the way our firm practices law, ever. The situation in this case was not as this client describes it, and we gave it 100% effort as we always do. Please see every one of the dozens of other client reviews of my work on this site. Every one of those reviews is positive, with five stars. If you have any questions at all, please call or email us. We are always available to answer your questions.
Posted by Elinor | March 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Biggest Fire in Seattle History--Dave is the Best
On April 30, 2015 I was involved in the largest fire in West Seattle history. 3 houses, including mine, burned to the ground. Besides my actual loss, I was involved in a insurance nightmare with Allstate. Allstate had insured me for 28 years, and I had the best policy possible. Yet, they only were...
Posted by Don | August 10, 2015 | Construction & Development
Solution to a difficult case
Dave von Beck was recommended to us by the president of Construction Dispute Resolution in Seattle as a particularly smart and aggressive attorney. We found this to be accurate. This was the attorney we needed for what we felt was a difficult case. We had experienced the nightmare contractor; issu...
David von Beck's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked both with and against Dave for many years, and endorse his legal ability, work ethic, collegiality, and integrity. All are first rate."
"Mr. von Beck is a highly capable attorney who upholds the highest level of professionalism. He is a strong, effective advocate for his clients. I wholeheartedly recommend him."
"I endorse David's work. He works hard for his clients and rates high in professional courtesy. I enjoy working with David whether on the same or opposite sides of a matter."
"I endorse David's work. While we often are on opposing sides I enjoy working with him and respect his positions even when differing from mine."
Philip Meade
Contracts and agreements lawyer
Coreen Wilson
Insurance lawyer
Mark Thompson
Construction and development lawyer
David Bierman
Construction and development lawyer
Experience
Honors
2026
Law Practice Business of the Year, Global Media Publishing’s Global 100
2025
Real Estate Law Firm of the Year - Seattle, Legal Insider
2025
Legal Excellence Award, Global 100 Awards
2024
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2024
Best Construction Defect and Real Estate Law Firm - PNW, Global Business Awards
2023
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2022
Best Construction Defect & Real Estate Law Firm - Pacific NW, Acquisition International Legal Awards
2022
Construction Law Firm of the Year, Corporate LiveWire Innovation & Excellence Awards 2022
2022
Prestige Award: Real Estate Law Firm of the Year (West Coast), Corporate LiveWire
2021
Real Estate Lawyer of the Year, Corporate LiveWire
2021
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2021
Best Construction Defect Law Specialists - Seattle, New World Report - Business Elite Awards
2021
Best Construction Defect/Property Insur. Claims Law Firm (Wash.), Acquisition International
2021
Best Insurance Law Firm - USA, Corp Today Magazine - 2021 Global Business Awards
2020
Best Construction Defect Law Firm - Pacific Northwest, Corp Today Magazine - 2020 Global Business Awards
2020
Super Lawyer, Washington Super Lawyers
2020
Three Best Rated, Top Three Real Estate Lawyer - Seattle
2020
Best Real Estate Litigation Firm - Pacific Northwest, USA, BUILD Magazine
2019
Best Construction Defect Law Firm - Pac. NW, Acquisition International
2019
Top 3 Real Estate Lawyers - Seattle, Three Best Rated
2019
Legal Elite Award: Best Construction Defect Firm - Pacific NW, U.S. Business News
2018
Insurance Claims Law Advisor of the Year - Wash., Acquisition International
2018
Business & Commercial Law Firm of the Year, Finance Monthly
2018
Construction Defect Lawyer of the Year, International Advisory Experts
2018
2018 Legal Elite Award (Constr'n Defects / Prop. Insur. Claims), U.S. Business News
2017
Construction Defect Law Firm of the Year - Pac. NW, Acquisition International
2016
Best in Construction Defect Litigation - Pacific Northwest, Acquisitions International
2016
2016 Legal Award, Corporate Livewire
2015
Best Law Firm for Construction Defects - USA, Acquisitions International
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Shareholder, Levy | von Beck | Comstock | Chastain | P.S.
Associations
1996 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2003 - 2020
Oregon State BarMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Blough et al. v. Shea Homes, Inc.
Favorable outcome for over 1,000 homeowners
NewHolly Homeowners Association v. Seattle Housing Authority
Favorable settlement (>$4 million) for plaintiffs
Education
1996
University of Washington School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
University of Washington
MA - Masters
1985
University of California - Santa Barbara
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2018
Ladder Down Lunch Panel Series
Firm Leaders Share Tips to Success
Publications
2007
Trial News, Washington State Trial Lawyers
The Plan: Big Ideas for America (Book review)
1998
Puget Sound Business Journal
Protecting your company's name on the internet
1997
Puget Sound Business Journal
Protecting Intellectual Property Requires Vigilance
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
How can I best use mediation to resolve an issue with my builder
13 May 2024
Q&A
My mom has been at the same house for 25 years the new neighbors are now saying that 25 feet is theirs.
04 Jan 2024
Q&A
How should I go about filing a claim for adverse possession? Or should we pursue an easement?
30 Mar 2023
Legal Guides
Video Legal Guide
Insurance claims and other claims for water damage require expert investigation of hidden damage
14 Jul 2016
Legal Guide
Does your pre-purchase home inspection report actually say, “DON’T BUY THIS HOUSE”?
18 Mar 2015
Legal Guide
How, Why, and When Should You Retain a Construction Defect Expert?
20 May 2010