David E. Wattel

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David E. Wattel: Attorney with Wattel & York
Attorney Awards
  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer Distinguished Rating
  • Silver Client Champion
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Biography

David Wattel is a founding member of the law firm of Wattel & York. Mr. Wattel obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Illinois in 1984. He continued on to earn his Juris Doctor from the Arizona State University College of Law in 1988. He has devoted 20 years of law practice to representing those injured at the hands of others. He actively litigates cases and has represented more than 12,000 clients. In addition, Mr. Wattel trains physicians through the American Institute of Personal Injury Physicians (AIPIP), an organization founded by Wattel, on how to properly document personal injury claims. He also speaks nationally to auto body shops and their professional associations regarding diminished value and other property damage related subjects. Mr. Wattel is a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Arizona Trial Lawyers Association, and the State Bar of Arizona. He is licensed to practice in the State of Arizona, as well as the United States District Court, District of Arizona.
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Areas of Practice (10)

  • Personal Injury
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Property Damage
  • Nursing Home Negligence
  • Wrongful Death
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Motorcycle Accidents
  • Boating Accidents
  • Slip and Fall
  • Dog Bites

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Illinois, B.A., 1984
Law School Attended:
Arizona State University, J.D., 1988
Year of First Admission:
1988
Admission:
1988, Arizona; 2015, Washington; 2016, Oregon
Memberships:
State Bar of Arizona.
ISLN:
902924077

Payment Information

Contingency Fee
33% - 40%
Other Information
Free initial consultation

Peer Reviews

4.1/5.0 (12 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® Distinguished Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.1/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.1/5.0

  • Judgment

    3.9/5.0

  • Communication

    4.4/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.3/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 06/23/22 in Personal Injury

    David is an excellent attorney having ran an extremely successful personal injury practice for several decades while obtaining extraordinary results for his clients.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 06/23/22 in Personal Injury

    I have known Dave for 15 years. I first met him as opposing counsel where I represented defendants and he represented plaintiffs. He is an exceptional lawyer and contributor to the field of personal injury law in Arizona.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 05/09/23 in Automobile Accidents

    One of the greatest lawyers I know. Highest ethical and professional standards.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 09/05/22 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Managing Partner on 07/08/22 in Personal Injury

    Dave Wattel is a tremendous lawyer, and I learned a great deal from him.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 06/24/22 in Personal Injury

    Dave is one of the bright legal minds in our Arizona community!

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  • 3.4/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 12/02/11 in Personal Injury

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  • 3.2/5.0 Rated by a Of Counsel on 08/07/12 in Personal Injury

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  • 3.0/5.0 Rated by a Principal on 07/30/12 in Personal Injury

    Ruthless and discourteous

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  • 2.8/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 07/23/12 in Personal Injury

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Avvo Client Review
5.0/5.0 (5 reviews)

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Lawyers Client Review
5.0/5.0 (3 reviews)
Silver Client Champion

Great attorney and wonderful staff.

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Contact Information:

844-469-9755  Phone

480-899-2741  Fax

www.wattelandyork.com

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