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Dave Levy

Partner

Dave Levy is a seasoned trial attorney with substantial experience (20+ years) in construction litigation and related matters as well as general civil disputes. His clients include owners, developers, general contractors, trades people, and material suppliers, as well as design professionals. Dave’s practice areas also include the fields of professional negligence, products liability, insurance coverage/litigation, retail/restaurant/hospitality, and trucking/transportation. To date, Dave has tried approximately 25 cases to verdict in the state and federal courts in North Carolina. He has also handled several arbitrations both through the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and private arbitration to conclusion. Dave’s practical and result-oriented approach is the perfect complement to our Construction and General Litigation teams.
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Dave's Practice Areas

Business Litigation
Business Litigation
Construction Litigation
Construction Litigation
Education
  • University of Denver, Sturm College of Law, J.D., 2004
  • Colorado College, B.A., 2000
Admissions
  • North Carolina State Bar
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts of North Carolina
  • Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals
Affiliations
  • North Carolina Bar Association
  • Mecklenburg County Bar Association
  • Defense Research Institute
  • Claims and Litigation Management Alliance
  • Counsel for Children’s Rights
  • Construction Law Society of America – Fellow
Awards and More
North Carolina Super Lawyers, Rising Star: 2010, 2013 – 2018
North Carolina Super Lawyers, Construction: 2025
The Best Lawyers in America, Construction Law: 2021 – present
AV Rating from Martindale-Hubbell
Counsel for Children’s Rights Pro Bono Attorney of the Year: 2010
Community Involvement
Counsel for Children’s Rights, 2007 - Present

Approach

From the outset and continuing for the duration of any engagement, Dave carefully weighs the value of services provided versus the potential outcome. He makes a concerted effort to keep clients well informed at each stage, including the various perspectives that invariably arise with disputes. Dave is committed to providing strong, ethical and cost-effective representation for business and individual clients. 

Making a Difference

In the community, Dave has been involved in a variety of pro bono projects for most of his career. He has volunteered with Legal Aid of North Carolina, and locally, with Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy. Dave’s longest standing pro bono relationship, from 2007 to present, has been with the Counsel for Children’s Rights, where he has volunteered as a best-interest attorney for children involved in custody disputes.

More about Dave

Dave has lived in the NoDa neighborhood in Charlotte for nearly sixteen years. He is a staunch advocate of the community and assures us that we have made a wise move investing in the area. When not at work, Dave enjoys hiking, exercise and cooking. 

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