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About us
Levinson Axelrod, P.A. has been fighting for the rights of accident victims, workers, and their families across New Jersey for more than 85 years. Founded in 1939 by Jacob Levinson, our law firm got its start representing injured factory workers in communities throughout Central New Jersey who needed someone to help protect their rights after being injured on the job.
Today, our firm is led by Jacob’s son, Richard Levinson, and has grown into one of the state’s largest plaintiff's personal injury law firms. Since our founding, we have remained a family-operated firm. In our efforts to assist as many people in our community as possible, members of our law firm are fluent in English, Spanish, German, Greek, Russian, and Portuguese.
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$1B+
recovered for clients
10
Offices in New Jersey
20+
Trial Attorneys
85
Years fighting for justice
We Care About our Clients
Clients come to Levinson Axelrod, P.A. amid difficult times, which is why we strive to provide them with all of the support and resources they need in order to successfully navigate an unfamiliar legal process and the process of rebuilding their lives after a serious accident. While tough circumstances may lead clients to our door, our goal is to help them reach the most successful resolution possible before they leave.
Our attorneys put clients first by:
- Prioritizing honest communication
- Being accessible to client questions and concerns
- Taking the time to explain their legal rights and options
- Helping them make informed decisions about their case
A Nationally Recognized Trial Practice
Whether you or a loved one needs an advocate to pursue a personal injury claim, medical malpractice lawsuit, or workers’ compensation case, you can be confident in trusting our top-rated trial lawyers.
Whether you or a loved one needs an advocate to pursue a personal injury claim, medical malpractice lawsuit, or workers’ compensation case, you can be confident in trusting our top-rated trial lawyers.
In addition to earning widespread recognition for their individual talents, our attorneys have helped our firm earn U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” Tier 1 rankings in Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation law.
Our attorneys have been recognized by publications and attorney rating services such as:
Our attorneys have been recognized by publications and attorney rating services such as:
- The Best Lawyers in America
- New Jersey Super Lawyers & Super Lawyers Rising Stars
- The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100
- The Million & Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Top Verdict 2019: Firm Secured 3 of Top 50 Verdicts in New Jersey
Legal awards are more than votes of approval or popularity—they are a testament to the legal skill and ethical practices of the attorneys who receive them. Award recipients are often determined through rigorous surveying, peer reviews, research into case results, trial performance and more. Many awards recipients are determined through what their adversaries and judges have said about them, indicating that these awards are not about likeability, but legal ability.
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Cases We Handle
Our New Jersey Personal Injury Litigation Specialists take the time to help accident victims understand their options for a financial recovery and how we can fight for the compensation that they deserve.
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Automobile and Motorcycle Accidents
Medical Malpractice
Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA)
Trucking and Commercial Vehicle Accidents
Nursing Home Malpractice and Abuse
Dog and Animal Attacks
Construction Site Accidents
Workers Compensation
Wrongful Death and Catastrophic Injury Cases
Premises Liability and Falls
Product Liability
Dram Shop Liability
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An Award-Winning Law Firm
Since 1939, our trial lawyers have been trusted by victims in a range of high-stakes claims and have earned a reputation for their expertise.
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Attorneys Certified in Civil Trial Law & Workers’ Compensation
Another distinction of our firm is that 10 of our active partners have been certified either in Civil Trial Law or Workers’ Compensation Law in the state of New Jersey. Certification is achieved by only 3% of practicing lawyers, and it is easy to see why—the certification process rigorously evaluates an attorney’s trial experience, performance, and knowledge.
Performance reviews are conducted by the judges before whom an attorney has appeared, as well as the adversaries that have worked against our lawyers. It also includes an extensive written examination that tests an attorney’s expertise in his or her practice area. In the end, when an attorney has achieved certification, it means their opponents and previous judges acknowledged and approved of their legal expertise.
Contingency Fees: If We Don’t Win, You Don’t Pay
When you work with our firm, you never have to worry about affording our services. That’s because:
- We offer free case evaluations via phone, e-mail, or videoconferencing.
- There is no cost to hire our firm and no up-front fees.
- We work on a contingency fee basis, which means we only collect a fee if you are compensated.
This arrangement allows our clients to keep their money when they need it most, and for our firm to dedicate the necessary resources to litigate a case. As one of the largest injury law firms in the state, we have the resources to take on the costs of your case without you having to offer a cent up-front or out-of-pocket. We get paid only if we win.
Dedicated to fighting for our clients
Helping Our Clients Get the Compensation They Need
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"Everyone was excellent, caring and attentive."
Everyone was excellent, caring and attentive. I felt like family. That's how comfortable everyone made me feel especially in a very difficult time in my life.
S.C.
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"Everyone was excellent, caring and attentive."
Everyone was excellent, caring and attentive. I felt like family. That's how comfortable everyone made me feel especially in a very difficult time in my life. Celine was professional and so emphatic to my situation and went above and beyond to make sure I was treated fairly and got what i so desperately deserved. Thank you so much.
S.C.
"He treated my small workmans comp case as though I was his number 1 client."
Rich Marcolus from Levinson Axelrod is one of the best professionals that I have ever worked with. He treated my small workers' comp case as though I was his number 1 client.
C.C.
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"He treated my small workmans comp case as though I was his number 1 client."
Rich Marcolus from Levinson Axelrod is one of the best professionals that I have ever worked with. He treated my small workmans comp case as though I was his number 1 client. I was always kept up to date during the entire process, and everyone in his staff treated me like family. I would highly recommend Rich Marcolus and the law firm of Levinson Axelrod to anyone in need of assistance with a workmans comp case.
C.C.
"He was very supportive, caring, and attentive to detail."
Todd Wachtel was very supportive, caring, and attentive to detail. His patience with me and understanding of my situation made me comfortable and confident that I was being represented in the best possible way.
S.C.
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"He was very supportive, caring, and attentive to detail."
When I was injured on my job, I called Levinson Axelrod for advice on how to proceed with a Workers' Compensation Claim. I was referred to Mr. Todd D. Wachtel, whose professionalism shone through every step of the way. He was very supportive, caring, and attentive to detail. His patience with me and understanding of my situation made me comfortable and confident that I was being represented in the best possible way. Thank you Todd for all your hard work and for the resulting justified settlement. I will certainly recommend you to anyone needing a great attorney. Thanks again.
S.C.
"Always a top professional, strong advocate for justice and a bold negotiator."
I can’t thank Kim enough for the fantastic litigation she provided on my behalf. In a word Kim is Awesome and I would recommend her to colleagues, family and friends without hesitation.
J.R.
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"Always a top professional, strong advocate for justice and a bold negotiator."
My attorney Kim Gozsa handled my recent personal injury case as exemplary as she handled my prior case. She epitomizes what Most wish for when seeking the legal defense for a MVA. Always a top professional, strong advocate for justice and a bold negotiator. I can’t thank her enough for the fantastic litigation she provided on my behalf. In a word Kim is Awesome and I would recommend her to colleagues, family and friends without hesitation.
J.R.
"Thank you for your focused attention to my case and look forward to working with you again."
Your service, of which I am extremely thankful, went well above and beyond to reach a settlement. It's wonderful to have such a dedicated attorney in my corner.
M.S.
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"Thank you for your focused attention to my case and look forward to working with you again."
Dear Mr. Marcolus: I am sincerely pleased with the settlement and the quick, thorough attention you gave to my Workers’ Compensation case. As you know, my previous attorney did not provide anywhere near the services you had given me. I was in pain for nearly 4.5 years and nothing was done until I called the New Jersey State Department of Insurance and filed a complaint. It was then that I got action and it certainly wasn’t a result of my previous representation - it was hell. Your service, of which I am extremely thankful, went well above and beyond to reach a settlement. It's wonderful to have such a dedicated attorney in my corner. Although I still have some problems with my shoulder, I can assure you, I will be seeking your assistance again in the future. Also, it is guaranteed that I will be recommending you and the firm to others in need. In the end, I am fortunate to have had such professional representation that took into account the pain and suffering I endured for over 4 years without the necessary treatments I desperately needed. Thank you for your focused attention to my case and look forward to working with you again.
M.S.
"You were willing to do the work it required to get the Victory!"
I would also recommend you to those who like to work with a professional and WIN! You are Levinson Axelrod’s shining star!
G.A.
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"You were willing to do the work it required to get the Victory!"
Thank - You” for the “Burden of proof” you presented to the judge... which won my case! Prior to you…my case was in the hands of another attorney and I received two denials. Kim you stepped in and took over my case in its “Final Appeal” stage. You were willing to do the work it required to get the Victory! The judge even accepted your explaination of one missing document of evidence at my Hearing. It was delayed due to Covid-19 and you requested an extension. The judge granted it. You made sure that one document was received in time of the extension. A few weeks later I was elated to receive the judge’s approving decision for my case. One other accolade your work ethic deserves is... I noticed while working with you... whenever I called if you could not accept my call you always returned my call that same day. I appreciated that courtesy. Attorney Gozsa…you earned my confidence and I would definitely return to you as a repeat client. I would also recommend you to those who like to work with a professional and WIN! You are Levinson Axelrod’s shining star!
G.A.
Your Neighbors, Your Lawyers.
Our commitment to our clients and high-quality legal practice has allowed us to recover over $350 million for injury victims in the last 5 years alone—over $1 billion in our firm’s history. We have honed our skills through handling thousands upon thousands of cases, so while our clients may be facing an unfamiliar situation, our attorneys have been here before and know what to do.
To speak with a member of our firm in a free case consultation, call (732) 494-2727.
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If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident, now is the time to contact our Personal Injury Litigation Specialists. We offer free consultations via phone, email or video conferencing.