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About Dov Apfel
Dov Apfel is a Partner at Levin & Perconti in Chicago and a nationally recognized authority in birth injury litigation, particularly cases involving cerebral palsy and hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE). With over 40 years of experience handling complex medical malpractice claims nationwide, his notable results include a $29 million settlement for catastrophic HIE, a $27 million recovery following a $20 million jury verdict, and an $18 million birth injury settlement. He is widely recognized for his expertise in electronic fetal monitoring and establishing causation in cerebral palsy cases.
Practice areas
Education
American University Washington College of Law
B.S., 1979
Queens College, City University of New York
Undergraduate, 1976
Bar admissions & credentials
State Bar of Illinois
State Bar of District of Columbia
State Bar of Maryland
Awards & recognition
Dan Cullan Memorial Lifetime Achievement Award (2011)
Super Lawyers (2008-2026)
Best Lawyers in America (2007-2026)
Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent
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