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Kevin D. Neal, Aviation Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Aviation and Personal Injury

Phoenix, AZ

Practicing aviation in Phoenix since 1987.

39+
Years practicing
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Kevin D. Neal is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Aviation and Personal Injury. Kevin has over 39 years of legal experience.

Based in
Phoenix, ARIZONA
Experience
over 39 years
Known for
Aviation · Personal Injury
  • Handles Aviation and Personal Injury matters from Phoenix, ARIZONA.
  • Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law (2026).

About Kevin D. Neal: Kevin D. Neal is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Aviation and Personal Injury. Kevin has over 39 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Kevin takes on

Kevin concentrates on aviation and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kevin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Aviation cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Kevin takes aviation matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kevin agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Kevin takes personal injury matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kevin agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Kevin D. Neal — aviation lawyer in Phoenix

Kevin D. Neal is an attorney based in Phoenix, ARIZONA. The practice focuses on Aviation and Personal Injury. Kevin has over 39 years of legal experience.

Kevin practices in the area of civil litigation, with an emphasis on aviation law, commercial litigation, medical malpractice, product liability, wrongful death and personal injury. Kevin has handled cases for clients in some of the largest lawsuits litigated in Arizona. He represents clients in claims and suits arising out of a variety of issues.

Kevin is a trial lawyer with over 25 years of experience before judges, juries and arbitrators. Although he has tried many cases, Kevin focuses on global resolution through alternative dispute resolution. He also advises clients on handling risk management and dealing with the aftermath of catastrophic events.

Kevin is admitted to practice before all Arizona State Courts, the United States District Court for Arizona, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. He has represented clients throughout Arizona, as well as in New Mexico, Nevada, California, Texas, Alabama and Georgia.

Kevin is a member of the Arizona State Bar, the Maricopa County Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the Defense Research Institute, the Aviation Insurance Association, and the Helicopter Association International. He has also earned the prestigious AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell and is a frequent lecturer on legal matters before both professional legal organizations and the public.

Kevin is a graduate of the University of Kansas and Arizona State University College of Law. He is a resident of Scottsdale, Arizona and serves as a Judge Pro Tem for the City. Kevin is a member of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Advisory Posse, the Explorers Club and he is involved with several local charities.

How Kevin handles aviation matters

Kevin practices in the area of civil litigation, with an emphasis on aviation law, commercial litigation, medical malpractice, product liability, wrongful death and personal injury. Kevin has handled cases for clients in some of the largest lawsuits litigated in Arizona. He represents clients in claims and suits arising out of a variety of issues. Kevin is a trial lawyer with over 25 years of…

The kind of cases Kevin takes

Kevin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for aviation and personal injury matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Arizona State University

    J.D. · 1987

  • University of Kansas

    BS · 1984

Jurisdictions

Kevin's state bar admissions

  • Arizona

    1987 · ACTIVE

Kevin studied at J.D. in Arizona State University and BS in University of Kansas.

Law school and academic background

Kevin completed J.D. in Arizona State University and BS in University of Kansas. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kevin runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Kevin has received 11 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating , Martindale-Hubbell

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Southwest Super Lawyers, Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff, 2016

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Aviation Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026).

Locations

Kevin D. Neal's office in Phoenix

Kevin's primary office is at 2575 East Camelback Road, Suite 1100, Phoenix, Arizona, 85016. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

2575 East Camelback Road, Suite 1100

Phoenix, Arizona 85016

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Hiring guide

How to hire Kevin D. Neal — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new aviation attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kevin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Kevin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kevin's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kevin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a aviation attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

A short list to run through before you commit: How many aviation matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kevin

Kevin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in aviation practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every aviation matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kevin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Kevin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many aviation practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Kevin D. Neal

  • How much does it cost to hire Kevin for a aviation case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kevin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Kevin offer a free consultation?

    Kevin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kevin's office. Some aviation attorneys offer free consults — check Kevin's current terms during booking.

  • How long do aviation cases in Arizona typically take?

    Simple aviation matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kevin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Kevin take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?

    Kevin is licensed in Arizona. Matters governed by Arizona law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kevin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Kevin?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kevin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Kevin accepting new aviation clients right now?

    Kevin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Aviation attorneys serving Phoenix, Tucson and Scottsdale in Arizona

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