Fearless in the pursuit of justice, Kevin has obtained stellar results on behalf of his clients, including significant, multi-million-dollar recoveries. A masterful tactician who believes in meticulous and comprehensive case analysis, preparation, and investigation, Kevin is valued for his convincing and influential written and oral arguments, ability to establish trust and rapport, and highly effective negotiation skills. Kevin’s ability to tell each client’s unique story both in and out of court and before judges and juries alike make him a veritable force when it comes to realizing the right result.
In addition, Kevin is frequently sought out by other lawyers requiring a skilled and experienced trial advocate to either handle or work with them on their cases. He is frequently asked to serve as co-counsel on such matters because of his proven track record of success, intellectual acuity, relentless tenacity, and extraordinary drive to succeed. Moreover, Kevin is dedicated to bringing individual attention and the full force and intellect of the firm to bear for his clients.
After graduating from the University of Kansas, Kevin completed his legal studies at the Arizona State University College of Law. He 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. Kevin has represented clients throughout Arizona, as well as in California, Florida, New Mexico, Nevada, Texas, Alabama, Georgia, and Alaska. A member of the Arizona State Bar, the Maricopa County Bar Association, and the American Bar Association, Kevin also earned the prestigious AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell and has been honored in “Best Lawyers” and “Super Lawyers” over his many years of practice.
Community involvement is a large part of who Kevin is outside of the law. He served on the Board of Directors for the Valleywise Health Foundation (VHF) as its Chairperson. VHF is an organization that supports the mission of Arizona’s only public safety net medical facility, the Arizona Burn Center, and the largest teaching hospital in the region. In addition, Kevin is an Arizona Ranger serving as a training and firearms instruction. He is also a member of the New York based Explorers Club.
Kevin’s many personal interests include flying, scuba diving, skiing, climbing, and competitive shooting sports.
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REPRESENTATIVE CASES
- Obtained a significant settlement for the family of a pilot killed in a plane crash
Kevin Neal obtained a significant settlement in Ohio for the widow and daughters of a pilot killed in a plane crash. Although the defendants claimed it was pilot error, Kevin worked diligently to prove otherwise and hold those responsible for the crash accountable. Kevin settled the case for the insurance policy limits arising out of claims of negligent maintenance and repair of the plane that crashed. - Obtained Defense Verdict in Patent Infringement Case in a Federal Court
In his second big trial win in California courts this year, Kevin obtained a defense verdict after a bench trial in a complex patent infringement case involving the allegation of "willfulness" in U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. The result is a huge win in a complex case involving millions of dollars over various claims and attorney’s fees. - Obtained $12 Million Jury Verdict in Breach of Fiduciary Duty Case
After a 3-week trial, a Ventura County jury rendered a unanimous verdict in favor of Kevin’s client, awarding $10M in compensatory damages and $2M in punitive damages, finding that the Defendants breached the parties’ agreement, the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, and its fiduciary duties to the Plaintiff. - Obtained a Proposed $15 Billion Settlement from Chemical Manufacturers in Tort Product Liability Suit
Kevin Neal and Ken Ralston were local counsel in a multi-district litigation that resulted in a $15 billion settlement. The firm represented the City of Tucson, Town of Marana, and City of Mesa, in a groundwater contamination and tort products liability case against multiple chemical manufacturers, including 3M Company, in City of Tucson, et al. v. 3M Company, et al. The terms of the proposed settlement are being reviewed by the court and pending approval. - Obtained Favorable Result from U.S. Supreme Court in Whistleblower’s False Claims Act Case
Kevin Neal and Ken Ralston obtained a major victory before the U.S. Supreme Court in Olhausen v. Arriva Medical, LLC, U.S. Kevin and Ken represent a former employer of Arriva Medical who brought suit alleging that Arriva, Abbott Laboratories, and Alere were defrauding the government by submitting false claims to Medicare, resulting in Medicare paying the companies upwards of $100 million. The trial judge dismissed the case and the Court of Appeals affirmed. But, in a major victory for whistleblowers, the Supreme Court reversed and remanded the case to the Eleventh Circuit. - Obtained Record-Setting $85M Settlement for State of Arizona in Consumer Fraud Case Against Google.
Gallagher & Kennedy attorneys Kevin D. Neal and Kenneth N. Ralston successfully represented the State of Arizona and the Arizona Attorney General’s Office in the lawsuit against Google for deceptive and unfair practices involving user location data. As lead counsel, Kevin obtained the $85 million settlement – the largest amount per capita the internet giant has paid in a privacy lawsuit of its kind – from Google to settle claims brought against the company under the Arizona Consumer Fraud Act in State of Arizona v. Google. - Recovered $1,125,000 settlement in major plane crash case in Alaska.
Kevin represented a passenger who was severely injured when the chartered seaplane flew into the side of a mountain during bad weather in Ketchikan, Alaska. The client, who was from Arizona, suffered a severe back injury. The case proceeded in Alaska Federal Court. Kevin’s settlement of $1,125,000 was the largest amount paid to any of the eight passengers who brought claims against the air charter business in Alaska.
ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS
- American Bar Association, Tort and Insurance Practice Section, Member
- Scottsdale City Court, Judge Pro Tem
- Scottsdale Business Development Forum, Member
- Valleywise Health Foundation, Board Chair, 2020-2022
- The National Trial Lawyers Association, Member
- Western Trial Lawyers Association, Member
- Lawyer-Pilots Bar Association, Member
- ASU College of Arts and Sciences’ Center for Political Thought & Leadership, Advisory Board Member
HONORS & AWARDS
- Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating
- Best Lawyers in America®, Aviation, 2025; Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, 2017-2025; Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, 2020-2025
- Southwest Super Lawyers®, Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff, 2016-2020, 2023-2024
- The National Trial Lawyers, Top 100 Trial Lawyers, 2020
- Phoenix Magazine, Top Lawyer, Aviation, 2022-2024
News
- Phoenix Magazine Names 11 G&K Attorneys to 2024 Top Lawyers - September 3, 2024
- Best Lawyers in America® 2025 Recognizes 51 Gallagher & Kennedy Attorneys - August 15, 2024
- 19 G&K Attorneys Selected to 2024 Super Lawyers & Rising Stars - April 8, 2024
- Class Action Suit Filed in Florida Against Yacht Brokers Association - March 4, 2024
- Kevin Neal Obtains Significant Settlement in Ohio for Family of Pilot Killed in Plane Crash - January 23, 2024
- Kevin Neal Wins Patent Infringement Case in Federal Court - December 18, 2023
- Phoenix Magazine Names 9 G&K Attorneys to 2023 Top Lawyers - September 1, 2023
- Best Lawyers in America® 2024 Recognizes 52 Gallagher & Kennedy Attorneys - August 21, 2023
- Kevin Neal Obtains $12 Million Jury Verdict in Breach of Fiduciary Duty Case - July 29, 2023
- Supreme Court Revives Abbott Whistleblower’s False Claims Suit - June 30, 2023
- G&K Obtains Favorable Result from U.S. Supreme Court in Whistleblower’s False Claims Act Case - June 30, 2023
- G&K Obtains Proposed $15 Billion Settlement in Groundwater Contamination Suit Against 3M, Other Manufacturers - June 6, 2023
- 18 G&K Attorneys Selected to 2023 Super Lawyers & Rising Stars - April 6, 2023
- 3TV Phoenix Interviews Kevin Neal & Ken Ralston on $85M Win for Arizona Against Google in Consumer Fraud Case - October 5, 2022
- Google to Pay Record-Setting $85,000,000 Settlement to the State of Arizona in Consumer Fraud Case - October 4, 2022
Publications
Kevin Neal represented me following my husband's wrongful death in a plane crash. From our initial contact, Kevin and Sharlee [Weaver] provided us with compassion, integrity, and a dedication to excellence. … This resulted in top-notch legal representation that went beyond a mere business transaction, becoming a partner in seeking justice for my family. …
If you or a loved one find yourselves in need of an attorney, especially for an airplane-related death claim, I highly recommend Kevin Neal with full confidence that you will receive the same exceptional care and representation that my family experienced.