Martha Young Curtis

Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

5.0 (1 reviews)

Jacksonville, Louisiana

12+ years experience

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

504-299-2100

https://www.shergarner.com/attorney/curtis-martha-y/

909 Poydras Street, Suite 2800 New Orleans LA US

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Bio

Martha Young Curtis practices Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs law in Louisiana, providing skilled legal representation. With 12 years of legal experience, Young Curtis provides comprehensive representation in Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs matters. At Sher Garner Cahill Richter Klein & Hilbert LLC, Martha Young Curtis focuses on Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs matters. Clients value Martha Young Curtis's honest assessments and practical legal solutions. Martha Young Curtis serves Louisiana with a commitment to professional advocacy and client success.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Louisiana

State Capital

Baton Rouge

Highest Court

Louisiana Supreme Court

Bar Association

Louisiana State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

Free-$150

Typical Hourly Range

Often contingency-based

Fee Model Notes

Many personal injury matters are handled on contingency, often around 25%-40% of recovery.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Insurance Law
Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
Practice Area: Appellate Practice
Special Focus: COVID-19
Benchmark Plaintiff Litigation Guide to America’s Leading Litigation Firms & Attorneys has recently named Ms. Curtis a “Local Litigation Star” in Louisiana for her representation of plaintiffs in commercial, insurance and tort litigation for 2012
New Orleans City Business has awarded Mrs. Curtis the 2010 Leadership in Law Award
New Orleans Magazine named Mrs. Curtis one of the Top Lawyers in New Orleans, 2009
Martindale-Hubbell A-V rated since 1999
Senior Managing Editor, Tulane Law Review, 1989 - 1990
Rittenberg-Weinstein Award, Tulane Law Review, 1990
Harry S. Truman Scholar from Louisiana, Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation, 1985

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2013

Education

Tulane University, J.D., graduated 1990
Vanderbilt University, BA, graduated 1987

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Reviews

Emma Cook

3 months ago

Expert guidance through a complex insurance appeal

After a severe car accident, my insurer denied a major claim. Martha Young Curtis expertly handled my personal injury case and the subsequent appeal. Her deep knowledge of both insurance law and appellate practice was evident. She was thorough, professional, and communicated every step clearly. Her recognition in these fields is well-deserved. Thanks to her 12 years of experience and skilled representation, we achieved a favorable outcome that secured my family's future.