Atty. James Kurth
Atty. James Kurth is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, divorce law, workers compensation law and 1 other area of law.
Divorce Law & More Attorney · Serving Wausau, WI · 53+ Years Experience
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About James Kurth at a Glance
James Kurth is a Member based in Wausau, Wisconsin, practicing at James Kurth. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, workers comp, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1973), U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin (1973), and U.S. Supreme Court (1979). Educated at University of Wisconsin (J.D., 1973) and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Marathon County Bar Association State Bar of Wisconsin Wisconsin Academy of Trial Lawyers The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serves clients in Wausau, WI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Kurth
- Atty. James Kurth is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, divorce law, workers compensation law and 1 other area of law
- James received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
- James practices at James Kurth in Wausau, WI
Practice Areas Explained
James Kurth's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Kurth handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Wausau.
Divorce in Wausau
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
James Kurth is one of 50,071 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Wisconsin →
Personal Injury in Wausau
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
James Kurth is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Wisconsin →
Workers Compensation in Wausau
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
James Kurth is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Wisconsin →
Civil Litigation in Wausau
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James Kurth is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Wisconsin →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Wausau
Practicing law in Wisconsin. Legal matters in Wisconsin are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Wausau are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Wisconsin state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Wisconsin brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Wisconsin courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Wausau Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Wausau-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Wausau Choose James Kurth
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Kurth's practice in the field of divorce, personal injury, workers comp, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Kurth brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Wisconsin, U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin, and U.S. Supreme Court, James Kurth can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, personal injury, and workers comp, James Kurth can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Wausau
A Wausau-based practice means James Kurth attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James Kurth Handles in Wausau
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters James Kurth has experience with under Wisconsin law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact James Kurth directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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