Atty. Kurt Maahs

Atty. Kurt Maahs

Mr. Maahs joined Shapiro Law Team in November 2021.

Scottsdale Scottsdale 32 J. Erfahrung 32 year
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About Kurt Maahs at a glance

Kurt Maahs is an Attorney based in Scottsdale, Arizona, practforg at Shapiro Law Team. They haand 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1994), Nebraska (1994), Kansas (1995), and Iowa (2007). Educated at University of Nebraska (J.D., 1994) and University of Nebraska (B.S., 1991). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Scottsdale, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Über uns

  • Mr. Maahs joined Shapiro Law Team in November 2021
  • For over 25 years, Mr. Maahs has successfully tried, arbitrated, and mediated hundreds of cases ranging from product and automobile liability to commercial litigation
  • He’s obtained numerous verdicts and settlements worth millions of dollars, including helping a client obtain a $5.7 million settlement for a major trucking accident
  • Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Maahs was a managing attorney of the Arizona office of Sweet James, LLP and an assistant managing attorney at Phillips Law Group, P.C., representing victims of personal injury as well as individuals in bad faith actions against insurance companies
  • He also spent time as legal counsel for major corporations, including Walgreens, State Farm, Johnson and Johnson, Marriott, and Home Depot
  • After earning a degree in criminal justice from the University of Nebraska—Lincoln (1991), he graduated from the University of Nebraska Law School (1994)
  • Since then, Mr. Maahs has focused on providing the highest quality and most effective representation to his clients
  • He is admitted to the Bar in the state of Arizona as well as Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, and Iowa
  • When he’s not working, Mr. Maahs enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, running, reading, golfing, and following the Nebraska Cornhuskers
  • Published Works • “Primer on Telematics – A Vital Piece of Your Trucking Case”
  • The Advocate, March/April 2020, Arizona Association of Justice. (2020) Presentations & Seminars • “How Drivers Cheat ELDs”
  • Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys Annual Symposium. (2022) • “Conducting Thorough Client Intake and Pre-Suit Investigation”
  • Personal Injury Bootcamp, National Business Institute. (2021) • “Calculating Damages in Personal Injury Cases”
  • Personal Injury Bootcamp, National Business Institute. (2021) • “Initial Filing and Discovery Tips in Personal Injury”
  • Personal Injury Bootcamp, National Business Institute. (2021) • “Trial Preparation and Jury Selection”
  • Trial Preparation and Jury Selection, National Business Institute. (2021) • “Truck Crash Cases – A Primer”
  • Personal Injury – A Case-by-Case Toolkit, National Business Institute. (2020) Honors and Awards • Super Lawyers Rising Star—Southwest Region (2019) Professional Associations & Memberships • Arizona Association for Justice, Board of Directors • Sandra Day O’Connor Inn of Court • Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys • American Association for Justice • Maricopa County Bar Association

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

Practforg law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Scottsdale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Kurt Maahs's law office located?
Kurt Maahs's law practice is located in Scottsdale, Arizona. The firm is Shapiro Law Team. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Kurt Maahs practiced law?
Kurt Maahs has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Kurt Maahs go to law school?
Kurt Maahs earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S., 1991).
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Kurt Maahs's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Nebraska
- 1994
B.S.
University of Nebraska
- 1991

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1994
Nebraska
Admitted: 1994
Kansas
Admitted: 1995
Iowa
Admitted: 2007
Arizona
Admitted: 2011

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