Atty. Seth Cortigene
Seth Cortigene is a lawyer practicing personal injury, admiralty & maritime, mass torts and 3 other areas of law. Seth received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Admiralty & Maritime & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 41+ Years Experience
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About Seth Cortigene at a Glance
Seth Cortigene is a Member based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Seth Cortigene. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, product liability, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Texas (1985) and Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Louisiana Middle D (1989). Educated at South Texas College of Law (J.D., 1985) and New York University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Houston Bar Association State Bar of Texas Louisiana State Bar Association. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Seth Cortigene
- Seth Cortigene is a lawyer practicing personal injury, admiralty & maritime, mass torts and 3 other areas of law
- Seth received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1978, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Seth practices at Seth Cortigene in Houston, TX
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Seth Cortigene's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Seth Cortigene handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Personal Injury in Houston
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.
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Criminal Defense in Houston
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Product Liability in Houston
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Maritime & Admiralty Law in Houston
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Seth Cortigene is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Texas →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-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 Houston Choose Seth Cortigene
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 Seth Cortigene's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, product liability, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Seth Cortigene brings 41+ 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 Texas and Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Texas Southern District/Bankruptcy Court Louisiana Middle D, Seth Cortigene can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and product liability, Seth Cortigene can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means Seth Cortigene 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 Seth Cortigene Handles in Houston
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