Kenneth W. Curtis

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Kenneth W. Curtis

Licensed for 52 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Car Accidents, Litigation

11350 Random Hills Road, Suite 700, Fairfax, VA

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About Kenneth

Biography

Integrity, Experience and Reputation. Call today for a consultation.

Integrity, experience and reputation. Call today for a consultation.

Integrity, Experience and Reputation. Call today for a consultation.

Integrity, Experience and Reputation. Call today for a consultation.

Integrity, Experience and Reputation. Call today for a consultation.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Car Accident 25%

Auto accidents involving serious injuries resulting in life-changing damages or wrongful death, and accidents involving commercial trucks, motorcycles, bicyclists and pedestrians.

49 years | 200 cases

25%
Litigation 25%

Transportation accidents, elevator and airplane accidents, and construction defect matters. I also specialize in complex business litigation in State and Federal Courts.

50 years | 100 cases

25%
Medical Malpractice 25%

Complex medical malpractice cases, including catastrophic birth injury, traumatic brain injury, obstetrical malpractice, psychiatric malpractice involving suicide, plastic and reconstructive surgery, infectious diseases, pharmacology, and cardiac misdiagnoses.

50 years | 100 cases

25%
Personal Injury 25%

Wrongful death and serious personal injury matters. I also handle Injuries resulting from falls on private or commercial properties.

50 years | 100 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 300-450 per hour

Contingency

25%-40%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 32 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 45 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1981

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Virginia for 52 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 1973

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Mahdavi, Bacon, Halfhill & Young, PLLC

11350 Random Hills Road, Suite 700, Fairfax, VA, 22030

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Kenneth W. Curtis's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

23 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Ayako | December 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

A FIRM, GRACIOUS ADVOCATE

After interviews with many lawyers for my case, I was pleasantly surprised how patiently Mr. Curtis listened to the details of my complaint without rushing to conclusions, even though it was long and complicated with many details. Once I finished, he explained several possible grounds for a lawsuit ...as well as options available and overall strategy. He reviewed what information I had, then clearly identified other data needs. His experience with complicated cases and hard deadlines, was evident in the clarity of documents he generated, regular communication with me, and strategies he employed to get key information in discovery. During settlement negotiations, he firmly, but graciously advocated for a fair outcome. I am so fortunate to have had him represent me. I would like to give him 10/10 score.

Posted by Rob | June 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Auto accident

I was rear-ended in 2015 by a driver who was uninsured, drove a vehicle not belonging to her, with a license plate belonging to another vehicle. Both vehicles were totaled and my car was driven into another vehicle in front of me. I suffered physical injuries in the crash and had a severe concussion... that lasted over a year and numerous injuries to my teeth that required significant dental work. I claimed the damages to my insurance carrier who paid for my car, but did nothing to help in the settlement of the claim under my Uninsured Motorist coverage for my medical injuries and pain and suffering through my recovery. I consulted with Mr. Curtis in 2017 and hired him to represent me. It took 5 years to finally get the claim settled due to the incompetent adjusters and lawyers for the insurance carrier. Ken Curtis was very patient with me and very methodical and professional in his approach with the insurance carrier. They changed their legal representation several times and changed my claims adjuster 6 times. Covid shut down the courts for two years. After 7 years since the accident, Mr. Curtis was able to guide the case to a successful conclusion without having to go to court. I found him very competent, professional, methodical, and knowledgeable of legal requirements in the handling of my case. He spent more time and effort trying to overcome the incompetence of the insurance claims adjusters and its legal representation. The insurance carrier finally provided a competent attorney and claims adjuster to settle the case. I was pleased with the outcome and feel Mr. Curtis had my interests at heart from the beginning. I would HIGHLY recommend him if you need legal counsel.

Posted by anonymous | April 06, 2020 | Employment & Labor

Outstanding Service

I contacted Mr. Curtis to find out if I might be legally at risk based on a well intentioned action I had taken to confront a difficult work situation problem. Mr. Curtis promptly returned my phone call, listened very carefully to what I had to say, and asked important follow-up questions. He then cl...early explained why I was not at fault in any way. He contrasted that with what would have put someone in legal jeopardy if he/she had acted in a different way. Beyond that, he provided expert advice about other actions one could legally take to address the problem situation that I had presented. He did all of this as part of the free one-hour consultation that he provides. I was impressed by his expertise and gracious manner that I will not hesitate to contact him should I need legal help on this or other legal matters going forward. I am confident that if he were not the best person to work with me, he would recommend me to someone else.

Posted by Linda | December 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

If you want the very best

Ken Curtis actually became my attorney by default when the first attorney I consulted became ill. At first I admit I was a little leary, but he soon put my fears to rest. He was very professional, questioning me until he had covered all aspects of my personal injury claim. After reviewing the infor...mation I had given him, he personally went to the site of my injury and took pictures of where the incident occurred, interviewed all witnesses, and contacted the companies involved for pertinent information. He was always available to answer any questions I had and kept me fully apprized on the ongoing aspects of the case. He prepared me for what to expect at the deposition so that I felt fullly comfortable. with the process. When the attorney for the opposition continued to make assumptions that were incorrect, he clarified her misconception and we we able to proceed with the deposition without further misunderstandings. On his advice, we rejected their first offer and subsequently settled for a much higher amount. Even after the case was closed, when I needed advice for my daughter on another matter outside his area of expertise, he consulted other attorneys and was able to recommend some one who was able to help her. Would I recommend Mr. Curtis to s friend with a personal injury claim? Most definitely! In fact, I already have! On a personsal level, when he found out that I needed a Stem Cell transplant, both he and his wife offered to be tested to see if they were compatible donors. I found Mr. Curtis to be highly competent and knowledgeable and a warm and compassionate person.

Posted by Kelsey | December 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

The Representation You Need and Deserve

My husband hired Ken to represent me after a nearly fatal car accident that left me with siginificant physical trauma and a mind altering concussion. This accident produced not only had my severe injuries but also two wrongful death cases. To say this was going to be a difficult case is an understate...ment. Ken was kind and courteous throughout the process. He helped fully prepare me for depositions and constantly kept me in the loop with what was going on, what was coming up next, and what my options were. He always allowed me to make the decisions I felt best but fully gave me his legal advice that gave me the confidence to do so. The case settled out of court and, based on the settlement, Ken fought for me every step of the way. I will always be thankful for and appreciate his kindness during one of the most difficult circumstances I have ever been through, his knowledge and competency to guide me through a process I had never experienced, and his reassuring presence in the deposition and throughout all communications. If you need someone who will truly listen to you and fight for you and what you deserve, I can not recommend Ken highly enough. Though I hope to not need a lawyer again, should I find myself in that situation, without hesitation I know who I will call. If you've been injured in a car accident, I know from personal experience Ken is the best lawyer you can find. Hire him to represent you, it will be one of your best decisions in an awful situation.

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Medical malpractice lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Curtis is extraordinarily professional and knowledgeable. He has an extensive understanding of medical malpractice matters and has the patience and the compassion to help clients through this very difficult subject. I highly recommend him."

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Honors

2021

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Client's Choice, Avvo

2015

Brennan Award, National Trial Advocacy College at The University of Virginia

2015

Top 100 Civil Plaintiff's Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2007

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2006

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2009 - 2016

Attorney, Kenneth W Curtis PLLC

2001 - 2009

Partner, Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP

1990 - 2001

Partner, Surovell, Jackson, Colten, & Dugan, PC

Associations

2001 - Present

National Trial Advocacy College at The University of Virginia

Faculty

1995 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

George Mason American Inns of Court

Founding Member

1990 - Present

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

Sustaining Member

1981 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Member

1973 - Present

Virginia State Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

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Education

1972

George Washington University National Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1968

Seton Hall University

MS - Master of Science

1964

State University of New York at Buffalo

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2018

37th Annual National Trial Advocacy College Trial Advocacy

2017

36th Annual National Trial Advocacy College

Trial Advocacy

2016

35th Annual National Trial Advocacy College

Trial Advocacy

2015

VTLA Continuing Legal Education

iPad for Lawyers

2015

VTLA Conference on Expert Witnesses

Expert Witnesses Case Law Update

Publications

1998

Lexis Law Pub., Charlottesville, VA Virginia Objections at Trial

Languages

English

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