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Kurt Matthew Young

Workers compensation Attorney at Toledo, OH

5.0   2 reviews
  • Licensed for 29 years
    State OH
    Acquired 1993
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About Kurt

Learn Kurt’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Workers compensation
    90%
    Ohio State Bar Association Board Certified Specialist in Ohio Workers' Compensation law.

    30 years, 8,000 cases

  2. Election campaigns and political law
    10%
    Since 2002 have served as a member of the Lucas County Democratic Voter Protection/Promote the Vote Team. Also serving as General Counsel to Zimmann for Congress Committee 2011 onward.

    21 years

 

Kurt is one of the first Ohio State Bar Association Board  Certified Specialists in Ohio Workers' Compensation Law. He has been named a 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 Ohio Super Lawyer (recognizing him as one of the Top 5% of Ohio's attorneys in the area of Workers' Compensation Law), having been previously been named in 2005. 2006 and 2007, Law as an Ohio Super Lawyer Rising Star (recognizing him as one of the Top 5% of Ohio's attorneys in the area of Ohio Workers' Compensation Law under the age of 40 or with less than 10 years in the practice of law).

 

He has argued over 19,000 hearings before all levels of the Industrial Commission of Ohio and has litigated cases before various Courts of Common Pleas and District Courts of Appeals throughout Ohio and has over a dozen published Court of Appeals and  Ohio Supreme Court decisions.  Kurt has been an adjunct instructor of Administrative Law (Social Security Disability and Workers' Compensation) at Stautzenberger College in Toledo and his firm still serves as an externship site for this program.  He also regularly presents to the Legal Assisting Program at the University of Toledo as well.

 He is the past Chair of the Toledo Bar Asscoiation's Workers' Compensation Committee; past President of the Northwest Ohio Claimant's Attorneys; Past Chair of the Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers, now known as Ohio Association for Justice, Workers' Compensation Executive Committee and former board member and PAC board member; Past Ohio Captain of the Work Injury Law & Advocacy Group (national workers' compensation attorneys organization) and a member of the Ohio State Bar Association Workers' Compensation Committee and is currently serving a three year term on it's Section Council.

 Kurt has presented seminar topics to the Toledo Bar Association Yearly Workers' Compensation Seminar, Akron Bar Association's Workers' Compensation Committee Seminar and Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers Fall and Summer Seminars, serving as co-moderator for it's 2005-2007 workers' compensation seminars. 

 Kurt is also a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity International (where is the former Justice of the John Hay and Cleveland Alumni
Chapters and former District XIV District Justice)), Phi Kappa Psi(social fraternity), and Omicron Delta Kappa (national leadership
honorary). 

Kurt served as Chariman of the Lucas County Democratic Party until 2020.  He is a member of the Executive Committee, and served as the chair of it's Policy and Bylaws Committee.  He is also a precinct committeeman in Toledo and served as Ward Chair of Ward 10.  He is a past member of the Wood County Democratic Party's Executive Committee, a past member of the Central Committee of the Cuyahoga and Summit County Democratic Parties.  Kurt was a delegate to the 2012 Democratic National Committee. He was awarded a Shoemaker Fellowship in Democratic Leadership by the Ohio Democratic Leadership Institute in 2013. He previously served on the  Executive Committee of the Ohio Democratic Party as well. 

 In 2017 Kurt was appointed to an unxpired At Large term on Toledo City Council.  He was then confirmed as the Chair of the Public Safety and Crminal Justice Reform Committee and Vice Chair of the Water Quality Streets and Infrastructure Committee.  During his brief tenure, he chaired a number of hearings on controversial, but vital topics.  He also passed legislation to permanent enshrine the Police Civilian Review Board, along with operating legislation covering most of the city's budget. 

In 2019, Kurt was appointed as one of the two Democratic Board Members of the Lucas County Board of Elections, and is the ranking Democrat on that body.  During his tenure, the Board was able to move to new offices, finishing a nearly decade long project to consolidate the board's operations to one campus. 

 His undergraduate degree is in Political Science from the University of Akron.  The Ray C. Bliss Institute at the University of Akron awarded him a certificate in Applied Politics (campaign and interest group management) in 1991 and he was the first Democrat awarded that certification.  He was the endorsed Democratic Candidate for the Fourth District Ohio House Race in 1998.  He has served as all levels of campaign staff from volunteer to campaign manager.  In 2012, Kurt served as Deputy Campaign Manager and General Counsel to the Zimmann for Congress Campaign.  He also has served as a consultant to several issue and candidate campaigns from School Board to Congressional. 

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Law Offices of Kurt M. Young, LLC
1217 Jefferson
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Posted by A. Young | July 27, 2023
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Been Great!
Mr Kurt Young has been great with me and my case . All I can say is lol I haven’t been the easiest client , but he has been great . All of the staff really. I want to shout out to them all. Thank you for everything ,
Posted by Rebecca | July 2, 2023
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| Hired Attorney
Knowledgeable Workers Comp Lawyers
Worker's Comp is a hard thing to navigate and often time people don't realize everything they are entitled to. Attorney Kurt Young is very knowledgeable about Worker's Comp laws and from our first meeting he explained everything to me in terms I could understand. Mr. Young has always been responsive when I had questions and he and his team at the office has even very good at keeping me in the loop or reaching out to me with any questions of their own in regards to my care. If anyone in is looking for a knowledgeable Worker's Comp attorney who will fight to get you the care you deserve, go see Attorney Kurt Young.
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Cost

Rates
  • Hourly Rates $ 200-300 per hour
  • Contingency 25%-40%

Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Managing Shareholder
  • Law Offices of Kurt M. Young, LLC
  • 2003 - Present
  • Deputy Campaign Manager & General Counsel
  • Zimmann for Congress
  • 2011 - 2013
  • Associate
  • Spitler & Williams-Young Co Lpa
  • 2002 - 2003
  • Shareholder
  • McCrory & Associates Co, L.P.A.
  • 1995 - 2002
  • Associate
  • Wincek & DeRosa
  • 1992 - 1995
  • Law Clerk
  • Weaver, Kolick, Georgiadis & Ernewein
  • 1991 - 1992
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Education

  • Case Western Reserve University
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1993
  • University of Akron
  • Applied Politics
  • 1991
  • University of Akron
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1990

Legal Cases

  • State of Ohio ex rel. Johns Manville v. Harold Housman
  • Writ of Mandamus Denied
  • State ex rel. Interstate Brands v. Limon
  • Writ of Mandamus Denied
  • State ex rel. Toledo Housing Service v. Indus. Comm.
  • Writ of Mandamus denied
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Associations

  • Ohio Association for Justice
  • Board of Trustees
  • 2014 - Present
  • Ohio State Bar Association
  • Workers' Compensation Committee Member
  • 1998 - Present
  • Toledo Bar Association
  • Workers' Compensation Committee Member
  • 1996 - Present
  • Toledo Bar Association
  • Workers' Compensation Committee Chair
  • 2010 - 2012
  • Toledo Bar Association
  • Workers' Compensation Committee Secretary
  • 2008 - 2010
  • Workers Injury Law & Advocacy group
  • Former Ohio Captain
  • 2006 - 2008
  • Ohio Association for Justice
  • Former Workers Compensation Section Chair
  • 2006 - 2007
  • Ohio Association for Justice
  • Executive Committee
  • 2005 - 2006
  • Northwest Ohio Claimants' Attorneys
  • Former President
  • 2005 - 2009
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Languages Spoken

  • English

Honors and Awards

  • AV Preeminent Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2015
  • Ohio Super Lawyer
  • Ohio Super Lawyers
  • 2015
  • Shoemaker Fellowship
  • Ohio Democratic Leadrship Institute
  • 2013
  • Ohio Super Lawyer Rising Star
  • Ohio Super Lawyers
  • 2007
  • 20 Under 40 Finalist
  • 20 Under 40 Toledo
  • 2007
  • Ohio Super Lawyer Rising Star
  • Law & Politics Magazine
  • 2006
  • Ohio Super Lawyer Rising Star
  • Ohio Super Lawyers
  • 2005
  • Friend of the Community
  • GLU Toledo
  • 2005
  • Patrick Henry Award
  • Leadership Toledo
  • 2003
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Speaking Engagements

  • Workers' Compensatin Seminar
  • Full and Final Settlement Update
  • 2012
  • Annual Workers' Compensation Seminar
  • Full and Final Settlement Update
  • 2012
  • Akron Bar Association Annual Workers' Compensation Seminar
  • Vocational Rehabiliation
  • 2011
  • Toledo Bar Association Social Security Annual Seminar
  • Understanding Workers' Compensation for Social Security Practitioners
  • 2010
  • Toledo Bar Assoc. Annual WC Seminar
  • Full and Final Settlement
  • 2007
  • Fall Workers Compensation Seminar 2006
  • Full and Final Settlement
  • 2006
  • Advanced Workers Compensation Seminar 2005
  • Treatment Issues - Getting The Client The Treatment They Deserve
  • 2005
  • Tri-States Labor Action Association Meeting
  • Understanding Workers Compensation Law
  • 2002
  • Toledo Bar Assoc. Annual WC Seminar
  • Mandamus 101 and Case Law Update
  • 2002
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Attorney endorsements

Received (15)
Given (28)
Endorse Kurt
Workers compensation Attorney | Aug 18
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Kurt is an experienced and skilled attorney who is held in high regard in our community. I would strongly recommend that you seek his assistance with your workers compensation needs."
Workers compensation Attorney | Aug 14
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Kurt is a hard working, honest and diligent attorney who always puts the clients needs first. He is both thoughtful and tough in the courtroom. Strongly endorse!"
Workers compensation Attorney | Jan 30
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"As a young attorney, I looked to more experienced lawyers for guidance on how to practice law. At each turn, Kurt was there was answer questions and was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I referred all of my worker's compensation matters to Kurt due to his expertise and "bedside manner" with our clients. I would highly recommend Kurt Young."
Workers compensation Attorney | Apr 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer! Kurt Young is dedicated, knowledgeable and he goes above and beyond for the benefit of his clients. I've known Kurt for over 15 years and I consider him one of the "good guys.""
Workers compensation Attorney | Jan 14
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer."
Workers compensation Attorney | Dec 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I highly endorse Kurt. He is a "go-to" guy for me and many other lawyers who have clients with worker's compensation issues."
Workers compensation Attorney | Dec 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Kurt works hard for his clients helping them through the maze of the Ohio Workers Compensation system."
Workers compensation Attorney | Nov 05
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Kurt is a bright and hardworking lawyer who always represents his clients with diligence and attention to detail."
Workers compensation Attorney | Aug 26
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer. Having worked with Kurt for our mutual clients, I am impressed with the knowledge and compassion he bring to his representation in the field of workers compensation law."
Unknown Attorney | Mar 16
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
Workers compensation Attorney | Jan 02
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Kurt Young is among the very best work injury attorneys in the state of Ohio. His advocacy skills and knowledge of the law are superb. Congratulations, Kurt, as you approach your twentieth year in practice."
Workers compensation Attorney | Dec 27
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Mr. Young and I first became acquainted through Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International. In the 15-plus years that I have known Kurt, I have found him to be extremely knowledgeable and among the best worker's compensation attorneys anywhere in the country. Kurt is not only a smart attorney, but he truly understands and feels the plight of his client. He is respected by his colleagues and his adversaries. Hiring Kurt to be your attorney would be a wise choice."
Workers compensation Attorney | Jul 09
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. I am familiar with his knowledge in the field of Ohio Workers' Compensation."
Workers compensation Attorney | Oct 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Kurt has an exceptional understanding of workers' compensation law in Ohio. He is a friendly and effective member of the workers' compensation bar. I have enjoyed hearing his presentations at various seminars throughout the state."
Personal injury Attorney | May 19
Relationship: Friend
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Kurt Young since 1990. He is responsible and hard working. He has my recommendation and highest respect."
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Toledo Workers compensation Lawyer Kurt Matthew Young
Kurt Matthew Young
Workers compensation Attorney
Toledo, OH
Licensed for 29 years