Curtis L. Fortinberry

Curtis L. Fortinberry

4.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 31 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fort Worth, TX
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Personal Injury, Probate

204 W. Central Ave., 129 B Hogle, Weatherford, Tx 76086, Fort Worth, TX

About Curtis

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

31 years | 7,500 cases

70%
Family 10%

31 years | 1,500 cases

10%
Personal Injury 10%

31 years | 250 cases

10%
Probate 10%

31 years | 30 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 31 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1994

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

FORTINBERRY//ANDREWS

204 W. Central Ave., 129 B Hogle, Weatherford, Tx 76086, Fort Worth, TX, 76164

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Curtis L. Fortinberry's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.0 /5.0

12 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | June 22, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Confused based off reviews

Minimum responses, no updates, no movement , no traction on anything and false promises given. Are these reviews based on private pay? Court appointed obviously isn’t getting the same experience.

Curtis Fortinberry

Replied last June 06, 2023

Hard to respond when you hide behind the “ anonymous” thing.

Posted by Tina | June 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Gets the job done!

If you are looking for an amazing attorney Mr. Fortunberry is your guy. Super professional and responsive. I never felt in more better hands than his. He is knowledgeable about the court system and the law. I was terrified at the thought of going to jail. He helped me out when I was at my lowest. My ...family and I owe him everything. Thank you for handling my case, I am forever grateful.

Posted by Adam | February 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Horrible! Assigned to me as a public defender, will NOT return calls!

This attorney was assigned to me as a public defender. Multiple attempts were made to contact this attorney, and he does NOT return phone calls! He only called me once to say he will not be available to show up in court! I will be complaining to the bar! My grand jury is coming up, and he doesn't ans...wer his phone! Horrible!

Curtis Fortinberry

Replied last February 25, 2020

Im sorry for the confusion. You were told that it was policy that lawyers did not make initial appearances. This was also explained to you by the Court Coordinator and the coordinator who appoints attorneys to indigent clients. I have attempted to contact you, but all I get is your voicemail.

Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fort Worth's Best

I hired Curtis for my divorce. He was exceptionally professional and didn't show any humor or concern to the other side, especially since my ex is a police officer for the same city Curtis once served; needless to say, Curtis was very well versed in the "politics" of things, so he did not bow to inti...midation. Curtis is a strong player and always on your team. He knows how to help you relax, but he keeps you focused on your case, and even yet, he handles every detail. He is ambitious for his client's goals and has a sharp eagle eye for what is best for his clients. Curtis is a proven invaluable asset; one would be blessed to have him as their attorney. I know I am!!

Posted by carolyn | October 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

FIVE STARS FOR THE BEST

I asked Mr. Fortinberry to represent me in a criminal case. I had been accused of a criminal act I had not committed. He was not only totally prepared, but chose an awesome jury literally of my peers with some background in my career field. The jury really liked him and it makes a difference. ... Let's just say when he completed his closing arguments to the jury, they retired to the jury room AND - within 2-3 minutes they returned with an Innocent Verdict for me. I GAVE HIM THE HIGHEST 5 STAR RECOMMENDATION BECAUSE HE IS THE BEST!!!

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Curtis L. Fortinberry's Lawyer Endorsements

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Colin McLaughlin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a former prosecutor, I have dealt with Curtis on both sides of the criminal justice system. I can tell you that he is professional, smart, prepared, and always willing to battle for his clients. I definitely endorse this attorney."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2016

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2016

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2014

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2014

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2011

Top Attorney, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2011

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Partner, FORTINBERRY//ANDREWS

Associations

2009 - Present

State Bar Colege of Texas

Member

2009 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Immigration and Nationality Law Section

Member

1995 - Present

Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

1995 - Present

Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

Member

1994 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

1984 - Present

Lawyers in MENSA

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DWI

Not guilty

Murder

hung jury 11-1 not guilty

Sexual Assault

Not guilty

Drug Possession

Not guity

Wrongful death

family awarded 1.5 million dollars

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Education

1993

Texas Wesleyan University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Texas Christian University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

Spanish

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