Judy Kostura

Judy Kostura

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 45 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Austin, TX
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Brain Injury, Trucking Accident ... +2 more

2901 Bee Cave Rd Ste L, Austin, TX

About Judy

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 70%

Representing people injured by the negligence of others.

70%
Brain Injury 10%

Traumatic brain injuries are often overlooked in car crashes, slip and fall cases, and other injuries. We guide clients to medical professionals skilled in recognizing and treating these injuries.

10%
Trucking Accident 10%

Texas laws and federal laws are highly specialized in trucking and commercial vehicle collisions. We know the law.

10%
Wrongful Death 5%

Wrongful death beneficiaries are faced with complex decisions. Knowing the difference between wrongful death recoveries and estate recoveries can preserve the client's settlement funds.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

33%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 45 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1980

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Judy Kostura

2901 Bee Cave Rd Ste L, Austin, TX, 78746-5571

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Judy Kostura's Reviews

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3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Loc Pham | January 20, 2020

An excellent lawyer who cares!!!

Ms. Judy Kostura demonstrated an excellency in her work. She went above and beyond to support me throughout my case. She was very friendly yet professional, really taking the time to listen and to understand my circumstances, thorough in her explanation, very informative in her suggestions, very deta...il-oriented in her paperwork, and very quick in her case update while still maintaining a relaxing atmosphere for her customer. If you are looking for a lawyer who really put her heart in your case and willing to go the extra miles for you, she is the one.

Posted by John | April 19, 2015 | Insurance

A wonderful lawyer who cares.

Judy has been a wonderful help to me, and I give her my full endorsement. Other lawyers did not want to touch my case, but Judy not only took the assignment on, she persevered and refused to take no for an answer from the insurance company. She tirelessly worked on my matter with dedication, kept m...e informed every step of the way, and obtained an excellent result.

Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2015

Best Lawyer EVER!

Judy is the smartest. hardest working attorney you could ever hope to find. She's like the Tin man, the Scarecrow, and the Lion all wrapped into one package -- she's got heart, she's got brains, and she's got courage to fight for what's right.

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Judy Kostura's Lawyer Endorsements

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Keith Fletcher

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Judy knows more about subrogation than anyone on the planet!"

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Patric McCallum

Personal injury lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Judy is very knowledgeable and caring. I would commend her to anyone seeking legal counsel."

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Jeff Paradowski

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Judy Kostura is the premier authority on liens and subrogation issues that are prevalent in bodily injury claims. I have called on Judy numerous times for help in navigating this ever-evolving area of law. From every encounter with Judy, I come away a better lawyer."

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Thomas Turner

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Judy knows more about health care subrogation law, medicare/medicare subrogation law, and third party personal injury liens than any lawyer I know. If she knows the answer, she'll share it. If she doesn't know it, she'll find it for you. In either event, you can take her opinion to the bank. She's also a very nice person, and that counts for a lot."

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Daniel Perkins

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Judy Kostura is one of the most intelligent and hard working attorneys with whom I have ever worked. She has the heart of a lion and obtains incredible results for her clients. Judy is one of those lawyers who teaches the other lawyers. She is one of the most sought after speakers at seminars across the state of Texas, because of her keen analysis and knowledge of the law. Judy combines a keen intellect with practical experience to get her clients outstanding results. Judy's character and wisdom provide clients with wise counsel and care which makes working with her very special. When I have a particularly complex case, I call Judy for her advice and counsel. Judy is an excellent lawyer and her skills are only exceeded by her love of her clients and their well being."

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D. Boyd

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"There is no lawyer more intelligent than Judy Kostura. She will win before the other side even understands the issues. Brilliant. Kind. Caring and just one of the best lawyers you could ever hope to have on your case. If you don't hire her, you are wrong. I'm not kidding. She's amazing."

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Todd Clement

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Judy is one of the finest attorneys in Texas. Lawyers around the state look to her for guidance and counsel. Most importantly, Judy CARES about her clients and fights for them fiercely."

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William Adams

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Judy Kostura is lethal combination of legal brilliance and client advocacy. There are questions that I face on a regular basis in my practice the answers to which only Judy holds. So I call her, and she answers. She is one of most generous and community-minded lawyers I know. When a client chooses Judy, they choose wisely."

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Henry Moore

Health insurance lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Judy is the absolute authority on subrogation. She wrote the book. No one knows more. She is also an excellent trial lawyer, and a generous supporter of the community."

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Trevor Taylor

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Judy is an excellent personal injury lawyer."

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Laurie Higginbotham

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Jeff Paradowski

Car accident lawyer

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Thomas Turner

Personal injury lawyer

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Daniel Perkins

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer

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William Adams

Wrongful death lawyer

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D. Boyd

Car accident lawyer

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Todd Clement

Trucking accident lawyer

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Henry Moore

Insurance lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2022

Gene Cavin Award for Excellence in Continuing Legal Education, State Bar of Texas CLE

2019

Champion of Justice, Texas Watch

2013

Legislative Contribution Award, Texas Trial Lawyers Association

2011

Scott Ozmun Trial Lawyer of the Year, Capital Area Trial Lawyers Association

2008

Life Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation

2006

John Howie Spirit of Mentorship Award, Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Shareholder, Kostura & Putman, P.C.

Associations

2022 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Continuing Education Committee statewide member

2018 - Present

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Board of Directors

2011 - Present

University of Texas Law School CLE

Car Wrecks Seminar Planning Committee

2018 - 2018

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Vice President of CLE

2005 - 2006

Texas Trial Lawyers Association

Executive Committee

1999 - 2000

Capital Area Trial Lawyers Association

President

1995 - 1998

Lawyer Referral Association

Chair

1988 - 2019

Lawyer Referral Association

Board of Trustees

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Travis County 17-0947

Mandamus denied: a win

PCA Health Plans of Texas Inc v Trujillo

Won at the trial court and appeal.

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Education

1980

University of Texas System, Austin

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2022

Various personal injury seminars in Texas

Ethics of Redacting Medical Records

2022

Mid-Year Personal Injury Seminar

Case Selection Criteria

2022

Car Wrecks Seminar

Protecting Clients' Interests and Avoiding Pitfalls at Settlement

2022

Car Crash Seminar

Subrogation and Liens in Personal Injury Cases

2020

Car Wrecks Seminar

Effective Demand Letters to Maximize Damages

2016

The Ultimate Trial Notebook

Evidence and Expert Testimony: Making Experts Matter

2014

Car Wreck Seminar

Damages in Personal Injury Cases

2014

Advanced Evidence and Discovery

Sufficiency of Evidence in Appeals

2013

Advanced Personal Injury Course

Advanced Personal Injury Course Director

2011

State Bar of Texas Damages

Damages Course Director

N/A

State Bar of Texas Advanced PI Seminar

Subrogation and Liens in Personal Injury Cases

Publications

2022

University of Texas Law School Car Crash Seminar The Ethics of Redacting Medical Records

2022

Texas Trial Lawyers Association Car Wrecks Seminar Protecting Clients' Interests and Avoiding Pitfalls at Settlement

2022

Texas Trial Lawyers Association Mid-Year Seminar Case Selection Criteria

2021

Texas Trial Lawyers Association Effective Demand Letters to Maximize Damages

2016

Austin Bar Association The Ultimate Trial Notebook Evidence and Expert Testimony: Making Experts Matter

2014

State Bar of Texas Advanced Evidence and Discovery Course Sufficiency of the Evidence and The Courts' Roles

1993

Thompson Publishing Group/West Personal Injury Pleadings: Petitions and Answers

N/A

State Bar of Texas Subrogation and Liens in Personal Injury Cases

Languages

English

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