Kurt Arnold

Kurt Arnold is the founding partner of Arnold & Itkin and one of the nation’s most accomplished trial lawyers, known for his unmatched record of securing justice for injury victims. Over his career, Kurt has obtained more than $20 billion in verdicts and settlements, consistently achieving over $1 billion in recoveries each year for clients nationwide. His results include multiple record-setting verdicts and settlements across numerous states.

Kurt earned his Bachelor of Arts in Government with High Honors from the University of Texas and went on to complete his Juris Doctor with Honors at the University of Texas Law School, graduating in the top five percent of his class. Licensed to practice in Texas, Pennsylvania, and Arizona, as well as before multiple federal courts and the U.S. Supreme Court, he brings exceptional legal acumen to every case he handles.

Throughout his career, Kurt has achieved groundbreaking results, including the largest individual burn, wrongful death, and offshore injury settlements in U.S. history. He has also represented victims in major maritime cases such as the Deepwater Horizon explosion, securing life-changing compensation for his clients. His dedication extends to workers injured in industrial, oilfield, and plant accidents, as well as families affected by defective products and catastrophic events.

Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America®, Lawdragon, and The National Law Journal, Kurt’s work has earned him membership in the prestigious Inner Circle of Advocates, an elite group of the nation’s top 100 plaintiff lawyers. His approach is defined by empathy, relentless advocacy, and an unwavering commitment to justice. Every client’s story matters deeply to him, driving his pursuit of the best possible outcome in every case.

Kurt Arnold’s legacy continues to redefine excellence in personal injury and maritime litigation, standing as a testament to his belief that “results matter—and justice must be won.”

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Arnold & Itkin LLP
• Member, State Bar of Texas
• Member, State Bar of Pennsylvania
• Member, State Bar of Arizona
• Member, Inner Circle of Advocates
• Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
• Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
• Member, National Association of Distinguished Counsel

Licensed State

• Texas
• Pennsylvania
• Arizona

Education

• University of Texas Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Texas
  BA in Government with High Honors

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