Russ S. Kort

Russ S. Kort is an attorney at The Kort Law Firm, LLC in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. He focuses on workers’ compensation, Social Security Disability, and criminal defense for clients in Central and Northern Wisconsin. His work includes helping injured workers pursue benefits, advising people whose disability claims have been denied, and representing individuals accused of crimes. Clients turn to Kort for practical guidance during stressful legal problems.

Kort earned his J.D. from Hamline University School of Law in 2011. His legal education provided a foundation in advocacy, legal analysis, and problem-solving that supports his work on workers’ compensation claims, disability benefits issues, and criminal defense matters. This training helps him evaluate evidence, clearly explain legal options, and guide clients through procedures that can affect their financial stability and personal rights.

Kort brings more than 15 years of experience in workers’ compensation matters. He has worked both for and against insurance companies, giving him insight into how insurers review claims, value cases, and approach benefits disputes. His experience helps injured workers understand the claims process, respond to delays or denials, and pursue appropriate compensation. He also assists clients facing Social Security Disability questions and criminal accusations.

Russ S. Kort is known for providing accessible legal services at a firm in downtown Stevens Point, near the Portage County Courthouse. His practice is built around helping clients address work injuries, denied disability benefits, and criminal defense concerns with steady, practical advice. By combining workers’ compensation experience with knowledge of insurance practices, Kort helps Wisconsin clients pursue fair results and protect important rights.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, The Kort Law Firm, LLC
• Member, State Bar of Wisconsin

Licensed State

• Wisconsin

Education

• Mitchell Hamline School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Wisconsin-Madison
  Bachelor of Science (BS)

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