Curtis Murtha joined the firm in 2001. He received his Bachelor's Degree from the University of South Florida where he majored in Criminal Justice. From there, he attended Stetson University College of Law where he graduated Cum Laude in 1998.

Curt began his legal career by being selected as legal intern for the present Chief Judge of the Sixth Judicial Circuit of Florida. He also was later honored to serve in the same capacity for the current Chief Judge for the United States Court for the Middle District of Florida in Tampa. This experience led him to be appointed as an Assistant State Attorney in Pinellas County where he served in that position from 1998 until 2001. As an Assistant State Attorney, he acquired significant trial experience, handling numerous felony and misdemeanor cases. He has tried cases involving homicide, sexual battery, drug possession and trafficking, abuse cases, theft, fraud, robbery, assault and battery, domestic violence, DUI, resisting arrest, prostitution, burglary, kidnaping, and many other criminal charges. He rose to the position of Lead Trial Attorney. He has continued his legal training and education since leaving the State Attorney's Office. He has continued his education and completed courses throughout the State of Florida including training on advanced DUI trial techniques and domestic violence cases. Curt is a member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. His trial skills and experience will be an asset to your case.

Achievements Experience and Background

Additional Information

• Assistant State Attorney, 1998-2001
• Misdemeanor Lead Trial Attorney

Admitted to Practice Before

• All Florida Courts including the Florida Supreme Court (1998)
• The U.S. Middle District of Florida (2000)

Education & Awards

• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from University of South Florida
• Juris Doctor, Stetson University College of Law
• Graduated Cum Laude, Stetson University College of Law (1998)
• Served as Legal Intern to the Chief District Judge for the United States Middle District of Florida, Federal Court
• Served as Legal Intern to the Chief Judge of the Sixth Judicial Circuit, State Court

Professional Organizations

• St. Petersburg Bar Association
• Clearwater Bar Association
• Pinellas County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
• Pinellas County Trial Lawyers Association
• Florida Bar
• Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys