Courtney D. Lorentz

Courtney D. Lorentz, Appellate Attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and Insurance

AttorneyatGoodnow Mckay Injury Lawyers

Phoenix, AZ

Practicing appellate in Phoenix since 2003.

23+
Years practicing
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Courtney D. Lorentz is an attorney based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Insurance. Courtney has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goodnow Mckay Injury Lawyers.

Based in
Phoenix, AZ
Experience
over 23 years
Known for
Appellate · Business · Insurance
  • Handles Appellate, Business, and Insurance matters from Phoenix, AZ.
  • Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Courtney D. Lorentz: Courtney D. Lorentz is an attorney based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Insurance. Courtney has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goodnow Mckay Injury Lawyers.

Areas of practice

Courtney's practice areas in Phoenix

Courtney concentrates on appellate, business, insurance, litigation, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Courtney handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Courtney takes appellate matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Courtney agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Courtney takes business matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Courtney agrees to represent you.

Insurance cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Courtney takes insurance matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Courtney agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Courtney takes litigation matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Courtney agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Phoenix, Arizona

Courtney takes personal injury matters in Phoenix, Arizona. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Courtney agrees to represent you.

Biography

Courtney D. Lorentz, appellate attorney serving Phoenix

Courtney D. Lorentz is an attorney based in Phoenix, AZ. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Insurance. Courtney has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goodnow Mckay Injury Lawyers. Courtney works from Phoenix, Arizona and takes on appellate matters across the region.

Courtney Lorentz joined Goodnow|McKay with extensive litigation experience and a passion for advocating for personal injury victims. In addition to recovering wrongfully withheld benefits from insurance companies and employers, her diverse background includes complex commercial litigation, insurance defense litigation, appellate litigation, insurance coverage actions, and prosecuting a constitutional challenge to state and federal government-run programs. Courtney enjoys representing clients inside and outside of the courtroom, including alternative dispute resolution venues, such as arbitration and mediation. She has also acted as a guardian ad litem for neglected and abused children at emergency shelter hearings and advocated on behalf of children’s privacy rights in school. Courtney is admitted to practice law before the Arizona Supreme Court, the Illinois Supreme Court, the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court.

Distinctions:

• Law Review, Assistant Managing Editor

• Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)

• Author: “Thermal Imaging: Creating a ‘Virtual’ Space,” 34 The University of Toledo Law • Review 351 (2003)

• Author: “The Broad Duty to Protect Patrons from Harm: Marshall v. Burger King,” Illinois • Bar Journal 96, No. 10, 524-27 (2008)

Working with Courtney on a appellate matter

Courtney Lorentz joined Goodnow|McKay with extensive litigation experience and a passion for advocating for personal injury victims. In addition to recovering wrongfully withheld benefits from insurance companies and employers, her diverse background includes complex commercial litigation, insurance defense litigation, appellate litigation, insurance coverage actions, and prosecuting a…

Who Courtney represents

Courtney reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and insurance matters in Phoenix and the surrounding Arizona area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Courtney studied and practices

  • University of Toledo

    J.D. · 2003

  • University of Michigan

    B.A. · 2000

Jurisdictions

Courtney's state bar admissions

  • Arizona United State

    2018 · ACTIVE

  • Illinois

    2003 · ACTIVE

Courtney studied at J.D. in University of Toledo and B.A. in University of Michigan.

Law school and academic background

Courtney completed J.D. in University of Toledo and B.A. in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Courtney runs in Arizona is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Courtney's professional memberships and bar associations

  • State Bar of Arizona State Bar of Illinois

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Locations

Courtney D. Lorentz's office in Phoenix

Courtney's primary office is at 1825 E. Northern Avenue, Suite 135H, Phoenix, AZ, 85020. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Goodnow Mckay Injury Lawyers

1825 E. Northern Avenue, Suite 135H

Phoenix, AZ 85020

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Hiring guide

How to hire Courtney D. Lorentz — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Courtney usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Courtney charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Courtney's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Courtney will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Phoenix, Arizona

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Courtney

Courtney discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Courtney confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Courtney's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Courtney D. Lorentz

  • How much does it cost to hire Courtney for a appellate case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Courtney walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Courtney offer a free consultation?

    Courtney charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Courtney's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Courtney's current terms during booking.

  • How long do appellate cases in Arizona typically take?

    Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Courtney gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Courtney take my case if I'm outside Phoenix?

    Courtney is licensed in Arizona. Matters governed by Arizona law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Courtney will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Courtney?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Courtney will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Courtney accepting new appellate clients right now?

    Courtney's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Appellate attorneys serving Phoenix, Tucson and Scottsdale in Arizona

Courtney handles appellate matters throughout Arizona. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.

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