Timothy E. Lurtz

Timothy E. Lurtz, Insurance Attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Over 35 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 4.8/5 rating from 23 verified client reviews

PartneratCollins, Zorn & Wagner, PLLC

Oklahoma City, OK

Practicing insurance in Oklahoma City since 1991.

35+
Years practicing
4.8 ★
23 client reviews
1
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Timothy E. Lurtz is a partner based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Timothy has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Collins, Zorn & Wagner, PLLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 23 client reviews.

Based in
Oklahoma City, OK
Experience
over 35 years
Known for
Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
  • Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Oklahoma City, OK.
  • Over 35 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Timothy E. Lurtz: Timothy E. Lurtz is a partner based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Timothy has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Collins, Zorn & Wagner, PLLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 23 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Timothy E. Lurtz

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

Insurance cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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

Litigation cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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

Personal Injury cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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

Workers Comp cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Timothy takes workers comp matters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Timothy agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Timothy E. Lurtz — Over 35 years of Oklahoma insurance experience

Timothy E. Lurtz is a partner based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Timothy has over 35 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Collins, Zorn & Wagner, PLLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 23 client reviews.

Timothy E. Lurtz is a partner at the law firm of Collins, Zorn & Wagner, P.C. located in Oklahoma City. Mr. Lurtz graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 1988 from the University of Oklahoma. In 1991, he received a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Law.

Since admission to the bar in 1991, Mr. Lurtz has concentrated his practice in the areas of Personal Injury, Insurance Defense, Automobile Liability, Products Liability, Workers' Compensation Defense, Property and Casualty Insurance, General Negligence, and Civil Litigation. His experience includes practicing law in the Oklahoma Supreme Court, the District Courts throughout Oklahoma’s 77 counties, the Workers' Compensation Court, the Workers' Compensation Commission, the United States District Courts for the Western, Eastern, and Northern Districts of Oklahoma, the United States Bankruptcy Courts for the Western, Eastern, and Northern Districts of Oklahoma, and the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit.

Mr. Lurtz is a member of the Oklahoma Bar Association, Oklahoma County Bar Association, Oklahoma Association of Defense Counsel, and Defense Research Institute.

Timothy's approach to insurance cases

Timothy E. Lurtz is a partner at the law firm of Collins, Zorn & Wagner, P.C. located in Oklahoma City. Mr. Lurtz graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 1988 from the University of Oklahoma. In 1991, he received a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Law. Since admission to the bar in 1991, Mr. Lurtz has concentrated his practice in the areas of…

Clients Timothy works with

Timothy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Oklahoma City and the surrounding Oklahoma area.

Credentials

Timothy E. Lurtz's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Oklahoma

    J.D. · 1991

  • University of Oklahoma

    B.A. · 1988

Jurisdictions

Timothy's state bar admissions

  • Oklahoma U.S. Distri

    1991 · ACTIVE

Timothy studied at J.D. in University of Oklahoma and B.A. in University of Oklahoma.

Law school and academic background

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

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Timothy E. Lurtz

Timothy has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Timothy's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Oklahoma County Bar Association Oklahoma Bar Association Oklahoma Association of Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute The Federalist Society

    membership

Locations

Timothy E. Lurtz's office in Oklahoma City

Timothy's primary office is at 429 N.E. 50th, Second Floor, Oklahoma City, OK, 73105. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Collins, Zorn & Wagner, PLLC

429 N.E. 50th, Second Floor

Oklahoma City, OK 73105

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Timothy E. Lurtz — 4.8/5 rating from 23 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Timothy. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Oklahoma City.

4.8

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Hiring guide

How to hire Timothy E. Lurtz — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Timothy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Timothy'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; Timothy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 Timothy

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance 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. Timothy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Timothy E. Lurtz

  • How much does it cost to hire Timothy for a insurance case?

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

  • Does Timothy offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do insurance cases in Oklahoma typically take?

    Simple insurance 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. Timothy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Timothy take my case if I'm outside Oklahoma City?

    Timothy is licensed in Oklahoma. Matters governed by Oklahoma law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Timothy 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 Timothy?

    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. Timothy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Timothy accepting new insurance clients right now?

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

Areas served

Insurance attorneys serving Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Edmond in Oklahoma

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