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Emma Ammons

Legal Assistant

Emma is a Legal Assistant at Kurtz & Blum, where she supports the firm’s criminal defense practice. She brings an unusual academic background to the role: born and raised in Denver, Colorado, Emma attended Appalachian State University, where she studied Archaeology and Anthropology with a minor in French.

That combination of research, communication, and analytical skills translates well to the work of a legal assistant. Emma is passionate about helping clients navigate complex situations, and she approaches every case with professionalism, attention to detail, and care.

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Raleigh’s Trusted Legal Advocates

Every case is unique, and so is every attorney. At Kurtz & Blum, our team of Raleigh-based attorneys brings decades of combined experience in criminal defense, traffic offenses, and family law. Each attorney has a distinct approach to legal representation, whether you need a skilled litigator to fight for you in court or a strategic negotiator to resolve a family law matter.

We know that hiring a lawyer can feel overwhelming—especially if it’s your first time dealing with legal issues. That’s why our entire legal team works together to ensure you get the right attorney for your case, based on your specific legal needs.

And what makes our team even more special? Our paw-torney at law – Augie. Known around Raleigh as the “Law Dog,” Augie takes a team-based approach to every case, ensuring justice is always served with a side of belly rubs. Whether he’s offering comfort during tough cases or greeting clients with a wagging tail, Augie brings warmth, loyalty, and a touch of fun to our practice.

Seth Blum

Seth A. Blum

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Howard A. Kurtz

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Colby Berry

Colby Berry

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Jared Hammett

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Will Shuford

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At Kurtz & Blum, we are proud to serve clients in Raleigh and across North Carolina, providing trusted legal representation in criminal defense, family law, and more. Here’s what our clients have to say about working with our team: