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I am a civil trial attorney whose practice is limited to catastrophic injury and wrongful death litigation in state and federal courts. I am one of only a dozen DC based plaintiff trial lawyers who are Board Certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy in the area of Civil Trial Law. This ABA recognized certification is based on actual jury trial experience, peer endorsements from former opponents, references from Judges and the results of a written examination. I was honored by my peers in 2010 when the Trial Lawyers Association for the DC Metropolitan Area presented me with their Trial Lawyer of the Year Award. I am a Past President of that organization, as well as the local chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates. Licensed in the District of Columbia and in Maryland, I have handled numerous significant cases on behalf of seriously injured persons, from six and seven figure verdicts and settlements to noteworthy cases that have resulted in local or national publicity. Unlike a number of law firms that actively advertise on the Internet, our office actually takes cases to trial if we cannot achieve a fair settlement for our client - and the insurance companies that we regularly deal with know that. I limit my practice to the representation of seriously injured persons or their survivors, and do so only on a contingent fee basis. For several decades, it has been my privilege and goal to work with many families to help them achieve justice in the face of catastrophic loss on account of the conduct of an individual, corporation or governmental entity. I hope that we can help you.
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Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Brain Injury
20%
Car Accident
20%
Personal Injury
20%
Wrongful Death
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Awards
2015
Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 50 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1975
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 52 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1973
No misconduct found
Location
Kenneth M. Trombly's Reviews
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Posted by Nancy | January 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A Very Excellent Attorney
I hired Ken Trembly based on recommendations I had read, and I was not disappointed. He aggressively pursued my case to a successful outcome, while always taking the time to explain everything to me, so that I fully understood the process. Although a lawsuit was necessary, he diligently handled ever...
Posted by Ruth | January 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
GREAT ATTORNEY
I have known Ken Trombly for thirty years. He has represented me in several law suits in the course of the years. Ken is attentive, caring, and understanding. He is also there to answer any questions that you may have concerning your lawsuit or just legal questions in general. If he can't help yo...
Posted by Tony | December 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Hard working, diligent, and persistent
I asked around and Schultz & Trombly was highly recommended. Now I know why. After being struck and injured by a car while I was walking, my claim was denied by the insurance company. I asked around for legal assistance and Ken Trombly was highly recommended. I contacted his office and received immed...
Kenneth Trombly
Replied last January 19, 2018Tony, Thank you for the very kind review. It was a real pleasure to work with you, and I too was quite happy with the result. Ken Trombly
Posted by Dalonte | December 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A Very Caring Lawyer
Awesome and caring lawyer who helped me obtain a great result. His staff and and team were excellent and the most focused that I have worked with.
Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Words cannot adequately express my sincere gratitude
Over some four long years, Ken was a zealous advocate who epitomized ideal attributes as my personal injury lawyer — analytical, strategic, knowledgeable, and extremely insightful. When coupled with Ken’s wealth of trial experience and assembly of team experts, my case resulted in a very favorable ou...
Kenneth Trombly
Replied last April 11, 2018Thank you LH, It was both a pleasure and an honor to have worked for you. I hope that you are doing well. Ken
Kenneth M. Trombly's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I met Mr. Trombly through the Trial Lawyers Association of DC, where he is a past president and active member. I shared an office suite with Mr. Trombly's firm and I got to witness his operation on a daily basis. Mr. Trombly is always generous with his time and has a wealth of experience to offer his clients and fellow attorneys. He has advised me on difficult injury cases and no doubt I'm a better lawyer for it."
"I have worked against, and now with Ken for many years. I first met him doing personal injury defense work. We had several cases against each other. Ken was always well-prepared, knew his case, he fought hard and he is reasonable to deal with. He is truly a skilled adversary. He was also very civil to work with. Since I began to do Plaintiff's personal injury work, I have reached out to Ken on various occasions for his input on strategy or issues that might come up . He is one of my go-to colleagues because of his skill and experience in personal injury cases and my confidence in his opinion. If I needed a personal injury lawyer, I would not hesitate to seek his assistance. He is top-notch."
"I endorse Ken because when I have called him with a question, he has been generous with his time. Also, when I have referred potential clients to him, he has always taken the time to investigate their matter and advise them accordingly. He is a true professional."
"I have seen Ken Trombly in action and endorse him 100%. He's one of the best personal injury lawyers in Washington, DC. He does not accept many cases, but if he takes yours, you could not do better for a lawyer."
"Competent and professional management of personal injury matters, consistently producing results in excess of my expectations."
"I highly endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Trombly is most experienced. in the various fields of personal injury law. He is dedicated to achieve successful results for his clients and he has done so over the past 30 years that I have been privleged to know him. Mike Abelson"
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2016
Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
2015
Board Certified, National Board of Trial Advocacy
2015
Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
2015
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2014
Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
2014
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2013
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward White Publishing
2013
Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
2012
Super Lawyers, Law & Politics Magazine
2012
Best Lawyers in america, Woodward White Publ
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2011
Super Lawyers, Law & Politics Magazine
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2010
Trial Lawyer of the Year Award, Trial Lawyers Assoc. for the DC Metro Area
2010
Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
2009
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward-White, Inc.
2009
Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
2008
Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine
2008
Best Lawyers in America, Woodward/White, Inc.
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Listed, Best Lawyers in America
2006
Best Lawyers in America,
1990
Special Recognition Award, Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington, D.C
N/A
AV, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2016 - Present
Partner, Trombly & Singer, PLLC
1998 - Present
Partner, Schultz & Trombly, PLLC
Associations
2016 - Present
Multi-Million Dollar Advocates ForumMember
2015 - Present
National Board of Trial AdvocacyCivil Trial Lawyer Certification
2009 - Present
The Academy of AdvocacyMember
2009 - Present
Million Dollar Advocates ForumMember
American Board of Trial Advocates
Member
Maryland Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Trial Lawyers for Public Justice
Member
American Inns of Court, George Washington
Member
American Bar Association
Member
2006 - 2010
American Board of Trial Advocates, D.C. ChapterPresident
2004 - 2005
American Board of Trial Advocates, D.C. ChapterTreasurer
1996 - 1997
District of Columbia Bar Association, Section on LitigationCo-Chair
1995 - 1995
District of Columbia Bar Association, Steering Committee of Section on Injury to Persons and PropertyMember
1995 - 1996
Trial Lawyers FoundationPresident
1994 - 1995
Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington, D.C.President-Elect
1993 - 1996
Association of Trial Lawyers of America, Standing Committee on Public EducationMember
1993 - 2000
American Inns of Court, George WashingtonMaster
1992 - 1993
Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington, D.C.Vice President
1991 - 1992
Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington, D.C.Secretary
1990 - 1991
Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington, D.C.Treasurer
1986 - 1990
Trial Lawyers Association of Metropolitan Washington, D.C.Board of Governors
Sample of Legal Cases
Robinson v Azer
Jury verdict of $8.3 million
Education
1973
Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1970
George Washington University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Auto Injury litigation
Bad Faith & Legal Ethics
2011
CLE program
Direct Examination of key witnesses
2010
DC TLA CLE
Dealing with Difficult Clients
2008
Annual Seminar
Settlement Techniques in Auto Cases
2004
Institute for Paralegal Studies
Advanced Personal Injury Procedures for the Experienced Litigation Paralegal
2004
Maryland Trial Lawyers Association
Defense Experts "Hired Guns" Seminar
2004
D.C. Bar/ D.C. TLA joint seminar
Screening Automobile Negligence cases
2004
Advanced Case Prep for Paralegals
Preparation for Trial
2003
D.C. Trial Lawyers Seminar, American U. Law School
Creative use of Demonstrative Evidence
2003
D.C. Bar Program
Preparing for Trial in the Serious Personal Injury Case
2001
Washington College of Law, American University
Demonstrative Evidence Seminar
2001
D.C. Bar Program
Preparing for Trial in the Serious Personal Injury Case
2000
D.C. Bar Program
Preparing for Trial in the Serious Personal Injury Case
1999
D.C. Bar Program
Preparing for Trial in the Serious Personal Injury Case
1999
American U. Law School/TLA Annual
Nuts & Bolts Auto Seminar
1998
D.C. Trial Lawyers Association
Arguing Damages in Tough Cases
1998
D.C. Bar Program
Preparing for Trial in the Serious Personal Injury Case
1997
Washington College of Law, American University
Nuts and Bolts of Automobile Negligence Claims
1997
D.C. Bar Annual Convention
Uncivil Depositions, Adding Insult to (Personal) Injury
1996
D.C. Injury to Persons and Property Section
Plaintiff's Tort Practice in the 90's
1995
Annual Seminar
Winning Discovery and Trial Techniques from Winning Lawyers
1994
D.C. Trial Lawyers Annual Seminar
Communication, The Key to Litigation in the 90s - Settlement of Injury Cases
1992
D.C. Trial Lawyers Annual Seminar
Motor Vehicle Torts in the District of Columbia
1982
Georgetown University Law Center
Economics of Contingent Fee Cases
N/A
Georgetown University Law Center Continuing Legal Education Seminar
The Pit Bull Deposition
Publications
2010
Law and Magic, A Collection of Essays (Carolina Academic Press)
Conjuirng and the Courtroom; All I needed to know about trying cases I learned by doing magic shows"
2009
Trial (American Association for Justice)
"Curb Their Enthusiasm"
1996
D.C. Practice Manual
1996 revisions to the Chapter on Handling Personal Injury Cases
Languages
English
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