Montgomery Law Firm LLC is a Chicago, Illinois, trial firm representing people harmed by serious injuries, civil rights violations, and wrongful death. Founded in 2015 by attorney James D. Montgomery Jr., the firm handles cases involving police misconduct, medical negligence, dangerous products, and motor vehicle crashes. It represents individuals and families whose claims involve corporations, insurance companies, hospitals, or government agencies. The practice focuses on seeking accountability and financial recovery when negligence or abuse of authority causes lasting harm.
Montgomery Law Firm LLC takes on a limited number of cases to give each matter focused attention. The firm studies medical records, witness accounts, and other evidence before developing a strategy suited to the client's circumstances. Its trial-oriented approach shapes negotiations and court preparation from the beginning. Clients work closely with founding attorney James D. Montgomery Jr., who explains their legal options and examines how an injury or civil rights violation has affected their lives.
Montgomery Law Firm LLC handles claims arising from car, truck, motorcycle, and pedestrian accidents, as well as catastrophic injuries, medical malpractice, and product defects. Its civil rights work includes police brutality and misconduct cases, including fatal encounters with law enforcement. The firm also represents injured railroad workers under the Federal Employers' Liability Act and families pursuing wrongful death claims. These matters require careful analysis of liability, long-term losses, and the conduct of defendants with significant resources.
Montgomery Law Firm LLC draws on its founder's experience in corporate operations and civil litigation. James D. Montgomery Jr. previously worked as an attorney and director of operations for McDonald's Corporation, giving him insight into corporate decision-making. The firm's published results include an $8.5 million verdict in a police-shooting case, a $7.5 million medical malpractice verdict, and a $6.5 million settlement in a fatal truck collision. These outcomes demonstrate its experience handling serious injury and civil rights litigation.
