Michael J. Trotter

Michael J. Trotter

Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants

4.0 (1 reviews)
Long Beach, California
37+ years experience
Kelly, Trotter & Franzen
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Contact Information

111 West Ocean Boulevard, 14th Floor, P.O. Box 22636, Long Beach, CA 90801-5636
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Bio

Matthew N. Trotter is a partner in the Long Beach Office of Carroll, Kelly, Trotter, Franzen & McKenna. Mr. Trotter’s practice over the last 14 years has focused on professional liability defense, including representations of hospitals, medical groups, physicians, and other healthcare providers. Mr. Trotter has successfully defended numerous professionals against claims of medical malpractice, elder abuse, battery, fraud, and other related claims.Mr. Trotter graduated from Santa Clara University in 1995 with a B.A. in French. He received his J.D. from Pepperdine University School of Law in 1998. Mr. Trotter is a member of the Association of Southern California Defense Counsel, the Southern California Association for Health Care Risk Management, and the American Bar Association.Mr. Trotter has been a member of the State Bar of California since 1999 and is admitted to practice before the California Superior Court and the Central United States District Court. When not practicing law, Mr. Trotter enjoys golfing, surfing, and playing guitar. Mr. Trotter graduated from Santa Clara University in 1995 with a B.A. in French. He received his J.D. from Pepperdine University School of Law in 1998. Mr. Trotter is a member of the Association of Southern California Defense Counsel, the Southern California Association for Health Care Risk Management, and the American Bar Association. Mr. Trotter has been a member of the State Bar of California since 1999 and is admitted to practice before the California Superior Court and the Central United States District Court. When not practicing law, Mr. Trotter enjoys golfing, surfing, and playing guitar.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

California

State Capital

Sacramento

Highest Court

California Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of California

Typical Consultation

Free-$150

Typical Hourly Range

Often contingency-based

Fee Model Notes

Many personal injury matters are handled on contingency, often around 25%-40% of recovery.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants

Awards & Recognition

  • Lawyer of the Year: Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, Los Angeles (2021)
  • Lawyer of the Year: Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants, Orange County (2014)
  • Recognized: Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants
  • Practice Area: Medical Malpractice Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2007

Education

  • University of Southern California, J.D., graduated 1988

Reviews

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Timothy Wilson

3 months ago

A formidable advocate in a complex medical malpractice case

We retained Michael Trotter after a complex claim was filed against our medical practice. His 37 years of experience, particularly his deep focus on professional liability defense over the last 14 years, was immediately evident. He was strategic, thorough, and his recognition in the field gave us confidence. The case was resolved favorably. While his billing is detailed and fair, communication turnaround could occasionally be a day or two slower than expected. Overall, his expertise from Kelly, Trotter & Franzen is top-tier.

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