Partner Bruce Montoya Recognized as a Colorado Top Litigator by The Trial Attorneys

Messner Reeves LLP proudly announces that Partner Bruce Montoya has been recognized as a top litigator in Colorado and included in The Trial Attorneys annual directory, an independent guide recognizing excellence in litigation and trial advocacy nationwide.

Each year, The Trial Attorneys singles out one leading attorney from each state to include in their annual directory of distinguished attorneys who stand out for their work and impeccable professional reputations. Over 30,000 nomination forms are distributed annually to business leaders, in-house counsel, industry professionals, and lawyers in private practice nationwide. Each nominee undergoes stringent research and assessment to be included on a short list for each state. Finally, shortlisted attorneys are then evaluated against eight key performance indicators before one individual is selected.

“Bruce Montoya is widely regarded as one of Colorado’s most accomplished trial lawyers, with four decades of experience in high-exposure personal injury, commercial, and class-action litigation. Clients and peers value his courtroom judgment, meticulous preparation, and ability to lead complex cases with confidence, discipline, and strategic clarity.” –The Trial Attorneys, 2026.

With over 40 years of experience as a trial attorney, Bruce Montoya focuses on high-exposure, personal injury, commercial and class-action cases. Since joining the firm in 2005, he has spearheaded the growth and success of our award-winning litigation practice. Bruce is well-known for his trial prowess and also for his service to the community and mentorship efforts.

He was inducted into the International Society of Barristers (ISOB) in 2002, has been a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) since 2006, and in 2022, was inducted into the International Academy of Trial Lawyers (IATL). Bruce has earned numerous awards and accolades, including 5280 Magazine’s Denver’s Top Lawyers, Colorado Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers in America Lawyer of the Year for Medical Malpractice Law, and has maintained his Martindale-Hubbell AV Preeminent Rating since 1990.

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Congratulations, Bruce on this fantastic achievement!