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  • Jonathan M. Stewart — Fighting for Justice When It Matters Most

Managing Partner, SMT Legal | Multi-Million Dollar Advocate | Personal Injury Trial Lawyer

“This work is personal. I know what it means to lose someone to tragedy — and I fight to make sure no family goes unheard or uncompensated.”

A Life-Changing Loss That Became a Life’s Mission

Jonathan Stewart’s passion for personal injury law comes from experience, not textbooks. Nearly 20 years ago, Jonathan’s life changed forever when a drunk driver killed two of his close family members and a dear friend. His brother, the only survivor, suffered catastrophic injuries. Jonathan witnessed firsthand the devastation, confusion, and injustice that followed — and he committed himself to fighting for others who find themselves in the same painful place.

Trusted Advocate for the Most Serious Cases

Jonathan is a nationally recognized trial attorney who has secured millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts on behalf of injury victims and grieving families. He routinely takes on high-stakes, complex cases — including those involving large corporations, multi-national defendants, and catastrophic injuries or wrongful death.

Clients Choose Jonathan Because:

  • He’s been where they are — and never forgets it
  • He’s a tenacious litigator with proven courtroom results
  • He communicates with empathy, honesty, and urgency
  • He knows how to outwork and outthink the defense

Awards & Recognition

  • Pennsylvania’s Top 50 Personal Injury Attorneys
  • Pennsylvania Super Lawyers
  • America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys
  • Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
  • Avvo Client’s Choice Award
  • Top Personal Injury Attorney
  • Pennsylvania Super Lawyers – Rising Star

Respected Legal Educator and Leader

Jonathan is a frequent speaker on topics such as:
– Brain injuries and complex trauma cases
– Voir dire and litigation strategy
– Trial practice and personal injury law

He also holds leadership roles in the legal community:-

Fellow, Allegheny County Academy of Trial Lawyers
– Chair-elect, Allegheny County Bar Association Civil Litigation Section
– Board of Governors, Pennsylvania Association for Justice
– President’s Club Member, Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association

Education & Background

  • J.D., Duquesne University School of Law (Trial Advocacy, Economic Development Clinic) • M.A., Theology and Philosophy, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary • B.A., Political Science, Point Park University (with honors)

Giving Back Beyond the Courtroom

Jonathan has spent years volunteering both nationally and abroad, especially supporting underserved children and youth programs. When not advocating for clients or serving his community, he enjoys time with his wife and five children.

Contact Jonathan Stewart Today

If you or someone you love has been seriously injured or killed through no fault of their own, Jonathan is ready to help. [email protected] 412-819-2686 Contact Us
5 Stars
“Jonathan Stewart and his entire staff were remarkable from start to finish. They always answered my questions quickly and professionally no matter how many I needed to ask. I could not have asked for a more knowledgeable and efficient staff to handle my case. Jonathan always made sure to ask how I was doing and how my family was doing, like I was a lifelong friend.”
EDUCATION
  • Duquesne University School of Law, Juris Doctorate, 2000
    • Member of the Economic Development Clinic
    • Trial Advocacy
  • Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, Master of Arts in Theology and Philosophy, 2015
  • Point Park University, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, with honors, 1997
BAR ADMISSIONS
  • Pennsylvania, 2001
  • West Virginia, 2021
  • United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
  • United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania
  • United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS
  • Allegheny County Academy of Trial Lawyers
    • Fellow
  • Allegheny County Bar Association
    • Nominating Committee, 2023
    • Civil Litigation Section Counsel
  • Pennsylvania Association of Justice
    • Board of Governors
  • American Association for Justice
  • Western Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association
    • President’s Club Member
  • The National Trial Lawyers Association
  • Pennsylvania Bar Association
  • Personal Injury Lawyer Association
  • West Virginia Bar Association
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
  • Pennsylvania’s Top 50 Personal Injury Attorneys
  • Pennsylvania Super Lawyers, 2020 – 2023
  • The National Trial Lawyers Association, Brain Injury Top 25, 2022
  • Million Dollar Advocates Forum
  • Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
  • America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys, 2019
  • Best Rated Personal Injury Attorneys in Pittsburgh, 2019
  • Top Personal Injury Attorney, Avvo, 2014 – Present
  • Client’s Choice Award, Avvo, 2014 – Present
  • Top Ten Personal Injury Attorneys in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys, 2014
  • Distinguished Meritorious Service Award, Workforce Development Global Alliance, 2013
  • Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Stars, 2008
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

SMT Legal
Managing Partner
2001 – Present

24-7 Settlement Services
Owner
2016 – 2019

Point Park University
Adjunct Professor
2007 – 2010

Borough of Homestead
Councilman
2004 – 2010

SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
  • Plaintiffs’ Tactics for Catastrophic Injury Claims: When the Stakes Are High Give it All You’ve Got, National Business Institute, 2023
  • Plaintiff’s Guide: PA Personal Injury from Start to Finish, National Business Institute, 2021
  • Voir Dire Practice in Allegheny County, Allegheny County Bar Association, 2020
  • Traumatic Brain Injury Cases: Doctor and Attorney Perspectives, National Business Institute, 2019
  • Litigating Civil Cases From Start to Finish, National Business Institute, 2019
  • Plaintiff’s Personal Injury: The Ultimate Guide, National Business Institute, 2018
  • Practical Skills You Don’t Learn in Law School: A Potential Client Walks In The Door – Now What?, Inaugural Skills Training For Young Lawyers, Allegheny County Bar Association, 2017
  • Legal Advice For Undocumented Workers, Free Legal Forum For Illegal Aliens, 2015
  • Legal Minds, Television Panel Discussion, 2013
  • Introduction to the American Judicial System, Emmanuel Theological Seminary, 2008
  • Practicing Plaintiff’s Law, Classroom Series, 2008
PUBLICATIONS

“Immutable Rules of Trial Practice,” Lawyers Journal, 2017.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
  • Jaime’s Dream Team, Board Member, The organization provides assistance to individuals who are handicapped, disabled, terminally ill, severely injured, or suffering from a serious medical condition, disease, or trauma.
  • Workforce Development Global Alliance (WDGA), Founding Board Member, The group promotes education to employability for economically and socially disadvantaged youth both locally and internationally.
  • For Blossoming Israel, Board Member, Israeli NGO established to oversee an archeological dig-site in the Southern Negev of Israel.
  • Hand in Hand, Former Board Member, An urban non-profit to continue the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in the promotion of racial harmony.
  • Ascension School, Former Board Member, An urban grade school established to provide superior educational services to lower income families.
  • Certified coach for girls’ lacrosse and has coached two of his daughters’ teams
  • Assists in many youth activities as a coach or assistant coach