About Benjamin R.
Benjamin R. Schwefel trained on the West Coast. He earned his Bachelor of Arts at the University of California, San Diego and then moved on to the University of San Diego School of Law to complete his Juris Doctor. Those years provided the formal grounding he continues to draw on in practice.
He built his legal career at Murtaugh Treglia Stern & Deily LLP, rising through the firm to a partner position. Over time he has taken on more responsibility inside the firm, including supervising case teams and advising clients on complex matters. Colleagues say he is steady under pressure and attentive to detail.
In the partner role he handles both client-facing work and internal leadership duties. That includes directing litigation strategy, preparing filings and appearing in court when cases proceed to trial. He also spends significant time on client counseling and negotiation, helping to shape outcomes before disputes reach a judge.
Schwefel’s background in two California schools gives him familiarity with the region’s legal culture. His approach is pragmatic. He favors careful preparation and clear communication. Files are organized, arguments are measured and client priorities are foregrounded.
Outside the courtroom he participates in firm governance and mentoring younger lawyers. His experience at the firm has made him a resource for associates learning trial technique and for clients seeking steady counsel through transitions or disputes. He also contributes to the administrative work that keeps a mid-size law firm operating.
As of 2026 he is a partner at Murtaugh Treglia Stern & Deily LLP, where he handles a range of matters for the firm’s clients.
