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John Paul Dogum
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John P. Dogum is a partner at Martin Law. He has concentrated his practice on litigating Pennsylvania workers’ compensation cases since 1992. Before joining the firm to protect the rights of injured workers, he was a partner for a major Philadelphia defense firm where he represented Fortune 500 companies and major insurance carriers in workers’ compensation litigation for more than a decade. In the spring of 2014, Mr. Dogum became a certified specialist in Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation by the PA Bar Association’s Section on Workers’ Compensation Law as authorized by the PA Supreme Court.
Mr. Dogum often gives presentations to interested parties, including other attorneys, on the topic of workers’ compensation on the state and national level. In the past, he has served as consultant to major insurers in addition to frequently appearing before Workers’ Compensation Judges in the Eastern region of Pennsylvania. Mr. Dogum has argued a case of first impression before the Third Circuit Court of Appeals. He has also litigated claims under the Federal Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act. Mr. Dogum has been listed as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer since 2009 as well as a Top 100 Philadelphia Super Lawyer in 2009. He has been listed as a Best Lawyer since 2013 by Best Lawyers in America.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Appeals
20%
Arbitration
20%
Life Insurance
20%
Mediation
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
20%-20%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
2014
Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 33 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1992
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 32 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Martin Law LLC
(215) 587-8417
Fax
1818 Market Street 35th Floor, Philadelphia, PA, 19103-3636
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Posted by Thomas | August 25, 2014 | Personal Injury
BEST ATTORNEY !!!!! THANK YOU JOHN DOGUM !!!!
John Dogum is the best attorney around!!! John protects the rights of the working family!!!! John and his team at Martin, LLC., have truly been a great help to me and my family. As a Local 401 Ironworker, I was injured on the job in 2008. After dealing with nasty and uncooperative insurance adjustors...
Posted by wael | August 10, 2014 | Workers Compensation
BEST ATTORNEY IN THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA
THANK YOU JOHN YOU ARE TRULY BEST ATTORNEY I EVER MET AND DEALT WITH. IF ANYONE EVER WANTS TO HIRE A WORKERS COMP ATTORNEY JOHN DOGUM IS THE BEST YOU WILL EVER HIRE. EVERYTIME I CALL JOHN'S OFFICE AND ASKED JOHN'S SECRETARY TO HAVE JOHN CALL ME BACK JOHN WOULD CALL ME BACK. I NEVER MET SUCH A GREAT A...
Posted by Susan | August 07, 2014 | Workers Compensation
Eleven years later, John is still guiding and helping me
In December of 2003, while walking into my place of employment in Pennsylvania, I fell and shattered my ankle. Not knowing any attorneys in my area, I called my daughter in NJ who was knowledgeable in that area and she recommended John. It was one of the best phone calls I ever made. Since that time,...
Posted by WAEL | August 07, 2014 | Workers Compensation
Best Lawyer in the state of Pa
THANK YOU JOHN YOU ARE TRULY BEST ATTORNEY I EVER MET AND DEALT WITH. IF ANYONE EVER WANTS TO HIRE A WORKERS COMP ATTORNEY JOHN DOGUM IS THE BEST YOU WILL EVER HIRE. JOHN MY FAMILY AND I THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU DID FOR ME. YOU AND THE PEOPLE THAT WORK AT MARTIN LLC WERE SUPER AND I WILL RECOMMEN...
Posted by Josh | February 11, 2014 | Workers Compensation
Excellent attorney
Doing an excellent job handling my case. When I try to contact him most often I will receive a response that same day. Very knowledgeable about the workers compensation system. Makes sure I know where the case stands and what is expected and seems genuinely concerned for the well being of his client...
John Paul Dogum's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have both litigated cases against John and worked with John on cases. He is recognized as a preeminent workers' compensation attorney in Pennsylvania and highly respected by both the defense and claimant's bar. I often seek his opinion on complex worker's compensation matters."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Top 100 Phladelphia, Super Lawyers
2009
Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Pennsylvania Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2005
Pennsylvania Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2005
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2005
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
N/A
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1900 - Present
Partner, Martin Law
1992 - 2003
Partner, Swartz Campbell
Associations
Pennsylvania Bar Association
Member
Philadelphia Bar Association
Member
American Association for Justice
Member
Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association
Member
Pennsylvania Association for Justice
Member
Education
1992
Widener University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1988
Susquehanna University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
Bench-Bar & Annual Conference
Bench-Bar & Annual Conference
2011
Workers' Compensation Seminar
Workers’ compensation matters from the claimants perspective
2010
Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association
Liens & Subrogation
2009
Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Liens & Subrogation
2007
Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association
Liens & Subrogation
2006
Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association Program
Distribution Dilemmas: Subrogation, Liens and Releases
2005
Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association Program
Important Issues in Workers’ Compensation Practice
Publications
2010
Pennsylvania Association for Justice: Liens and Subrogation
Subrogation under the PA Workers' Compensation Act
Languages
English