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John Paul Dogum
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Biography
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 David | April 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
My law team
John and his team, handled my claim with professionalism and caring for my situation. It was a very difficult thing to deal with my old employers insurance company. And they did a incredible job. 1st class Attorney and law team. I highly would recommend Martin Law. David
Posted by anonymous | November 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
CLIENT
JOHN DOGUM AND TEAM WERE OUTSTANDING TO WORK WITH, THEY WERE COURYEOUS. CARING AND PROFESSIONAL BEYOND MY EXPECTATIONS. MY CASE WAS SETTLED PROMPTLY.
Posted by Michael | July 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Martin Law
John Dogum was an excellent choice from the start to the finish in regards to my Worker's Compensation case. He was extremely professional and handled matters quickly and never hesitated in keeping me informed of every aspect of my case. I would recommend Mr. John Dogum to anyone you is looking for a...
Posted by anonymous | May 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
You can't go wrong with Martin Law
I was injured 2/18/15 going into a patient's home. The workman's comp company stopped paying me for the entire month of December 2015. As a single mother of two, I was panicked. John Dogum and his team were amazing. His team responds quickly to calls and emails. Mr Dogum himself is a caring and compa...
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,...
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