William James Martin

William James Martin

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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Litigation Lawyer at Atlanta, GA
Practice Areas: Litigation

303 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA

About William

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Practice Areas

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Civil litigation defending catastrophic injury, wrongful death, premises liability, product liability, professional liability, and trucking and auto accident cases.

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Licenses

Licensed in Connecticut for 9 years

State: Connecticut

Acquired: 2016

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No misconduct found

Licensed in Georgia for 19 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2006

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of William James Martin

303 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA, 30308

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William James Martin's Reviews

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Posted by Pam | August 6, 2013

Excellent Lawyer

Will Martin has successfully assisted my family with 3 cases. He operates with the upmost professional and passionate skills. I highly recommend him, and have, to others to assist with legal needs.

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William James Martin's Lawyer Endorsements

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James Radford

Litigation lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Will is hard working and dedicated to his clients. He has a reputation for his intelligence, tenacity, and cordiality. I would recommend him for all your litigation needs."

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Jason Marcus

Litigation lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Will is smart, honest, and knowledgeable; I would not hesitate to refer someone to him for representation."

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William Downs

Litigation lawyer | Dec 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Will and I began practicing law together at the same firm, and I was continually impressed with his work-ethic and knowledge. Will would serve you well as your attorney."

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Zachary Shewmaker

Litigation lawyer | Dec 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Will is a great litigator. He pays careful attention to each case and pursues his clients' needs with skill and professionalism."

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Daniel Swaja

Unknown lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Jordan

Litigation lawyer | Aug 25

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse Will. He is a zealous advocate and brings years of experience to every case he handles."

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Arman Deganian

Litigation lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I used to work with Will when I defense work. Since switching to Plaintiffs' practice, I've had the pleasure of working on a case with Will as opposing counsel. Will is always a pleasure to work with, and is a very skilled and competent attorney."

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Kavan Grover

Litigation lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Will is a bright, passionate and hardworking attorney and has a reputation for success in litigation. I endorse Will."

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Sean Ditzel

Litigation lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Will is an excellent trial attorney with an extensive knowledge of the law, an aggressive yet professional courtroom presence and a results-oriented attitude about each case. I could not recommend anyone higher."

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James Robson

Litigation lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A strong advocate for his clients and an easy lawyer to work with. I highly endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Wortham

Insurance lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Will is a bright and hardworking fellow. We represented co-defendants in a civil matter. I am very impressed by his abilities."

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Christopher Abrego

Litigation lawyer | Jul 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Will Martin for many years. In my dealings with Will, I found him to be a very professional, knowledgeable and skilled trial lawyer. I would gladly endorse Will."

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Robert Sneed

Litigation lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"William is a very professional, courteous, and proficient attorney. I have had cases with Will and against Will, and the level of professionalism he has consistently shown should be emulated by other attorneys. His knowledge of the law is impressive and I would not hesitate to refer matters to him in the future."

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Michael Ruppersburg

Litigation lawyer | Jul 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Will is a smart and hard-working lawyer who gets great results for his clients."

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Bryan Grantham

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James Radford

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Michael Caplan

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Alex Barfield

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Martin Levinson

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Michael Rust

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Clare Michaud

Litigation lawyer

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Jason Marcus

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David Sawyer

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Shannon Shipley

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Zachary Shewmaker

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Matthew Jordan

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Arman Deganian

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Robert Ambler

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James Robson

Personal injury lawyer

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Logan Winkles

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Jeffrey Shiver

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, Georgia Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Georgia Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Georgia Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Georgia Super Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Georgia Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Georgia Super Lawyers

2014

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Rising Star, Georgia Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Of Counsel, Drew Eckl & Farnham, LLP

2014 - 2018

Attorney, Hawkins Parnell Thackston & Young, LLP

2011 - 2014

Attorney, Gray, Rust, St. Amand, Moffett & Brieske, LLP

2008 - 2010

Attorney, Carlock, Copeland & Stair, LLP

2006 - 2008

Attorney, Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers, LLP

2004 - 2005

Summer Associate, Swift, Currie, McGhee & Hiers, LLP

Associations

Georgia Defense Lawyers Association

Defense Research Institute

Atlanta Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Tracy v. Asbestos Corporation Ltd., Superior Court of Floyd County, Georgia, 15-CV-01000-JFL002

Obtained summary judgment in favor of client.

Sysak v. SP Kinney Engineers, et al; Court of Common Pleas Allegheny County (Pennsylvania); GD No. 005837

Obtained summary judgment in favor of clients.

Basinger v. Toys R Us, et al., Superior Court of Fulton County (Georgia), 2013CV240143

Summary judgment in favor of clients.

Minor v. Jackson, Magistrate Court of Carroll County (Georgia), 2015-CV-2314

Defense Verdict

Prescott v. CRE8 ATL, Inc., Ga.App. A13A1561

Favorable jury verdict for client design firm in multi-million dollar construction defect case successfully defended on appeal.

Coles v. Reese, 316 Ga. App. 545

Dismissal of all claims against client affirmed on appeal.

Orton v. Masquerade, Inc., 311 Ga. App. 656

Obtained summary judgment on all claims against client arising from alleged actions of client's independent contractor.

McDonald v. Emory Healthcare Eye Center, 391 Fed.Appx. 851

Dismissal of all claims against and award of attorney's fees for client physician. Affirmed on appeal.

Krachman v. Ridgeview Institute, Inc., 290 Ga. App. 737

Summary judgment for client physicians as to patient/plaintiff's claims of false imprisonment.

Burt v. Great Northern Ins. Co., 290 Fed.Appx. 297

Obtained summary judgment for client insurance carrier in declaratory judgment action. Summary judgment was affirmed on appeal by the 11th Circuit.

Custer v. Coward, 293 Ga. App. 316

Obtained summary judgment for homeowners in dog bite case. Affirmed on appeal.

Turner v. Gateway Insurance Co., 290 Ga. App. 737

Obtained summary judgment for client insurance carrier where plaintiff attempted to expand carrier's liability beyond policy limits. Affirmed on appeal.

Brady v. Elevator Specialists, Inc., 287 Ga. App. 304

Summary Judgment affirmed for client in elevator defect case.

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Education

2006

University of Georgia

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

Trinity University (San Antonio, Texas)

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

2018

Georgia Defense Lawyers Association, 2018 GDLA Law Journal Scapa Dryer Fabrics, Inc. v. Knight: Toxic Torts, Expert Testimony, and Causation

2017

ALFA International Insurance Law Compendia Georgia Property and Casualty Insurance

2016

Georgia Defense Lawyer, Vol. XII, Issue III Motions to Exclude Opposing Experts: Be Careful What You Wish For

2015

ALFA International Insurance Law Compendia Georgia Property and Casualty Insurance

Languages

English

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