Christopher Clayton Martin

Christopher Clayton Martin

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 19 years

Foreclosure Lawyer at Melbourne, FL
Practice Areas: Foreclosure, Litigation, Real Estate, Landlord & Tenant

1600 Sarno Rd, Suite 14, Melbourne, FL

About Christopher

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Foreclosure 40%

Extensive experience on both sides of foreclosure. 4 years representing banks in foreclosure actions from notice of default through sale and deficiency. Now representing homeowners defending foreclosure actions. Experience in modifications, short sales, deeds in lieu, mediation, and litigation. Familiar with new mediation programs required in most Florida counties.

20 years | 200 cases

40%
Litigation 30%

Drafting and filing pleadings, motions, and discovery. Conducting hearings and trial.

20 years | 200 cases

30%
Real Estate 20%

Real estate contract drafting and review. Litigation, mediation, and arbitration.

20 years | 50 cases

20%
Landlord or Tenant 10%

Drafting lease agreements. Drafting and providing statutory notices. Eviction actions.

20 years | 50 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 150-200 per hour

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 19 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2006

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Martin Legal

1600 Sarno Rd, Suite 14, Melbourne, FL, 32935

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Christopher Clayton Martin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

5 star (3)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Sal | December 7, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommend!

After having been ghosted by another attorney, with less than 3 days to find a new lawyer to represent me at a hearing, I reached out to Chris. He called me right away and offered to help me get out of a pinch. He listened thoroughly to complicated details and jumped in. He thoroughly researched deta...ils and laws and helped me understand them with patience. He was honest about the pros and cons about the case which was refreshing. I trusted him after a very bad experience with another unprofessional attorney. He was sensitive to financial limitations and is very reasonable with charges. Thank you for being a shining star Chris! I highly recommend you.

Posted by Rick | August 3, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent

I have hired Mr Martin before. He is very professional and easy to work with.I felt completely confident in his knowledge and honesty.

Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2019 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Honest Lawyer

I did not hire Mr. Martin but did have a phone consult with him. I was unsure about a possible Landlord-Tenant lawsuit. Mr. Martin took the time to explain the pros and cons of my situation, he was very honest and forthright. His insight helped me see all potential sides of the situation and helped ...me make an informed decision.

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Christopher Clayton Martin's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Frazier

Unknown lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Martin is experienced within his fields of practice."

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Stephen Henderson

Real estate lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Exceptional attorney and well respected in the community."

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Maria Henderson

Litigation lawyer | Apr 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Chris is an excellent lawyer who is a true advocate for his clients."

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Beau Bowin

Foreclosure lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I Mr. Martin is one of the more talented foreclosure defense attorneys in Brevard. He has a good reputation in court and does a great job for his clients. He is a credit to the legal profession."

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Joseph Colombo

Litigation lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have been opposing counsel on several substantial cases with Mr. Martin and he has always done fine work for his clients."

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Joseph Colombo

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Honors

2005

Senator of the Year, Barry University Student Bar Association

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney / Owner, Martin Legal Group, LLC

2006 - 2010

Associate Attorney, Zies Widerman & Malek, PL f/k/a Zies, Widerman, Sutch & Malek, PL f/k/a The Torpy Group, PL

Associations

2010 - Present

Florida Bar Foundation

Member

2006 - Present

Brevard County Bar Association

Member

2006 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2006 - Present

Brevard County Bar Association Young Lawyer's Division

Board of Directors

2006 - 2006

Barry University Volunteer Income Tax Preparer

2005 - 2005

Barry University Student Bar Association

Senator

2004 - 2006

Delta Theta Phi

Education

N/A

Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law

law

Languages

English

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