William M. Martin

William M. Martin

also known as Bill Martin

4.9
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 45 years

Insurance Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Insurance, Car Accidents, Trucking Accident, Wrongful Death

707 SE 3rd Ave, Suite 500, Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 45 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1980

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 45 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 1980

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Peterson Bernard

707 SE 3rd Ave, Suite 500, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316-1155

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William M. Martin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

5 star (16) 4 star (1)
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Posted by Daniel | September 5, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you to an outstanding trial lawyer

My law firm and I were named as defendants in a civil case eight years ago. It was a nightmare for me, but Bill was, throughout a process that ended in a week-long jury trial just last week, calm, levelheaded, smart, and very skilled as a trial lawyer. He kept me calm and reassured me, which I urgent...ly needed. He walks into a courtroom comfortable and controlled, and he knows how to handle the unexpected events that inevitably arise in a trial. Bill helped me through one of the most challenging, difficult episodes of my life, and guided us to a verdict in favor of me and my firm. I cannot thank him enough for his knowledge, demeanor, and skill. Bill, it's hard for me to put into words how grateful I am to you, but let me just say: thank you. I am honored to be your client.

Posted by Glenn | November 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Mr.

Clarence Darrow has nothing on this guy! He was such an amazing advocate for us. His analysis of the case, preparation, communication and negotiation skills served us really well. I also really appreciated his open and frank manner, along with his sense of humor. The hell with Morgan and Morgan. ... Call Bill!

Posted by Anthony | February 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best of the best

Bill Martin represented me in a matter, and was OUTSTANDING. This was the first time I'd ever been represented by a lawyer, and Bill was exactly what I would have wanted/imagined in my lawyer. I had full faith that he was going to get a great outcome in my case. But, more importantly to me, Bill has ...a great "human touch." Litigation can be a harrowing experience for the parties involved, and Bill walked me through it with kindness and empathy. I will always remember what Bill did for me and the difference he made in my Life. I could not possibly give a higher recommendation than I am giving for Bill Martin - he truly is the best of the best.

Posted by Gerard | April 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Attorney Gerard S. Williams

I was named in a legal malpractice claim in a complex business lawsuit where I had been appointed "Receiver" of a corporation by the Judge in the case. Bill was appointed to represent me by my legal liability insurer. He did an outstanding job and got me dismissed from the lawsuit. This was a very st...ressful situation for me and Bill made it tolerable. Speaking as another Trial Lawyer, I highly recommend Bill Martin for any litigation you may have in Florida.

Posted by Steve and Beth | June 6, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Slip and fall in shower

Bill Martin was hired by Florida Family Insurance on my behalf for a slip and fall in a shower. He was always responsive to any and all questions I had in this case in a timely manner and kept us informed of the depositions being taken, the motions being filed, and ultimately the resolutions of this... case through mediation. Mr. Martin is a credit to his profession and we would highly recommend his services to anyone in the future.

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Honors

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1975

magna cum laude, magna cum laude

Work Experience

1987 - Present

Managing Partner, Peterson Bernard

Associations

1978 - Present

Phi Beta Kappa

Order of Barristers

Florida Bar

Member

Broward County Bar Association

Member

District of Columbia Bar

Member

Education

1978

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1975

State University of New York at Buffalo

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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