Sean James Martin

Sean James Martin

3.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 27 years

Family Lawyer at Nashville, TN
Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury

2122 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN

About Sean

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Family 50%

12 years

50%

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 27 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1999

Active

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Location

Law Offices of Sean James Martin

2122 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN, 37212-4318

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Sean James Martin's Reviews

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3.8 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Janice | March 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent!

Sean handled my case with the highest professionalism. It was a very difficult time for me and his legal guidance was very helpful. He made himself available when I had questions, kept me updated and explained each step throughout the entire process. I could not have asked for more. If you are lookin...g for an excellent and knowledgable attorney I would highly recommend Sean Martin.

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Sean James Martin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lindsey Davis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 02

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Sean is an excellent attorney who zealously advocates for his clients. He is knowledgable and professional. I endorse this lawyer."

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Joanna Mccracken

Family lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Sean Martin is an exceptional lawyer as well as person. We have worked as opposing counsel on some challenging family law cases and I can say he can always be counted on for integrity and creativity in the solutions he finds for his clients. He is a worthy adversary and someone who has mentored me in my own practice. Highly recommend."

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Whitney Harrington

Family lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Sean is a well-respected attorney because he is smart and knows his stuff- but also because he is a nice guy. He manages to zealously represent his client without sacrificing professionalism and courtesy. I endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron Walsh

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Sean is one of the smartest people I know, his ethics are unquestionable, and he will fight like a badger for a client."

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Jason Talley

Family lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sean is very knowledgeable in the area of family law. He also has a good reputation amongst his fellow attorneys which aids him in representing his clients effectively in and out of the courtroom. Having had cases against Sean, I was impressed with how well he represented his clients and I would recommend Sean to anyone needing a family law attorney."

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Kristen Amonette

Family lawyer | Dec 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Sean is an excellent attorney. A seasoned trial lawyer, Sean uses his courtroom experience to successfully represent clients in and out of court. Sean is a tough advocate who genuinely cares about his clients. I do not hesitate to recommend Sean."

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Heather Piper

Family lawyer

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Joanna Mccracken

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Joshua Lindsey

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Robert Peal

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Mid-South Super Lawyers

2013

Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2012

Rising Star, Mid-South Super Lawyers

2012

Top 40 Under 40 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Mid-South Super Lawyers

2010

Rising Star, Mid-South Super Lawyers

2009

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Martin Heller Potempa & Sheppard, PLLC

2009 - 2013

Attorney, DHPM, PC

2005 - 2009

Attorney, Drescher & Sharp, PC

2001 - 2005

Associate, Cornelius & Collins, LLP

1999 - 2001

Law Clerk, Circuit Court For Davidson County

Associations

American Bar Association

Tennessee Bar Association

Nashville Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Brain Injury to a Child

Favorable - Confidential Settlement

Tractor - Trailer Collision with Passenger Vehicle

Favorable - Confidential Settlement

Hypodermic Needle Left In Bed

Favorable - Confidential Settlement

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Education

1999

University of Tennessee College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of Tennessee

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

Yale University

Publications

2001

Nashville Bar Journal Beside the Bench: Critical Tips for Litigation from the Cheapest Seat in the House

2000

Nashville Bar Journal Beside the Bench: Critical Tips for Litigation from the Cheapest Seat in the House

1999

Nashville Bar Journal Beside the Bench: Critical Tips for Litigation from the Cheapest Seat in the House

Languages

English

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