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Licensed for 46 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Nashville, TN
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody, Child Support

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About Martin

Biography

Top 1% Rated Attorney with over 40 years of experience in Divorce and Family Law.

Top 1% Rated Divorce and Family Law Attorney

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 60%

Before you hire the divorce lawyer who will represent your rights in court, you will probably want to schedule one or two initial consultations with lawyers who have been referred to you. At your initial meeting, the law office should give you, in broad terms, advice as to what you may expect with regards to child custody, visitation and support; division of property and maintenance or alimony. You should take careful notes during this meeting.

13 years

60%

Family 20%

20%

Child Custody 10%

10%

Child Support 10%

10%

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Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 46 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1980

Active

No misconduct found

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Location

Martin Sir & Associates

(615) 256-5115

Fax

424 Church Street, Suite 2000, Nashville, TN, 37219

martinsirlaw.com/

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Martin Stephen Sir's Reviews

Overall Rating
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4.3 /5.0

186 Client Reviews

Avvo

4.9

(183)

Lawyers.com

3.7

(3 )

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Showing 1 - 5 of 27 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Michael | January 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent lawyer ! ! ! ! !

Martin represented me during my divorce and was absolutely amazing. He is highly skilled, familiar with all legal family law aspects and very responsive, so you get answers almost immediately when directly contacting him or his office. Martin is very strategic, seems like a master chef when rational...ly analyzing any situation with all his knowledge and experience. He cares and brings emotions to a level where one could reach an agreement without any extensive costs at court for extensive dispute/ trials. He is focused on the outcome and doesn’t play around. In addition and in my situation where I was for most of the time overseas and couldn’t attend several hearings, he represented my interests excellent and kept me always well informed while explaining every step patiently but still with strong focus on the outcome. It is also astonishing how detailed oriented he works and keeps even small details in mind. He is very efficient, works toward a resolution and thus costs are kept reasonably down. I was “attorney shopping” before I decided to employ Martin as my counsel/ divorce lawyer. I never went through a divorce and in my opinion, if you take the wrong attorney, you will pay much more on the long run. My experience was great and I highly recommend Martin.

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Posted by Michael | May 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

A master at his craft

Martin and his associates have been my go to firm for years. With each legal case expertise, experience, and exemplified efficiency have consistently been the norm. With a near decade relation with Martin and John Agee I have developed absolute confidence in the proficient competience this office bri...ngs to the courtroom. While many firms make facsimile claims of 24/7 availability access their marketing ploy, this legal team lives it. Whether it's 8:00am or 11:00pm if a legal crisis prevails they will respond be it via a call, text, or email. Martin walks softly but carries a big stick and his reputation stands out in the local legal community. He's the guy the other lawyers know about and a healthy appreciation among colleagues is evidenced when his named is dropped as your legal rep. To watch him in court with his purposeful low key demeanor is evidence of an old legal fox in his element. And when he speaks in defense any opposing counsel suddenly realizes they've met a true champion. He's gentlemanly and meek, but don't be confused. His persona is a well developed pseudo cover that cloaks an intelligent and calculated legal strategist just ready to wrangle and lasso to the court room mat the most competent legal adversary. Martin is well connected and known in the halls of justice throughout the Nashville and surrounding area judicial systems. Martin is the heavyweight slugger you want in your corner. I highly recommend retaining this legal warrior and take a load of your mind. When Martin steps into the ring on your behalf you can rest assured he's walking away with a victory that few could pull off.

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Posted by Jackie | August 08, 2016 | Hired Attorney

First Class, Superior Service

I would recommend Martin Sir & Associates to anyone. Their superior service, client dedication and first rate communication and advice set them apart from many others in the Nashville area. Their honesty and compassion was truly what I needed through this difficult time and they remained patient with... me throughout the process. I hope to never need their services again but I know I can trust in them should it arise in the future. I cannot simply say enough about this firm!

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Posted by Peter | July 11, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce completed!!

Martin Stephen Sir and his associates worked great with me going through the process of my divorce. I was able to call his Parallegal Manager John Agee often and he explained every process to me clearly. The initial consultation was easy and friendly and was given all information ahead of time bef...ore I started the suit. When I made up my mind to follow through with it, it was a quick turn around of getting it started. His office did an amazing job at keeping me notified at every turn when documents were needed or received. I was kept in the loop whenever they sent something out or received something from the other lawyers. I was able to send emails or call him them when needed and were always receptive. If someone could not come to the phone I was always called back in a timely manor. I would recommend this law office to anyone going through the same thing as I was. I could clearly see the difference between them and the other Lawyer. This office was on top of the ball at every turn and made sure I was taken care of even though I was not their only client. They were always friendly and welcoming whenever I had to go into the office for anything. They always greeted me with a smile and a nice hand shake to make you feel at ease. They understood the stress and everything I was going through but made it as easy and stress free for me as possible. To reiterate I would recommend Martin Sir and Associates to anyone going through the same situation as I did.

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Replied last July 11, 2016

Peter was a pleasure to work with and I am glad I was able to get to know him better. I was pleased with the outcome of his divorce matter and I know Peter is pleased as well.

Posted by Stacy | May 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best in the Biz!

I first came to Martin Sir and Associates over seven years ago, after interviewing several firms to represent me in my divorce. After speaking with John Agee, managing paralegal, I was convinced that Martin and his team were the only way to go. John was personable, very knowledgeable and took a serio...us interest in my case from the get-go. I learned that Martin and his team of stellar professionals will not take your case unless they truly believe in it, and you. My divorce went as smoothly as one can expect, and was settled out of court with terms very satisfactory to me. Less than a year out from my divorce, issues arose with the custody arrangement that had been negotiated. I turned once again to my trusted legal team to help me navigate a change in custody. As occurs in many custody battles, mine has been complicated and convoluted, dragging on for over five years. Martin, John Agee and Martin's associate, Peggy Smith have been with me every step of the way. They truly believe in me, and my case, and have handled a multitude of motions and court appearances, almost too numerous to count. With their expertise and sage advice, we, as a team, have prevailed in nearly every situation set before us. I have been in court beside either Martin or Peggy many times, and they never cease to amaze me of their ability to make possible what most would believe to be impossible to accomplish. Martin and Peggy are always well prepared in the courtroom; causing me to have the utmost faith in them to fight for my best interest, and the best interest of my children. John Agee is phenomenal! Through the years and all the craziness, he has helped keep me sane, grounded, and focused on the issues. He keeps me informed and up to date, supporting and acknowledging my thoughts and input, but like your best friend, will a;ways tell me exactly like it is. As my legal team and I march forward, approaching the end of this road we have traveled together for so long, I can march in confidence knowing that they will have my back, and my children's, for the duration. When Martin and his team believe in you, they don't waiver, not for a second. I will be eternally grateful to Martin Sir, John Agee and Peggy Smith for being the people of integrity, compassion and empathy that I have come to know them to be. Thank you to the rest of the staff as well, for making sure all communications are handled in a timely and efficient manner. Needless to say, I highly recommend Martin Sir and Associates, and always will!

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Replied last May 06, 2016

I have been representing Stacy and her two children for many years. Stacy is like family and I will always keep up with how she and her wonderful daughters are doing. I suspect her children will be famous someday!

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Martin Stephen Sir's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kaleigh Thacker

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. Martin Sir has forty (40) years of experience and is an incredible lawyer. I am so grateful to be an associate attorney at his firm so that I can learn from his experience and knowledge in this field. While his practice is mostly family law/divorce and separation, he also does some Personal Injury work as well and advocates fiercely for his clients."

Benjamin Raybin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Audrey Anderson

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Sir is a very experienced Divorce attorney. I have had many opportunities to represent a spouse when the other spouse is represented by Mr. Sir. I have found that he is able to focus right in on the issues that are in the case and work toward a resolution. He has a great staff that are always very helpful in working on his files."

David Raybin

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Joseph Faison

Child custody lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Before I entering law school, Mr Sir represented my wife and I in a child custody and adoption case and did an excellent job. His responses to our questions were always timely and his court room demeanor was always of the highest quality, His superior knowledge of the State's Child Custody laws seemed to give my wife and I a completive advantage and helped ultimately persuade the court to view our various positions in a favorable light. We were highly satisfied with the court's ultimate ruling and I would highly recommend Mr. Sir in any child or domestic case, or any other case for that matter."

Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Martin. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

Jennifer Honeycutt

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

Peggy Pulley

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

Thomas Dixon

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse attorney Martin Sir."

Anthony Rao

Criminal defense lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

Bradley Fisher

Unknown lawyer | Mar 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He provides detailed and insightful analysis to questions posed by AVVO subscribers. The detailed responses and thorough explanations provided here display a vast knowledge of the law. He is an asset to the legal community."

Howard Lewis

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Sir is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. I highly endorse his legal services."

Karl Warden

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Martin Sir is one of the most honorable, intelligent and capable lawyers I know. He is a fine person and a fine attorney."

Maria de Quesada

Divorce and separation lawyer | Sep 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

Richard Hedgepath

Divorce and separation lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with Martin Sir in divorce mediations. Mr. Sir is an experienced divorce lawyer and represents his clients well."

Edgar Rothschild

Family lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Martin for more than 20 years and have seen his practice metamorphosize over time as he changed course to satisfy his curiosity about various areas of the law. Martin is honest, a straight shooter, who works hard for his clients and puts forth a 100% effort every time. If I were asked to recommend a family law or personal injury practitioner, Martin would be on the short list of competent attorneys."

Andrew Dunn

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. While I am an attorney in the Nashville area, I do not specialize in divorce or family law. However, I minister to and assist many individuals through my Church who are suffering from the pain of marital separation and divorce. In the context of that ministry, I am often asked by such individuals to refer them to a competent divorce attorney. I have made numerous referrals to Martin Sir and the lawyers in his office. I have always received excellent feedback from the individuals I refer to Martin and his firm. They all provide professionally competent, expert legal advise in this difficult area of the law and at a reasonable cost. I will continue to refer to Martin's practice in the future because of the excellent and responsive service he and his firm have provided in the past."

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Laurie Young

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Audrey Anderson

Family lawyer

Jennifer Honeycutt

Divorce and separation lawyer

Peggy Pulley

Divorce and separation lawyer

Anthony Rao

General practice lawyer

Howard Lewis

Domestic violence lawyer

Cynthia Odle

Divorce and separation lawyer

Worrick Robinson

General practice lawyer

Karl Warden

Elder law lawyer

Thomas Dixon

Personal injury lawyer

Maria de Quesada

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating: 10.0 (Superb)

Honors

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

2015

Top 100 Lawyers, The National Advocates

2015

Top One Percent, THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DISTINGUISHED COUNSEL

2014

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2014

Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO

2014

BV® Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

A+ Rating, BBB A+ Rating

2013

Superb Rated Attorney, AVVO

2013

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2012

Client's Choice Award, AVVO

2012

A+ Rating, BBB A+ Rating

2010

A+ Rating, BBB A+ Rating

2009

A+ Rating, BBB A+ Rating

2009

Pro Bono Volunteer Attorney, Nashville Bar Association

1979

Who's Who Among Students, University of Tennessee

1976

Who's Who Among Students, American University

1976

Honors, American University

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Work Experience

1980 - Present

Founder, Martin Sir and Associates

2003 - 2003

Founder, Faith in Democracy Find 18

2001 - 2001

President, Penuel Ridge Retreat Center

1984 - 1985

Counsel, National Farm Borrowers Association

1980 - 1982

Counsel to the Nonprofit, Lincoln County Association for Mentally Handicapped Citizens

1979 - 1979

Law Clerk, Ray Fraley

1978 - 1978

Law Clerk, George Barrett

1977 - 1977

Law Clerk, George Barrett

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Associations

2013 - Present

The Temple

Vice President

1998 - Present

Tennessee Association of Justice

Member

1990 - Present

U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit

Member

1987 - Present

U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee

Member

1986 - Present

Nashville Bar Association

Member

1986 - Present

Tennessee Bar Association, Tennessee Bar

Member

1985 - Present

Nashville Tennessee and American Bar Associations

Member

1985 - Present

U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee

Member

Middle Tennessee Collaborative Alliance

Founding Member and Sustaining Member

2011 - 2013

The Temple

Treasurer

2007 - 2011

National Exchange Club

Member

2001 - 2002

Penuel Ridge Retreat Center

President

1989 - 1990

Reconciliation Ministry Board

Board Member

1981 - 1984

TN State House of Representatives

Former Member

1981 - 1984

Judiciary Committee

Member

1980 - 1980

University of Tennessee Lincoln County Law School Alumni Association

President

1979 - 1980

Lincoln County Democratic Party

Chairman

1979 - 1980

Jaycees

Officer

1977 - 1979

Kiwanis

Member

1974 - 1975

American University Student Union

President

1971 - 1972

Class of 1972 Lincoln High School

President

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Sample of Legal Cases

Medical-Malpractice

Settled for Over 1.1 Million

1000+ Divorce Actions/Cases Completed

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Education

1979

University of Tennessee, Knoxville (main)

JD - Juris Doctor

1976

American University

BA - Bachelor of Arts ~ cum laude

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Speaking Engagements

2014

The New Jim Crow The New Jim Crow

2014

The L-Club New Jim Crow Laws

2013

Interfaith Lawyers Group Meeting

Moses, Passover and the Last Support

2013

Continuing Legal Education Seminar

Ethics

2011

Christianity/Judaism and the Judicial System

How the American Judicial System Allows Us To Resolve Disputes Peacefully

2010

Exchange Club

Tolerance

2003

Tennessee Bar Association Pro Bono Divorce

1985

Question and Answer

Farmer's Debt and Bankruptcy

1979

United States Senate

Tennessee Valley Authority Electrical Rates

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Publications

2014

Martin Sir and Associates BBB A+ Rating

2014

Martin Sir and Associates Tennessee Divorce

2014

Martin Sir and Associates Contested and Uncontested Divorce

2014

Martin Sir and Associates Grandparents' Rights in Nashville, Tennessee

2014

Martin Sir and Associates Military Divorces in Tennessee

2013

Martin Sir and Associates BBB A+ Rating

2012

Martin Sir and Associates BBB A+ Rating

2011

Martin Sir and Associates BBB A+ Rating

2010

Martin Sir & Associates Lawyers.com

2010

Martin Sir and Associates BBB A+ Rating

2009

Martin Sir & Associates BBB A+ Rating

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Languages

English

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Activity

Legal Answers

Legal Guides

Legal Answers

Q&A

How long after divorce papers are signed do you have to contest something in the papers?

29 Mar 2013

Q&A

How does one go about divorcing a spouse with mental illness?

11 Jan 2012

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Legal Guides

Legal Guide

Nashville Auto Accident Attorneys - Martin Sir & Associates

15 Aug 2011

Legal Guide

Grounds for Divorce - Nashville Divorce Attorney's Martin Sir & Associates

02 Aug 2011

Legal Guide

Victim Compensation

21 Feb 2011

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Martin Stephen Sir

About Martin

Biography

Top 1% Rated Attorney with over 40 years of experience in Divorce and Family Law.

Top 1% Rated Divorce and Family Law Attorney

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 46 years

Location

Martin Sir & Associates

Gallery

Online Presence

Martin Stephen Sir's Reviews

Overall Rating This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.

Martin Sir

Martin Sir

Martin Stephen Sir's Lawyer Endorsements

Experience

Honors

Work Experience

Associations

Sample of Legal Cases

Education

Speaking Engagements

Publications

Languages

Activity

Legal Answers

Legal Guides

Overall Rating
This is an aggregated review score of Avvo and Lawyers.com reviews.