We have not found any cost information for this lawyer
About John
Biography
I have been certified in civil trial advocacy by the National Board of Trial Advocacy since 1994. I have been listed in the Best Lawyers edition of the Louisville magazine under both Personal Injury Defense and Mediation since 2006, which is the oldest and most respected peer rated publication in the legal profession. I have been listed by Kentucky Super Lawyers since 2007, and Best Lawyers in America since 1995. I am admitted to practice in the Eastern and Western Districts of U.S. District Court and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.
I have worked closely with the supervisors and claims professionals at the various Liberty Mutual Companies for several years. I have over 35 years’ experience and focus my practice in Insurance Defense, including Personal Injury, UM/UIM, Declaratory Judgment Actions, Product Liability, Property & Casualty, Slip and Fall, Wrongful Death, Insurance Coverage Disputes and Bad Faith. Additionally, I have done work as a mediator for the past 5 years. I have extensive experience in State and Federal trial practice and the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.
Over the last three years, there have been several cases I have tried and in none of those cases has a verdict been returned in the plaintiff’s favor or in excess of the offer of settlement made by the company prior to trial. Recently, I tried a case where my client offered $200,000 before trial and the demand was for $450,000. The verdict at trial was $215,000, which both the carrier and I consider a win.
Practice Areas
7
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.
Search our directory
Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.
Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.
Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.
Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Kentucky for 46 years
State: Kentucky
Acquired: 1979
No misconduct found
Location
Landrum & Shouse, LLP
220 West Main Street, Suite 1900, Louisville, KY, 40202
Landrum & Shouse LLP
106 West Vine Street, Suite 800, Lexington, KY, 40507
Ad
Transform legal challenges into solutions.
Connect now to review your situation.
John R Martin's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
2 Client Reviews
Filter Avvo Reviews (2)
Refine reviews to match your needs. Use the filters to quickly surface reviews that align with your case or priorities.
Practice Areas
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | General Knowledge
Posted by Vince | March 22, 2015 | Litigation
John Martin, a super lawyer
I have litigated and tried cases against John for over 15 years. He is always well prepared and knowledgeable of the facts and law. I deal with most of the defense bar throughout 75 % of the state and put John in the top 3. He never over-practices a case and puts his client's interests first. Bec...
John R Martin's Lawyer Endorsements
"John is a lawyer's lawyer, a person of the highest integrity, legal ability and a true gentleman. I was privileged enough to work for him many years ago and he has my highest respect and admiration."
"One of the finest and most respected trial lawyers and mediators in the state."
"Whether he was representing a co-defendant in a civil case or he was mediating a case for me, John is a talented attorney and a pleasure to work with. I endorse this lawyer."
"Although I practice on the other side of the fence, John has always been a shining example of what a lawyer should be, defense or plaintiff."
Robert Mattingly
Personal injury lawyer
Chauncey Hiestand
Car accident lawyer
Experience
Honors
2026
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
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
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers
2015
Kentucky SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Kentucky SuperLawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Bet Lawers in Louisville, Louisville Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyers in Louisville, Louisville Magazine
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2013
SuperLawyers, SuperLawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Best Lawyers in Louisville, Louisville Magazine
2012
SuperLawyers, SuperLawyers
2012
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2011
SuperLawyers, SuperLawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Best Lawyers in Louisville, Louisville Magazine
2011
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2011
Best Lawyers in Kentucky, Best Lawyers in Kentucky
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Best Lawyers in Louisville, Louisville Magazine
2010
SuperLawyers, SuperLawyers
2010
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Best Lawyers in Louisville, Louisville Magazine
2009
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2009
SuperLawyers, SuperLawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2008
Best Lawyers in Louisville, Louisville Magazine
2008
SuperLawyers, SuperLawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2007
SuperLawyers, SuperLawyers
2007
Best Lawyers in Louisville, Louisville Magazine
2006
Best Lawyers in Louisville, Louisville Magazine
2006
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2005
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2004
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2003
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2002
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2001
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2000
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
1999
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
N/A
AV Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1984 - Present
Partner, Landrum & Shouse LLP
1900 - Present
Senior Partner, Landrum & Shouse LLP
Associations
2006 - Present
Kentucky Bar FoundationBoard of Directors
Kentucky Academy of Trial Attorneys
Member
National Institute for Trial Advocacy
Member
Fayette County Bar Association
Member
Louisville Bar Association
Member
Kentucky Bar Association
Member
2011 - 2012
Kentucky Bar FoundationPresident
2010 - 2011
Kentucky Bar FoundationPresident-Elect
2003 - 2006
IOLTA FundChairman
2000 - 2006
IOLTA FundBoard of Trustees
Education
1979
University of Kentucky College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1975
University of Louisville
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English