Michelle L. Martin

Michelle L. Martin

also known as Ebonie Michelle Martin, Michelle L. Beane

4.5
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 11 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Columbus, OH
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Juvenile ... +2 more

85 East Gay Street, Ste. 1002, Columbus, OH

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2026
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About Michelle

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Car Accident 30%

Plaintiff's Lawyer, Guardian Ad Litem for Minors, Guardian Ad Litem for Probate

11 years

30%
Personal Injury 30%

Child Injuries, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Premises Liability, Guardian Ad Litem

20 years

30%
Juvenile Law 20%

Injuries to children, Abuse, Neglect, Dependency, Delinquency, Child Custody, Child Support, Guardian Ad Litem

13 years

20%
Criminal Defense 10%

Lower Level Felonies, Misdemeanors, DUI

17 years

10%
Probate 10%

Guardian Ad Litem

11 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 15 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 11 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 2014

Resigned-Discipline Pending

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2026

Location

The Martin Law Firm, ltd.

85 East Gay Street, Ste. 1002, Columbus, OH, 43215

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Michelle L. Martin's Reviews

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4.5 /5.0

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Posted by Jene' | October 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Insurance

Exceptional service!

I hired this attorney to handle a car accident that I was in. I felt that she was very invested in my case. She consistently provided me with updates while my case was ongoing. Additionally, she provided me with options on if I wanted to accept the settlement that the insurance offered or if I wanted... to have her continue to fight for what I believed I deserved!

Michelle Martin

Replied last October 05, 2020

Jene we value your continued support. As we grow we will continue to develop our processes to give you the best legal representation possible.

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Michelle L. Martin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Stephen Whetstone

Car accident lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ebony works hard for her clients. She cares deeply about them and their cases. If you don't know her, you should!"

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Timothy Semelroth

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Other

"Michelle is a strong advocate who cares deeply about her clients. She is willing to commit herself completely to making sure her clients have a voice. I recommend Michelle without hesitation."

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Chanda Brown

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle is an excellent professional and is knowledgeable in her field."

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Shakeba DuBose

Juvenile law lawyer | Jan 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michelle is PASSIONATE about helping children reach their potential. She recently mentioned to me that it's "rewarding" to help her juvenile clients navigate the system and come out on the other side with a sense of hope that their lives matter and will be better. We need attorneys like Michelle because it takes a special person to deal with children who've been through so much turmoil. If you or your child needs help, call Michelle."

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Sean Walton

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. In all of my years of knowing her, she has been a brilliant advocate for her clients."

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Stephen Whetstone

Insurance lawyer

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Timothy Semelroth

Personal injury lawyer

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Chanda Brown

Personal injury lawyer

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Sean Walton

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2026.

Resigned-Discipline Pending issued in OH, 2026

updated on 02/06/2026

This status means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred, the most serious penalty for a lawyer.

Honors

2020

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2018

Rising Star, Ohio Super Lawyers

2018

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2018

Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2018

Top 40 Under 40, The National Black Lawyers Association

2018

Top 40 Under 40, The National Black Lawyers Association

2017

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2011

Harter's Award, Capital Universtiy Law School

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, The Martin Law Firm, Ltd.

2013 - 2014

Litigation Support Specialist, Nationwide Ins. Company

Associations

2015 - Present

Columbus Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

Ohio State Bar Association

Committee Member

2014 - Present

Women Lawyers of Franklin County

Member

Education

2011

Capital University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2020

Essentials of Laying a Foundation

How to Lay A Foundation to get your Evidence Introduced

2019

Find it Fast & Free

How to Search Like a Pro

2015

Columbus Metropolitan Libraries Video Game Development

Languages

English

American Sign Language

Activity

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