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Carlo J. Martina
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Carlo handles all types of family law matters including typical as well as complex and high-conflict divorces, legal separation and custody disputes. He represents clients in disputes over, custody, child support, spousal support, parenting time, paternity, high-end asset division, including business and stock option valuation, pension division, and post judgment issues, including those for modification and/or enforcement of the Court’s Orders, contempt proceedings, enforcement or challenging Pre-Nuptial Agreements and change of domicile.
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Licensed in Michigan for 46 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1979
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Location
Law Offices of Carlo J. Martina
1158 S Main St, Plymouth, MI, 48170
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Posted by Charles | March 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Awesome Divorce Lawyer
I worked with Carlo extensively. He was very understanding of my concerns and needs. Sometimes I had to do a lot of work which in the short and long run, came in very handy. Carlo is as thorough as they get. I would definitely recommend him to anyone in a similar need..
Posted by Kathy | October 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
The Best of the Best
I hired Carlo for my divorce case. He is extremely knowledgeable and very professional, and not to mention he’s a nice guy. Carlo kept me informed through the entire process, and actually got me get a better than expected outcome! I hired Carlo again for a modification of support (alimony) case. Once...
Posted by Maggie | September 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Choose Carlo Martina for your divorce attorney
Divorce is tough, but I knew I was in great hands with Carlo. He has a tremendous amount of experience and really cares for people. That is the best combination when it comes to finding an attorney for divorce. Carlo took the right amount of time to ensure I fully understood the process as well as...
Posted by Paul | October 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Not just an attorney but an advisor
Carlo was a great not only as an attorney but a compassionate and empathetic human being.
Posted by Julianne | May 11, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Professional and caring!
I could not have gotten through my divorce and all that is involved without Carlo Martina. He made sure I was taken care of and that I understood everything before it happened. He also made sure I knew all my options so that I could make intelligent decisions and feel in control as much as possible. ...
Carlo J. Martina's Lawyer Endorsements
"I worked for Carlo Martina for eight years, and I truly could not have asked for a better mentor. His many years of family law practice have taught him to expertly balance zealous advocacy for his clients and the ability to work cooperatively with other lawyers. The respect he has earned from fellow attorneys, judges, and former clients is truly unmatched. I would recommend Carlo to a friend or family member without a moment's hesitation."
"I've known Carlo for nearly my entire legal career. At various times he has been my opposing counsel, mediator, mentor, and even a client. He is without a doubt a lawyer's lawyer, a consummate professional. He combines his keen intellect with his thorough knowledge of the law to get the best possible result for his clients."
"Carlo has many years of experience in all matters of Family Law. He is a consummate professional and a strong advocate for his clients. He also utilizes Collaborative proceedings and mediation in some cases to achieve results for his clients at much lower cost than litigation. I have referred clients to him in the past and will continue to do so.."
"I endorse this lawyer. Carlo is a knowledgeable, experienced, compassionate attorney and family law mediator."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Martina is an exceptional attorney. Although I have been practicing law for 24 years as a judge, magistrate, law professor, prosecutor, and private attorney, I learn from his responses on Avvo every time that he posts. If I needed an attorney, I would hire him. I recommend him with no reservation. It would be the best investment of your life to hire him to represent you."
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"Carlo is a very experienced, caring and helpful attorney. He provides helpful insight while mediating and also strongly advocates for his client's rights while litigating."
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Experience
Honors
2015
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2012
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Purple Rose Award/Lifetime Achievement, ACCESS Coalition Against Domestic Violence
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
1979 - Present
Senior Attorney, Carlo J. Martina PC
Associations
2008 - 2009
Family Law Council Executive BoardChair
2007 - 2008
Family Law Council Executive BoardChair Elect
2006 - 2007
Family Law Council Executive BoardTreasurer
2005 - 2006
Family Law Council Executive BoardCorresponding Secretary
2004 - 2005
Wayne County Family Law Bar AssociationPresident
2003 - 2009
Michigan State Bar Family Law CouncilChairman/Executive Board Member
2003 - 2004
WCFLBA Strategic Planning CommitteeChair
2003 - 2005
Family Law Council Executive BoardRecording Secretary
2002 - 2003
Oakland County Family Law Task ForceAppointed Member
Education
1979
Wayne State University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1976
University of Michigan
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2010
Pro Bono Domestic Violence Attorney Training
Pre Trial and Trial Practice
2006
Family Division, Referee’s Seminar
Observations Of A Family Law Practitioner
1999
Detroit Metropolitan Council of Churches
Domestic Violence
N/A
Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Custody & Parenting TIme, Evidence, Support, PPO's, and numerous others
Publications
2011
Institute for Continuing Legal Education
Michigan Family Law, Chapter One
2009
Michigan Family Law Journal
Re-Thinking the Current Adjudication Guidelines
2009
Michigan Family Law Journal
Parental Alienation is a Lot Like Obscenity: It’s Hard To Define, But You Know It When You See It
2009
Michigan Family Law Journal
3. Compromise and Moderation in a Time of Financial Insecurity
2009
Michigan Family Law Journal
Holidays Through the Eyes of a Child
2008
Michigan Family Law Journal
5. Overview of Child Support Formula Manual Revisions, effective Oct. 1, 2008
2008
Michigan Family Law Journal
6. Use Of Ex Parte Orders In Family Law Proceedings
2005
Referee’s Quarterly
Observations Of A Family Law Practitioner
Languages
English
Activity
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Q&A
I recently moved from Virginia, where I was married in 2017, to Michigan and want to file for divorce, which state do I choose ?
17 May 2021
Q&A
If a wife asks her husband to leave the home , would there be a problem for the husband if there was a divorce.
07 Feb 2014