Carlo J. Martina

Carlo J. Martina

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 46 years

Mediation Lawyer at Plymouth, MI
Practice Areas: Mediation, Family, Divorce & Separation

1158 S Main St, Plymouth, MI

About Carlo

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 33%

Former chair State Bar of Michigan Family Law Section (FLS), co-chair, Family Support Committee, chair, Parental Alienation Committee and speaker on numerous topics at FLS seminars including custody & parenting time. Member, Oakland and Livingston County Bar Association, Wayne County Family Law Bar Association (former chair). Author, chapter 1 of “Michigan Family Law”, as well as articles on discovery, domestic violence, and support, among others for the Michigan Family Law Journal.

47 years

33%
Family 33%

Former chair State Bar of Michigan Family Law Section (FLS), co-chair, Family Support Committee, chair, Parental Alienation Committee and speaker on numerous topics at FLS seminars including custody & parenting time. Member, Oakland and Livingston County Bar Association, Wayne County Family Law Bar Association (former chair). Author, chapter 1 of “Michigan Family Law”, as well as articles on discovery, domestic violence, and support, among others for the Michigan Family Law Journal.

47 years

33%

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Licenses

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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Carlo J. Martina's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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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... again Carlo was exceptional ! I highly recommend that you hire Carlo Martina, he went above and beyond for me. He’s my hero !

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... all the details that need to be part of the divorce process. Based on my goals, he guided me where I should fight more and where it may not be in my best interest financially (even though he would have made more money). I greatly appreciated his integrity and ethical values throughout the entire process. I don't wish divorce for anyone, but if it's inevitable then you will want Carlo on your side.

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. ... His level of professionalism and the wonderful support staff was invaluable.

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Carlo J. Martina's Lawyer Endorsements

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Peter Bissett

Family lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"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."

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Steven Reinheimer

Family lawyer | Jul 15

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"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."

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Matthew Delezenne

Family lawyer | Apr 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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.."

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Laurel Stuart-Fink

Family lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Carlo is a knowledgeable, experienced, compassionate attorney and family law mediator."

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Ann Tobin-Levigne

Unknown lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Leroi

Family lawyer | Aug 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Natalia Gentry

Family lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Sierra Koch

Family lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Rebecca Tooman

Family lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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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Matthew Delezenne

Estate planning lawyer

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Sierra Koch

Family lawyer

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Natalia Gentry

Family lawyer

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Rebecca Tooman

Family lawyer

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Margaret Nichols

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Timothy Flynn

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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 Board

Chair

2007 - 2008

Family Law Council Executive Board

Chair Elect

2006 - 2007

Family Law Council Executive Board

Treasurer

2005 - 2006

Family Law Council Executive Board

Corresponding Secretary

2004 - 2005

Wayne County Family Law Bar Association

President

2003 - 2009

Michigan State Bar Family Law Council

Chairman/Executive Board Member

2003 - 2004

WCFLBA Strategic Planning Committee

Chair

2003 - 2005

Family Law Council Executive Board

Recording Secretary

2002 - 2003

Oakland County Family Law Task Force

Appointed 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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