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Posted by Michael | November 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Do not make the same mistake I did-

Here is what you can expect from Xavier Martine and his law firm. Your first interaction will be with the sales representative — a well-dressed, polished “closer” who offers a 30-minute free consultation. He knows all the sales buzzwords, emphasizes the urgency of “getting ahead of this,” and pai...nts a very confident picture of what Martine Law Firm will do for you. He’ll quote the fee, take your payment, and assure you you’re in good hands. Next, you’ll hear from the paralegal — your official “point person.” She’ll be upbeat, enthusiastic, and will send an email filled with exclamation points, listing the team members who will be assisting you. She will then schedule a Zoom meeting with your attorney. During the Zoom meeting, your attorney will be friendly and supportive, though in my case she appeared in front of a bizarre CGI-style virtual background — in hindsight, that should have been a red flag. Everyone will smile, reassure you, gather your information, and seem genuinely ready to help. And that is likely the last time you will hear from any of them. When you need a specific piece of information — something discussed during that optimistic Zoom meeting — and you have a firm deadline, you’ll email the paralegal (the same one who sent the cheerful, exclamation-filled messages). You’ll remind her the deadline is 48 hours away. No response. The day before the deadline, you follow up again. Still nothing. You call your attorney. No answer. You email her. Nothing. You text her. Nothing. You text the paralegal. Nothing. You call the number she provided — the number for your “point person.” It has been disconnected. At this point, panic sets in. You call and text everyone — including the original salesperson who signed you. No one responds. So you start Googling, find the main office number, call it… and who answers? Your paralegal — sounding as though you’ve just interrupted her engagement dinner. Only then are you told that the information you urgently needed — the very thing you paid them thousands of dollars to obtain — is “not available.” And that’s when it hits you: if this had been a true emergency, like an arrest, you would have been completely screwed. Attention to detail: 0 Customer service: 0 Follow-through: 0 Salesmanship: 10

Xavier Martine

Replied last November 08, 2025

Hi Michael, We take your review seriously and are truly sorry to read this. You deserved timely communication, clear follow-through, and peace of mind at every step. If you felt you didn’t receive that, we want to address it directly. For those reading this: Martine Law operates with detailed systems for every client — from intake through legal production. Every call, email, and deadline is documented. Our attorneys and paralegals manage high volumes of urgent matters, and when communication lapses occur, we investigate immediately to ensure accountability and improvement. Michael, we want to review your full file personally. If there was any delay, missed communication, or confusion about deliverables, we will go through it line by line with you. Please contact our client care team or call the main line and ask for a senior manager. We will conduct a full review and make it right. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Client care and follow-through are the foundation of our firm, and your feedback helps us strengthen both.

Posted by Benjamin | September 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Broken promises/ bad experience

Working with Martine Law was one of the most disappointing experiences I’ve ever had. From the beginning there were communication problems, but I stayed with them because Xavier Martine personally called and even sent me a message promising he would take over my case himself. That gave me a reason to... believe things would finally be handled — but it turned out to be an empty promise. After I paid, he completely disappeared. There was no direct communication, no meaningful follow-up, and no accountability. I was left to chase updates on my own, even having to call the court myself just to find out my hearing had been rescheduled without my knowledge. This wasn’t just about poor service — it was about trust. At a time when I needed clear guidance and support, I was misled and left feeling abandoned. Instead of helping me through a process I didn’t fully understand, the firm strung me along and failed to do what they said they would do. I would strongly caution anyone considering this firm. They did not follow through, and I walked away from the experience feeling misled, let down, and taken advantage of.

Xavier Martine

Replied last November 08, 2025

Hi Benjamin, We’re very sorry to read this and want to address it directly. You deserved consistent communication, clear updates, and follow-through on every commitment. If you felt that didn’t happen, we take that seriously. For those reading this: At Martine Law, we keep detailed records of every client matter — from retainers, time entries, and filings to all communications and case updates. Our policy is clear: we bill only for work performed and refund any unearned portion in full accordance with our fee agreements and state rules. When a concern arises about communication or expectations, we review the entire file to ensure accuracy, fairness, and transparency. Benjamin, we’d like to personally review your case history and correspondence to understand exactly where things broke down and how to make it right. Please contact our main office or client-care email and ask for a senior manager so we can conduct a full review and provide a clear resolution. We truly appreciate you sharing this, as it helps us continue strengthening our systems and client experience.

Posted by Celia | December 30, 2024

Do not use martine law

This firm doesn’t have it together. I feel I was robbed not taken care of. I didn’t get answers, they charged me for everything, a week for this firm cost $3000, I’d hate to see what it cost to actually have this firm represent me all the way through my case. We didn’t sign any paperwork explainin...g why we were charged so much. Pick another firm, do not use martine law

Xavier Martine

Replied last November 08, 2025

Hi Celia, We’re sorry to read this and we want to address it directly. You deserved clarity on fees, communication, and next steps at every stage of your consultation. If you felt that didn’t happen, we take that seriously. For those reading this: At Martine Law, every consultation, payment, and retainer is documented and tied to written agreements that outline the scope of services and fees before any work begins. We operate with strict internal policies to ensure transparency and fairness, and we only bill for work actually performed. When a client raises a question about charges, our management team conducts a full review of the file, time entries, and communications to confirm accuracy and make corrections if necessary. Celia, we would like to review your consultation details with you personally. Please reach out to our client care team or call our main office and ask for a senior manager so we can go through your file together and make sure everything is fully explained and resolved. We appreciate you taking the time to share this feedback — it helps us continue improving how we serve every client who reaches out to us.

Posted by Bob | July 23, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommended!!

Exceeded expectations!! Great Outcome!! Will refer to others!! Thank you for your representation. I didn’t know what to expect. My legal team walked me through the process beforehand and provided an efficient service.

Xavier Martine

Replied last November 08, 2025

Hi Bob, Thank you for the amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear that our team exceeded your expectations and delivered a great outcome. Providing clear guidance and efficient service is what we strive for in every case, and it means a lot to know you felt fully supported throughout the process. Your trust and recommendation truly mean the world to us. We’re grateful you chose Martine Law and honored to have helped you through such an important moment.

Posted by Bill | October 19, 2021 | Family

Great criminal attorney, collaborator

I had a family law client facing a significant criminal charge. We contacted Mr. Martine to discuss the matter and he gave the client great advice. I have referred several clients to him in my short time practicing. As an attorney myself, I have a great deal of trust and respect for Xavier and his... willingness to collaborate for the best interests of the client!

Xavier Martine

Replied last November 08, 2025

Hi Bill, Thank you for sharing this thoughtful review. We truly appreciate your trust and collaboration. It’s always an honor to work alongside dedicated attorneys who share our commitment to achieving the best possible results for clients. Your confidence in referring cases and your kind words mean a great deal to our entire team. We value the partnership and look forward to continuing to serve clients with the same care and professionalism you’ve described.

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