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Leticia Elva Martinez

Child abuse Attorney at Fort Worth, TX

5.0   7 reviews

also known as Letty, Martinez

  • Licensed for 29 years
    State TX
    Acquired 1994
    Status
    Eligible to Practice in Texas No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Leticia

Learn Leticia’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Child abuse
    25%

  2. Criminal defense
    25%
    Leticia “Letty” Martinez has extensive experience handling state and federal criminal cases, specifically allegations of sexual abuse of adults and children, intoxication-related offenses and violent offenses.

  3. Sex crime
    25%
    Letty Martinez served as the Chief of the Crimes Against Children Unit at the Tarrant County District Attorney's Office before becoming a defense attorney.

  4. Violent crime
    25%
    Letty Martinez served as the Chief of the Family Violence Unit and Chief Prosecutor in the 371st District Court before becoming a defense attorney.

Leticia “Letty” Martinez has extensive experience handling state and federal criminal cases, specifically allegations of sexual abuse of adults and children, intoxication-related offenses and violent offenses.

Prior to becoming a criminal defense attorney, Leticia Martinez established a name for herself as both a state and federal prosecutor. She began her service as a misdemeanor prosecutor before working quickly through the ranks of felony prosecutor, Crimes Against Children Unit prosecutor, and Gang Unit Prosecutor at the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office. She served as the Chief of the Family Violence Unit, Chief Prosecutor in the 371st District Court, Deputy Chief of the Misdemeanor Division and Chief of the Crimes Against Children Unit. Leticia Martinez also served as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Criminal Division of the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas.

Leticia Martinez has extensive experience handling significant criminal matters including shaken baby cases, bank robbery charges, white collar crimes, as well as rape and murder cases. Her expertise in infant deaths led her to an appointment by the Governor to a commission charged with investigating child fatalities in Texas.

Leticia Martinez is above all else, a trial attorney who has tried capital murders, murders, numerous robberies, assaults, sexual assaults, and other aggravated felonies to juries in Texas.

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Posted by SC | July 24, 2021
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
A force to be reckoned with
In a time when my husband and I were left devastated by a crime that he had committed and while other consulted lawyers described his case as desolate because of his early confession upon arrest, Christy Jack and Letty Martinez provided perspective and comfort. They were both prepared to utilize his confession as a mark of integrity and we felt confident in their defense and plan from the beginning. Letty spent careful and valuable time explaining the process of litigation, never once showing frustration to a repeated question or concern. Not in any circumstance did she assume we would understand the intricacies of the law and proceedings, taking diligence to ensure we were comfortable and confident in their decision making. While it is obvious by their notable careers that we were not their only clients, they never stopped fighting for us as if we were. They were never tempted to settle for less than probation, despite a nearly 4 year process including a global pandemic, unexpected changes in Judges and their other pressing cases. We never felt like a burden or less than worthy of their hard work. I assure you, Letty Martinez is not your average lawyer. Even during her own medical emergency, Letty continued to demonstrate her faithfulness to my husband and his case. Their commitment to my husband didn't stop after a grand slam win in the courtroom. They continued to fight for him and he was released from jail 45 days early! While I hope to never need Letty Martinez's services again, the team at Varghese and Summersett will forever have my favor, recommendation and respect.
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Posted by Jerry | May 21, 2020
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| Hired Attorney
Case help
Letty helped me with phone calls to get my wife out of jail on a blue warrant that was no-billed when the charge was no-billed. She still help even though she no longer represented my wife since the case was closed. She went above and beyond to help me do what i needed to get done to help get my wife home. I would recommend her to anybody that needs a lawyer to represent them. If we need great lawyer we will definitely retain her again.
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Posted by anonymous | June 5, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
She's the best!
I was wrongfully accused of sexually assaulting a minor. Letty got my SERIOUS case no-billed at the Grand Jury, and I couldn't be happier. She worked promptly and her (and her team) answered any questions I had during the process and made me feel confident in their work. I highly, highly, recommend her!
Posted by Cole | April 21, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Highly Recommend!!!
I was wrongfully accused of sexually assaulting a fellow student. I felt that no one was on my side and that I would automatically be presumed guilty. That was before I met with Letty and Christy at Varghese Summersett. Their professionalism and passion for my case helped me through one of the most difficult times of my life. Not only did I feel that I had an attorney who could represent me to the best of their ability, but I had people who truly cared about me and my case. With the expertise and knowledge of the attorneys at VS, I had people who walked me step by step through the process and were there every step of the way. In the end, the allegations against me were dropped. I thank Varghese Summersett for saving my life, and I urge anyone who finds themselves in an adverse situation to seek the support and legal representation of this firm. They will be there for you when no one else will.
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Posted by James | April 21, 2016
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Outstanding and Professional!
My name is James, and I was recently falsely accused of aggravated sexual assault to a child. Due to the seriousness of these horrendous accusations, I poured much time and effort into researching local law firms for my defense. In doing so, this process lead me to Varghese and Summmersett, specifically, Leticia Martinez and Christy Jack. After speaking with both ladies in a short interview, there was no doubt in my mind that they were the ones I would choose. Having no experience whatsoever in such serious legal matters, I was completely and utterly ignorant to this process. Not only did both Christy and Letty provide exemplary legal counsel, but they also had a very personable and compassionate side. Their attention to detail while putting together my defense was unlike anything I have ever experienced. Christy and Letty’s work ethic went above and beyond the norm while providing countless hours, which included, nights, weekends, and 4 am mornings. Ultimately, their efforts resulted in the successful dismissal of these serious false accusations. This exoneration gave me my life back, and I will be forever grateful to these two intelligent women. Sincerely, James
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Posted by Jamaul | January 22, 2016
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
EXCELLENT
I thank her so much for everything she did for me she went above and beyond in every way possible kept my family up to date and stood by my side through every step she worked day and night and never quit nor gave up on me or my case she was not just a attorney she was a friend and a support system that stood in my corner the whole way through this I can't explain how thankful I am of her and how appreciative I am that doesn't just care about her job but she cares about the people she works with its more to her than just a job and that means more to me then anything she blessed me so much and allowed me to be able to come home to my family and the support that she gives and how hard she works is really amazing I thank you Letty Martinez for everything you did for me and my family and I cannot tell you how thankful I am of you for not giving up on me and really going above and beyond for me and my family I can't explain how lucky I was to have you as my attorney and as a support system in my corner you helped me become the man I've become today and without you none of this would be possible thank you so so much.. God bless you
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Posted by Jordan | October 30, 2015
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I was pleased with everything. They helped me with everything and kept me posted throughout the whole case. Letty Martinez helped me with my case and made everything easy for me.
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  • Free Consultation 30 minutes
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Resume

AVVO RATING 9.1 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Chief of Crimes Against Children Unit
  • Tarrant County District Attorney's Office
  • 2013 - 2015
  • Deputy Chief
  • Tarrant County District Attorney's Office
  • 2008 - 2013
  • Felony Court Chief
  • Tarrant County District Attorney's Office
  • 2005 - 2008
  • Assistant United States Attorney
  • United States Attorney's Office
  • 2005 - 2005
  • Chief of Family Violence Unit
  • Tarrant County District Attorney's Office
  • 2002 - 2004
  • Gang Unit Prosecutor
  • Tarrant County District Attorney's Office
  • 2002 - 2002
  • Crimes Against Children Prosecutor
  • Tarrant County District Attorney's Office
  • 1998 - 2002
  • Felony and Misdemeanor Prosecutor
  • Tarrant County District Attorney's Office
  • 1994 - 1998
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Education

  • Baylor University School of Law
  • Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
  • 1994

Legal Cases

  • State v. Guzman
  • Justice
  • State v. Gray
  • Justice
  • State v. Wesley
  • Justice
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Associations

  • Tarrant County Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
  • Member
  • 2015 - Present

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

Honors and Awards

  • Board Certified - Criminal Law
  • Texas Board of Legal Specialization
  • 2016

Publications

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Speaking Engagements

  • Prosecution Clinic
  • Crimes Against Children
  • 2014
  • Cendera Center
  • Child Sex Abuse, It Takes a Team
  • 2014
  • Shaken Baby Alliance
  • Testifying in Child Abuse Cases
  • 2014
  • Baylor University
  • Child Abuse Prosecution, Preparation of Experts
  • 2009
  • Prosecutor Trial Skills Course
  • Opening Statements
  • 2004
  • Tarrant County Community College
  • Family Violence Case Preparation
  • 2002
  • FW Police Academy
  • Child Abuse Prosecution, Jury Selection
  • 2001
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Attorney endorsements

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Sex crime Attorney | Mar 15
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
"Letty is an incredibly passionate attorney. Once she latches onto a case, she pours over every detail to pull out any existing strength and exploit any existing weakness. She specializes in criminal law and has extensive experience in sex crimes. I would trust Letty with the most serious of offenses and have learned a great deal from watching her fight for her clients."
Criminal defense Attorney | Mar 15
Relationship: Co-worker
"There are few attorneys who handle every painstaking detail of a case personally, and Letty is one of them. She does it because she cares tremendously for her clients and pours her wealth of experience and knowledge into every facet of a case. As a result of her tremendous efforts, her clients get incredible results. She is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist who has extensive experience handling state and federal criminal cases, specifically allegations of sexual abuse of adults and children, intoxication-related offenses and violent offenses."
Sex crime Attorney | Feb 01
Relationship: Co-worker
"I am honored to work alongside Letty Martinez. She was my Deputy Chief while I was at the District Attorney's Office, which means I have known her for almost my entire legal career. She is one of the hardest-working, intelligent, and tenacious attorneys I know. She was also Chief over what is now the Special Victims Unit, and has a wealth of experience handling sex crimes and violent crimes. There are few defense attorneys who can rival her experience in handling the most difficult cases - those in which an accusation is being made by a child."
Sex crime Attorney | Nov 04
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I cannot offer higher praise than to say I trust Letty implicitly. She is former head of the Crimes Against Children Unit, and has extensive experience handling the most serious cases."
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Fort Worth Child abuse Lawyer Leticia Elva Martinez
Leticia Elva Martinez
Child abuse Attorney
Fort Worth, TX
Licensed for 29 years
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