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Lionel Martin

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  • Sugar Land, TX
  • Licensed for 22 years
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About Lionel

Honest, responsive, and focused on achievieving results that are important to my clients. From the initial consultation I focus on defining what is important to you and then formulating a plan to give you the best chance of achieving those goals. I will always tell you the truth about your situation, the strengths and weaknesses, so together we can make informed decisions on appropriate courses of action.

I have extensive experience in employment law and business litigation.

I have successfully represented individuals and a wide variety of Fortune 500 companies in complex and significant legal matters in state and federal courts in Texas and throughout the United States.

Prior to my private law practice, I served in the United States Army as a Captain and Judge Advocate General (JAG). As a JAG, I regularly advised senior Army leaders on the rules of engagement and the law of war.

I also served as the lead prosecutor for two combat brigades where he successfully prosecuted a variety of felonies, including murder, attempted murder, assault, larceny, identity theft, and drug distribution. I currently serve in the United States Army Reserve as a Major.

Recognized in H Texas Magazin as one of "Houston's Top Lawyers" and one of "Houston's Top Young Professionals on the Fast Track,"I am also a Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, a former director of the Hispanic Bar Association of Houston and a past Co-Editor of the Harris County Bench Book. In addition, I regularly give back to the community by representing indigent clients through Fort Bend Lawyers Care, Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program and Texas Appleseed. I am a member of the Fort Bend County Bar Association, the Houston Bar Association and a graduate of the Houston Young Lawyers Association Leadership Academy.

I am licensed to practice in all Texas and Colorado State Courts. I am also licensed to practice before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit and the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Southern Districts of Texas. I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and my law degree from the University of Houston Law 

Practice areas

  1. Employment and labor: 70%

    Our lawyers are experienced in all aspects of employment law, from Overtime and minimum wage claims; Wrongful discharge claims for discrimination based on an employee’s race/color, national origin, sex/sexual harassment, pregnancy, religion, retaliation, age or disability; Negotiating, drafting, and reviewing non-compete agreements; Representing employers and former employees in prosecuting or defending non-compete agreements and trade secrets; severance agreements; and employment contracts.

    23 years

  2. Litigation: 20%

    23 years

  3. Business: 10%

    23 years

Languages spoken

Spanish, English

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Contact

12946 S. Dairy Ashford
Suite 220
Sugar Land, TX, 77478

    Resume

    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    TXEligible To Practice In Texas 200202/17/2022
    COInactive199903/05/2022
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
    Avvo Contributions
    Legal answers21
    Legal guides0
    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate Granted
    Houston's Top Lawyer - Employment Law & Business LitigationH Texas Magazine2016
    Houston's Top Lawyers -- Employment LawH Texas Magazine2015
    Top Lawyer -- Employment LawHoustonia Magazine2014
    Best Attorneys in Fort Bend CountyLiving Magazine2013
    Houston's Top LawyersH Texas Magazine2011
    FellowTexas Bar Foundation2008
    Houston's Top Young Professionals on the Fast TrackH Texas Magazine2007
    Houston Young Lawyers Association Leadership AcademyGraduate2007
    Houston's Top Young Professionals on the Fast TrackH Texas Magazine2006
    work experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    Shareholder/AttorneyGarcia-Martin & Martin, P.C.2008 - Present
    Assistant AttorneyGreenberg Taurig2006 - 2008
    Associate AttorneyMcFall, Sherwood & Breitbeil, PC2004 - 2006
    Associate AttorneyTekell Book2002 - 2004
    Reserve AttorneyUS Army Jag Corps2002 - 2014
    Judge Advocate GeneralU S Army1999 - 2002
    associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Access HealthBoard of Directors2014 - Present
    Fort Bend County Bar AssociationMember2008 - Present
    Fort Bend Lawyers CareVolunteer Attorney2008 - Present
    Central Fort Bend Chamber - Hispanic Business DivisionBoard of Directors2009 - 2010
    Hispanic Bar AssociationBoard of Directors2006 - 2008
    Houston Young Lawyers AssociationCo-Chair/Editor, Bench Book Committee2006 - 2008
    Houston Volunteer Lawyers ProgramVolunteer Attorney2003 - 2008
    publications
    Publication nameTitleDate
    The Houston LawyerLocal Hero2009
    education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    University of Houston Law CenterJD - Juris Doctor1999
    University of Wisconsin, WhitewaterBA - Bachelor of Arts1996
    speaking engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Veterans InitiativeEmployment Law for Veterans2014
    UH Small Business Development CenterBusiness and Employment LawN/A
    legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Executive CompensationOver $2 million settlement
    LitigationReceived Summary Judgment in wrongful death case

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    Lawyer Christopher Scott Conry

    Christopher Conry, Employment and labor Attorney on Feb 6, 2018
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer on employment litigation matters.

    Lawyer Azhar Mamdani

    Azhar Mamdani, Unknown Attorney on Apr 14, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Christopher Scott Conry

    Christopher Conry, Employment and labor Attorney on Feb 6, 2018
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer on employment litigation matters.

    Lawyer Azhar Mamdani

    Azhar Mamdani, Unknown Attorney on Apr 14, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Diego F Galer

    Diego Galer, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 27, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    Martin is the attorney that I always recommend for employment matters. The people I referred him are very happy with his services. I will definitely continue referring him my clients and friends. I highly recommend his services. He is very professional.

    Lawyer John Howard Walker

    John Walker, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 24, 2016
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    Lionel and I have collaborated on a number of matters. His analysis and perspective were very valuable in achieving the best possible result for our mutual client. I heartily endorse this attorney

    Lawyer J. Philip Griffis

    J. Philip Griffis, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 23, 2016
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Lionel is an impressive lawyer who pays great attention to all aspects of his practice. He is constantly looking for ways to better his clients' experience.

    Lawyer Mary Jean Gurganus

    Mary Gurganus, Employment and labor Attorney on Jun 21, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have known Attorney Martin professionally since early 2014 and do not hesitate to endorse him. He has a well-run practice, is highly respected in the legal community, and is a knowledgable and experienced litigator and negotiator.

    Lawyer Sara Gharib Khaki

    Sara Khaki, Employment and labor Attorney on Feb 22, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I highly recommend Lionel and his team to anyone looking for a competent, experienced attorney, who pays attention to each client's unique needs, and produces effective and successful results.

    Lawyer Michael T Clarke

    Michael Clarke, Employment and labor Attorney on Feb 20, 2015
    Relationship: Other

    Lionel is incredibly smart and compassionate. I endorse this lawyer without reservation.

    Lawyer John L. Venza Jr.

    John Venza, Business Attorney on Feb 19, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Lawyer Amber Yerkey James

    Amber James, Employment and labor Attorney on Aug 26, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Lionel is a very knowledgeable attorney. I have enjoyed having to opportunity to get to know him.

    Lawyer Melissa Orozco Garci Martin

    Melissa Martin, Litigation Attorney on May 6, 2014
    Relationship: Co-worker

    Lionel is a talented trial attorney who will fight tirelessly on behalf of his clients. He goes into the court room focused on the desired end result.

    Lawyer Rehan Shams Alimohammad

    Rehan Alimohammad, Employment and labor Attorney on Apr 10, 2014
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. He is very knowledgeable in his areas of law.

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