James J. Martines

James J. Martines

5.0
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 20 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Henderson, NV
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Land Use & Zoning, DUI & DWI ... +2 more

155 S Water Street, Suite 220, Henderson, NV

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 50%

Mr. Martines handles all types of personal injury cases with proven success, including, but not limited to: Auto Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents, Dog Attacks, Slip and Fall accidents, Pool Drownings, and Wrongful Death cases.

21 years | 200 cases

50%
Land Use and Zoning 20%

Mr. Martines has handled hundreds of land use and zoning matters in Southern Nevada and virtually all land use matters before the City of Henderson from 2007 – 2013 as an Assistant City Attorney. He currently represents the City of North Las Vegas and private developers / land owners in handling land use approvals of all kinds including: Use Permits, Design Reviews, Zone Changes, Vacations, Master Plans, Variances, Development Agreements, Master Sign Plans, and Comprehensive Plan Amendments.

19 years | 250 cases

20%
Criminal Defense 10%

Mr. Martines is a trained prosecutor and is now providing defense representation for clients charged with criminal acts, including drug offenses. It takes the experience of a prosecutor to know how to minimize the effects of a criminal charge.

21 years | 500 cases

10%
DUI and DWI 10%

Mr. Martines is a trained DUI prosecutor and is now providing DUI defense representation for clients charged with drunk driving. It takes the experience of a prosecutor to know how to minimize the effects of a drunk driving charge. This is important when challenging the results of field sobriety tests, the reason for the initial traffic stop, and the breath or blood alcohol test.

21 years | 1,500 cases

10%
Domestic Violence 10%

Mr. Martines is a trained Domestic Violence prosecutor and is now providing defense representation for clients charged with Domestic Violence. It takes the experience of a prosecutor to know how to minimize the effects of a DV charge.

21 years | 500 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-33%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Nevada for 20 years

State: Nevada

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Martines Law Group, Ltd.

155 S Water Street, Suite 220, Henderson, NV, 89015-5014

Martines Law Group, Ltd.

4230 S Decatur BLVD, Suite 200, Las Vegas, NV, 89103

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James J. Martines's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

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Posted by Aaron | October 16, 2014

James delivers

We have used James for legal advice over the past few years. James is affordable, tells you how it is and delivers what is promised. I would recommend contacting James if you are looking for a new attorney or need a second opinion.

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James J. Martines's Lawyer Endorsements

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Travis Newton

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jennifer Rigdon

Unknown lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jason Kolbe

Land use and zoning lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've had the pleasure of working with James on a number of matters. His knowledge of land use matters is second to none. The same goes for his understanding of criminal and personal injury matters. His clients are lucky to have him on their side."

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Thomas Hubert

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse James. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Bonnie Lonardo

Criminal defense lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Judah Zakalik

Personal injury lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"James is excellent lawyer that really cares for his clients. I strongly recommend his services for all areas in which he practices."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2004

Best Brief, National Animal Law Moot Court Competition

2004

2nd Place Oral Arguments, National Animal Law Moot Court Competition

2002

Best Brief Award, Cleveland-Marshall Moot Court Board of Governors

Work Experience

2015 - Present

System Counsel & General Counsel to Nevada State College, Nevada System of Higher Education

2014 - 2015

Outside Counsel, City of North Las Vegas

2014 - 2015

Attorney, Peters and Associates, LLP.

2007 - 2013

Planning Commission Attorney, City of Henderson, NV

2007 - 2013

Land Use / Zoning Attorney, City Of Henderson, Nevada

2007 - 2013

Ambassador to Nevada Legislature, City Of Henderson, Nevada

2006 - 2007

Franchise Attorney, City of Henderson, NV

2005 - 2014

Attorney, Martines Law Group, Ltd.

2005 - 2013

City Attorney, Henderson City Attorney's Office

2004 - 2006

DUI Prosecutor, City of Henderson, Nevada

2003 - 2003

Clerk, Attorney General of Nevada

Associations

2014 - Present

Southern Nevada Home Builders Association

Associate Member

2014 - Present

Land Use Committee, SNHBA

Committee Member

2013 - Present

Business Network International

Charter Member

2005 - Present

State Bar of Nevada

Attorney

2007 - 2013

Nevada State Bar

Executive Committee Member

2007 - 2013

City of Henderson, NV

Ambassador to the Nevada Legislature

2005 - 2013

American Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Waters v. City of Henderson

Prevailed at 8th Judicial Dist. Court

Nevada Energy v. City of Henderson

Prevailed at Nevada Supreme Court

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Education

2004

Cleveland State University - Cleveland-Marshall College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

John Carroll University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Henderson Planning Commission Zoning & Open Meeting Law

2011

Henderson Planning Commission Land Use / Zoning

2011

ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS Assembly Bill 122

2010

Planning Commission Henderson Planning Commission

2010

Henderson Planning Commission Land Use / Zoning

2009

Henderson Planning Commission Open Meeting Law

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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