Martin N Lijtmaer

I wanted to write a ton but I will keep it simple. Martin is simply an outstanding lawyer. My dads green card was pending for almost two decades due to some unfortunate circumstances yet 2 to 3 months after retaining Martin we received my dads card in the mail. Speaks volumes about his work ethic and dedication. He was also available to text or call most hours of the day and was very open and informative about our case. The moneys well worth the work. He is the last word as an immigration attorney. He did an amazing job.

My name is Jose Contreras and i hired Martin as my lawyer to re-open one my past case that was stopping me from becoming a citizen of the U.S. with penalties of getting deported because my permanent resident card had expired. I reccomend Martin to anyone going thru immigration issues that might prevent one from getting there green card and or becoming a citizen. The expertise that Martin has in immigration can put one at ease because he will do whatever it takes to get you the best results.. The result of my case, the accusations I faced 10 years ago got dropped and I am not able to become a citizen thanks to this magnificent lawyer that strives to win you the best results..

Mr. Lijtmaer really cares and was on top of my husband’s case. Mr. Lijtmaer took the time to explain the process and kept us updated on everything. We never needed to call him, he called us with updates constantly and was with us every step of the way. So glad and thankful we found him. Excellent lawyer.

About four months ago, I received a letter from LA city attorney's office that they filed a complaint against me. I was in a desperate situation and did not know what to do. Since I am a F-1 visa holder, the situation was even more complicated with immigration issues. Many lawyers I contacted - some have very impressive background (i.e former prosecutors) and some with many years of experiences, working at big firms. The common denominator among them was this: now many of them were interested in the person who I am. Many of them asked very specific questions even before I explained the situation - "Have you ever been arrested?, where and when the incident took place? " - once they think they got everything they need, it was obvious to me that they already finished their on summary of the situation and conclusion. Martin is, first and foremost, a human before a lawyer. He cares of you and listen to you very carefully in order to understand who you really are. He first carefully examined the situation as I told him what happened. He then explained the situation from a legal point of view and the possible consequences. (Many lawyers were very vague about "possible outcomes," and tries to use it as a leverage.) I was very impressive first for his excellent knowledge but also because of his personal approach to me, which was very unusual. After I decided to hire Martin, he and I closely communicated. He explained whenever some important issues are brought up. He suggested his approaches and tells me his opinion, but leave s the decision up to me, which made me very comfortable. He fought a good fight with me and I believe we got the best outcome possible. He went beyond his call of duty and I cannot appreciate more of his professional service. My friend, I hope my review can help you to open up a chance for you to call him today. Give yourself a chance and speak with him to discuss your case, even if you believe you do not have any hope. Lastly, the fact that you are on Avvo tells me that you must be going through a lot of hardships just as I did in last few months. Prosecution is a long, tiring time, and you need a good partner who can help you get through. I highly recommend Martin, based on my experiences with him.

Our daughter was wrongly accused of a worker's compensation felony offense that we were sure she did not commit. We were extremely concerned since it was a big company who is self-insured with many lawyers at their disposal to prove their fraudulent claims. We are 100% satisfied with the approach that Martin Lijtmaer took to get the case dismissed by the DA's office. Some observations about Martin include: • He is very personable and was able to keep us calm during stressful situations. • He was extremely professional with us, the lawyers in the DA's office, the witnesses, and the judge. • It would be hard to imagine a lawyer who would be more thorough in their investigation and preparation for any case. • He made it a priority to make himself available to us when we needed to talk to him. He listened well and answered all of our questions and concerns thoroughly. He ended each conversation by letting us know that we could reach out to him if we had any further questions. We would also like to point out that Martin's support team, a private investigator and specialty lawyer, were both great and added tremendous value. We believe that Martin put in many more hours into our case than the flat fee we paid him covered. We have had two other past experiences with lawyers hired for legal help who were unprofessional, uncaring and did not produce any positive results. Thus our experience with Martin was a breath of fresh air which has restored our faith in the lawyer community and the law. We would highly recommend you give Martin Lijtmaer a chance to see what he can do for you.

I had the privilege and pleasure of getting to watch Martín in action when I found him to represent a friend who had been wrongfully accused. First and foremost, he successfully got all charges dropped when the prosection refused to carefully consider the facts and evidence and even at a time when the prosecutor wanted to up the stakes. He skillfully handled the preliminary hearing by, among other things, slamming the state's witnesses on cross examination. Furthermore he's a great negotiator - firm and persuasive but also reasonable and professional. I believe it is this winning combination that led to the right result, which is nearly impossible to achieve. Besides his top notch legal advocacy skills, he's more importantly the type of lawyer you want because he's responsive, thoughtful, and caring. It's too often difficult to find lawyers who are both skilled at their trade and great with client relations. Martín listens which is not only important for how you feel about your advocate, but so integral to successful representation. I can't speak highly enough of Martín and am forever grateful for what he did for my friend, what I hope will be a long-standing professional relationship, and for reminding me why I love the law.

The lawyer Martin Lijtmaer helped me solve my misdemeanor case in a fast and effective way. I did not even have to go personally to the court , he is very professional and he gave advice so I would not get in trouble again if you are looking for a real lawyer I recommend a Martin Lijtmaer lawyer.

I was accused of a white-collar crime I did not commit. I heard of Martín through a friend, and was going to pick between him and another attorney. I chose the other attorney, and later switched to Martín when the other guy did not believe me, and was not representing me properly. Martín is, hands down, a superstar. Here is a list of points that I observed while working with him: • He was respectful and clear when talking to the prosecution and to the other party’s representatives. • He made it clear each time he spoke to the prosecution that I was innocent. • He aggressively sought out every shred of evidence (or lack thereof) that could possibly help our defense. • He never sugar-coated the facts with me, and was honest, up-front, and proactive when exploring and explaining the worst-case scenario. • He thoughtfully chose an investigator that would not intimidate her audience when she was getting facts for the defense. • He listened to my parents’ questions and concerns patiently and were always willing to speak with them at length (they were paying, since I am a full-time graduate student and could not). • He was attentive and listened carefully each time we were on the phone. He let me know in advance if he was on a walk or driving, so I was aware of any necessary divided attention. • He kept his sense of humor throughout the ordeal, which was very beneficial to my psyche during the most stressful period of my life. • He was extremely well prepared for court, and dominated the courtroom in the Preliminary Hearing. • He did everything possible to get the case dropped before going to trial and was successful. (Although I would have loved to see him in action at a trial, I am so grateful that I did not have to go through the ordeal myself.) • He never doubted my innocence. Martín got my case dismissed before going to trial. Had we gone to trial, I have no doubt he would have worked as hard as he could to prove that I did not do the crime I was accused of. Had I lost, it would have ruined my career and my reputation, not to mention being convicted of something I simply did not do. Go with Martín, trust him, and he will do his absolute best for you.

I had few questions that needed to be addressed, even though my situation was out of his jurisdiction, Martin still found a way to help me out and referred me to someone that could. I thank you, Martin for your patience and helping me out. I appreciate it

Martin is an exceptional attorney. He truly cares about his clients and he is passionate about his work. He is very knowledgeable and has a very positive energy! He has expedited our case and worked on our case in just one day of speaking with him. He has won our motion within a month and has saved us from big trouble. If you have faced serious immigration consequences from dealing with a criminal case in California, Martin is the one to turn to. You will be in good hands! Thank you so much Martin you have changed our lives and we will be thankful for the rest of our lives!

I could not ever say enough about Martín's hard Work, he is always on top of things to win your case. You don't have to be looking for him, he will contact you and keep you up date. There's a point you don't see him as your Lawyer. He is an amazing human being that really wants to help you. I feel so lucky to have him by my side.

El Sr. Martin Lijtmaer nos ayudo con un caso bastante delicado donde requería un abogado con todo el conocimiento posible. Nos otorgo una consulta gratis para plantearle el caso y lo contratamos de inmediato. Es un abogado de alto conocimiento en su áreas de especialización. Nos trato con mucho respeto, nos mantuvo informados del caso y nos hizo sentir tranquilidad en la etapa de mas angustia de nuestras vidas. El Sr. Martin es una persona honesta y con alta integridad. No puedo enfatizarlo suficientemente. El caso lo resolvió de una manera genial y nos devolvió la vida. No duden en lo absoluto en llamarle es simplemente el mejor.

I am so very Grateful for the Excellent and Outstanding Legal Advise and Council of Martin Lijtmaer. He is an awesome, caring, dedicated and powerful criminal attorney. Martin provided great ideas, insights and options at our first consultation. He made me feel comfortable and confident in the possibilities. In court, Martin Liijtmaer was brilliant and helped me immensely! The proceedings went better than I could have imagined or hoped for!! I recommend Martin Lijtmaer with 10 stars or even 11 stars if possible!!! He has a terrific reputation and has earned the respect of the courts, and he has a perceptive understanding from his experience of working with various judges and DA's that helps in his Guidance as to the best ways to proceed for each case! Martin has tremendous integrity, intelligence, and he goes the extra mile!

Mi experiencia al tener a Martín como mi abogado fue totalmente positiva. Recibí la mejor consejería no solamente a nivel legal sino también a nivel personal. Puedo dar fe de que mi caso se resolvió de la mejor manera posible. Los conocimientos, la experiencia profesional y la posición muy humana de Martín, hicieron que el proceso de mi caso se hiciera más fácil y llevadero. Siempre tuve confianza en él y siempre obtuve respuestas acertadas con respecto a mi caso. El hecho de que Martín sea bilingüe vale muchísimo, su dominio del Español contribuyó definitivamente a que yo me sintiera más apoyada como mujer Hispana. El abogado Martín Lijtmaer es un gran profesional que mezcla perfectamente su sabiduría con su lado humano y así brinda el mejor servicio a sus clientes. Yo estoy muy satisfecha por haberlo elegido como mi abogado y lo volvería a contratar de ser necesario. Con Martín se logran muy buenos resultados y como su clienta lo recomiendo como el mejor de los abogados.

After being referred to Martin , my family and I believed it was in our best interest to hire him as our attorney. From the beginning he showed seriousness and a professional attitude towards my case. Martin saved my life and helped me get off probation early and got my felonies removed also , we were extremely satisfied with Martin's work and forever grateful to have been introduced to him