Martin Schmidt

Martin Schmidt

also known as Marty Schmidt, Schmidt National Law Group

4.9
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 43 years

Personal injury Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury

3033 Fifth Ave, #335, San Diego, CA

About Martin

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Personal Injury 100%

Martin Schmidt has collected millions of dollars for injured people, and has 25 years of experience fighting and winning personal injury cases. Martin is dedicated exclusively to helping injured people.

39 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 90 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 31 years

State: California

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kentucky for 43 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 1982

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Schmidt National Law Group

3033 Fifth Ave, #335, San Diego, CA, 92103

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Martin Schmidt's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

38 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Marilynn | February 06, 2015 | Personal Injury

Excellent customer service

I was referred to Marty by a co-worker. I needed an attorney for an injury that I suffered because of someone's negligence. Marty was very knowledgable and he always kept me informed about the status of my case. I appreciated how he made me feel important, he always seemed to have time to speak with ...me and thoroughly answer all my questions. This period in my life was traumatizing and he definitely helped me to feel stable and secure again.

Posted by Jim K. | January 14, 2014 | Employment & Labor

Very helpful

I worked with Marty on an employment issue. He was very responsive and professional. Returned my calls in a timely manner and showed genuine concern. Highly recommended.

Posted by mike | January 05, 2014

Great Lawyer

Mr. Schmidt is a great lawyer kept me in the know with my case and was super responsive to any concerns I had. Very thorough highly recommended !

Posted by Willard | October 01, 2013 | Personal Injury

Incredible Lawyer with a down home style!

My experience with Marty Schmidt began as a result of terrible circumstances. My wife and I were seriously injured in an automobile accident, which was not our fault, and not only was I the proud owner of a wrecked car, but things that used to be unpleasant, like yard work and my normal chores, had ...become unbearably painful. On top of it all, I was getting low-balled by my insurance company. Just when I thought it couldn't get any worse, they started acting like I was the bad guy. I hired Marty with Golden State Law and he was simply amazing. I always met directly with Marty and all of my phone calls and communication was always directly with my attorney, instead of a paralegal or a case manager. He was extremely professional, and once he was on the scene, things started to get much better$ Marty not only referred my wife to an expert for her knee, but the doctor treated her and waited for his payment when the case settled, even though we do not have medical insurance. I am very impressed with the service we received hence the review. Case is settled and we were very happy with the outcome as well as the process.

Posted by Jessica M | September 14, 2012 | Personal Injury

Marty really cares!

When my daughter was hit by a utility truck on her bike, I was notified by the police and met her at the hospital. I was immediately being harassed by an attorney from the utility company to sign some documents. I felt pressured and I was referred to Marty at Golden State Law Group. We didn't want... to hire a lawyer but we felt unprotected so Marty met us at the hospital. We signed up and when my daughter was released from the hospital, he referred us to a head injury specialist. We had been treating for almost a year, when she was finally released from medical care. She had lost her job in the process, and was having a hard time paying her rent and other bills. The utility company offered us 10k for everything, which was a joke. I think our medical bills were about 75k at the time. We finally settled the case in the high six figure range (not supposed to say how much) and I can honestly say that Marty was a blessing! He did not let us get pushed around one time! In fact, we never had a to pay a penny for any of the medical treatments or to Marty ever. He earned every dollar of that settlement and I don't think anyone else could have done a better job for us! He was always professional, courteous, and helpful! He referred us to the top doctors, and always returned our calls. I would recommend him to anyone who has been injured in any type of accident!

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Martin Schmidt's Lawyer Endorsements

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Douglas Borthwick

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Asaph Abrams

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The inherent stress in personal injury cases demands special devotion from counsel. Mr. Schmidt's successful and lengthy track record demonstrates dedication to the task of compensating victims and deterring negligence by wrongdoing parties."

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Steven Matz

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 08

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Carl DeLuca

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for his experience and expertise in the practice area of Personal Injury."

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Alexa Arroyo

Unknown lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Charles Mellor

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Schmidt is a zealous advocate providing excellent representation for his clients. If you need assistance on a personal injury matter, call him. I endorse this lawyer."

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John Schill

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Marty for many years, and he is a good quality lawyer who really cares about his Clients. Further, Marty knows the law, and his vast years of experience allows him to use this knowledge to work for the best possible outcome for his clients. As the owner of a Law Firm, Martin Schmidt is the type of attorney I would want to hire to represent the clients of my firm."

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Daryl Thompson

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Martin Schmidt for his skills and experience as a personal injury attorney.."

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Jesus Zuniga

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I Highly endorse this lawyer."

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Jonathan Blecher

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Martin’s passion for helping injured victims has made him one of the top Personal Injury attorneys in San Diego."

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Robert Taylor

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer, he truly cares about his clients."

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Kyle Mastro

Unknown lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John VanDervoort

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. If in the San Diego area, I would visit Martin if injured without a doubt. Joe Vandervoort Attorney 42 years"

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Howard Lewis

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Marty is one of the finest personal injury lawyers in the United States and hands down the best in California. I highly recommend him to my clients and endorse him whole heartedly."

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Michael Rothrock

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Evan Gould

Litigation lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Martin is well respected by his peers and by his clients. He is well known in the community for his advocacy skills and quality of legal representation. I endorse this lawyer."

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John Stanko

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Terani

Unknown lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Calvin Chang

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert Lenhardt

General practice lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daryl Thompson

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Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2007

TOP TRIAL ATTORNEY 2007, PLC LLC

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Schmidt National Law Group

1995 - 2013

Attorney, Law Office of Martin Schmidt

Associations

2014 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2010 - Present

San Diego Consumer Attorneys

Attorney Member

1994 - Present

San Diego County Bar Association

Attorney

1994 - Present

State Bar of California

Attorney Member

1982 - Present

Kentucky Bar Association

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Client vs. State Farm Ins.

Jury Verdict for $330,000

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Education

N/A

Northern Kentucky Salmon P Chase COL

law

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Univ of California San Diego

undergraduate

Speaking Engagements

2013

Mass Torts Made Perfect

Mass Tort Advertising

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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