Thomas Hugh Martin

Thomas Hugh Martin

5.0
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 23 years

Criminal defense Lawyer Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

About Thomas

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$0 first 30 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in New Jersey for 23 years

State: New Jersey

Acquired: 2002

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Thomas Hugh Martin's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kevin | July 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great professional attorney

Thomas Martin helped me greatly in my case with a bicyclist in my town who has punched kicked and broken mirrors off of vehicles. This bicyclist has been a nuisance in my town for a long time now. Thomas was able to navigate me through the court system with a favorable outcome for myself. He was an a...bsolute professional who will return your call and take a whole hearted interest in your case. In my opinion some lawyers today treat you as you are just another number. If you want results and a lawyer who cares about his clients Thomas Martin is the lawyer to contact. I personally can’t thank him enough.

Posted by Christopher | August 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Great outcome

Thomas was my lawyer for my last court date. He got my criminal charges down to a disorderly conduct and my vehicle violations down to 2 points. I couldn't be happier with the outcome.

Posted by Kyle | August 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Tom Martin

I highly recommend Tom. He beat a DUI for me and a weed charge. One of the nicest and most respectful lawyers I've worked with. I had 2 cases and he was also kind enough to give me a serious discount after the first case. I'd use Tom every single time!

Posted by Chinmoy Chaudhury | June 26, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

CASE DISMISSED!!!!

After being charged with misdemeanors, I thought I would have to pay fines, lose my license which could have costed me my job also, but Thomas Martin, ESQ saved me and had my case dismissed. Just be patient, let him do his thing and you will get the best favorable outcome. Nice guy who really cares...!

Posted by Steven | May 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Very Happy with the John Marshall Firm

Thomas handled our DWI dismissal very professionally and competently. He’s also a good guy.

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Thomas Hugh Martin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Emeka Nkwuo

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Matthew Dorry

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly recommend and endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Mr. Martin when I was a Municipal Prosecutor and now as a criminal defense attorney. Mr. Martin is well-versed on the changed in criminal defense, and uses this to his advantage (for his clients)."

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Kevin Moriarty

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Katherine O'Brien

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Tom for a number of years. He is not only a highly skilled litigator but a great person all around. I have no hesitation referring matters to Tom."

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Michael DeBlis

Criminal defense lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is one of the best criminal defense attorneys that I know. He puts his heart and sole into defending his clients. He takes the time to get to know his clients as people and then works relentlessly to provide a vigorous defense. Tom is a seasoned criminal defense attorney who has tried some serious criminal cases. Anyone who has Tom as their attorney can take comfort in the fact that they are in good hands. I highly recommend Tom!"

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Michael Grasso

Criminal defense lawyer | May 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is a solid advocate for his clients and a great resource in the subject matter of criminal defense. I endorse this lawyer."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Kenneth Kaplan

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Thomas is a top notch criminal attorney. He is well respected by Judges and other attorneys. He is a hard working advocate for his clients. I hhighly recommend this lawyer."

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Thomas Mallon

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Tom Martin for aprroximately 10 years. I have consulted with him on numerous cases. I value his opinion and have sought his advice several times. He is honiest and reliable. He is knowledgeable and well respected by lawyers and judges."

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Paul Riviere

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Thomas is great criminal defense attorney. He fights hard for his clients and gets great results. He is very professional and always on top of his cases."

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Thomas Campo

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Tom for over ten (10) years in the capacity as both a fellow defense attorney and as an adversary when I was a prosecutor. I have always been impressed by Tom's knowledge of the law and ability to effectively argue on behalf of his clients. He is an exceptional lawyer."

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Jonathan Marshall

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Tom for close to a decade now. He is an extremely knowledgeable and skilled attorney who I know works tirelessly on behalf of his clients. What I find so impressive about Tom is the trust and loyalty which his clients universally have for him. He truly is a special lawyer."

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Brenton Vincenzes

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Great DUI attorney!"

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Tara Breslow

Criminal defense lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Lomurro

Unknown lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Travis Tormey

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is a long time Monmouth County guy who gets great results. He's also a great guy and a pleasure to work with."

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Charles Clark

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Martin and I worked together on a case where his client was charged with stealing a large amount of money from the government. Mr. Martin was able to use his negotiating skills to convince the prosecutor to allow his client to enter a diversionary program where his client's case would ultimately be dismissed. Mr. Martin has the experience and skills to represent any defendant regardless of the charges."

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Andrew Blumer

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom and I had a juvenile matter together. He was an aggressive advocate for his client, well-prepared and fought hard to protect his client. For these reasons, I endorse him."

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Randolph Wolf

Unknown lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Thomas H. Martin is an experienced criminal defense and personal injury attorney that really cares about his clients. I have had the pleasure of working with him on several occasions. He is very detail oriented and delivers results. He is extremely knowledgeable about complex criminal defense and personal injury issues and provides excellent representation for his clients. He is also well-respected in the legal community. His innovative arguments have resulted in published, appellate decisions in several areas of law. I highly recommend Thomas Martin to anyone who is in need of effective representation."

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John Sheehy

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Tom on a number of criminal and juvenile delinquency matters over the years. He is extremely knowledgeable attorney and a zealous advocate for his clients. I would highly recommend him."

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Emeka Nkwuo

Criminal defense lawyer

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Brett Rosen

Criminal defense lawyer

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Keith Oliver

Criminal defense lawyer

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Katherine O'Brien

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Glenn Race

Personal injury lawyer

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Kenneth Thayer

Personal injury lawyer

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Michael DeBlis

Criminal defense lawyer

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Thomas Mallon

Personal injury lawyer

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Kenneth Kaplan

Workers compensation lawyer

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Paul Riviere

Juvenile law lawyer

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Jonathan Marshall

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Greg Gargulinski

Criminal defense lawyer

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Randolph Wolf

Criminal defense lawyer

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Andrew Blumer

Criminal defense lawyer

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John Sheehy

Criminal defense lawyer

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Charles Clark

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher Campbell

Juvenile law lawyer

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Anthony Vecchio

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonathan Lomurro

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2012

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

1996

Benjamin Weissman Award, Rutgers University

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Senior Associate, Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall

2007 - Present

Public Defender, Lake Como

2005 - 2016

Partner, Law Office Of Thomas Hugh Martin, LLC

2001 - 2002

Judicial Clerkship, Superior Court Of New Jersey

Associations

2009 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2008 - Present

Monmouth Bar Association, Municipal Court Committee

Member

2008 - Present

Monmouth Bar Association, Juvenile Law Committee

Member

2007 - Present

New Jersey Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

1997 - Present

Phi Beta Kappa

Member

1997 - Present

Pi Sigma Alpha-Political Science

Member

Monmouth County Bar Association

Member

New Jersey State Bar Association

Member

Association of Trial Lawyers of America (New Jersey chapter)

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Ausley v. County of Middlesex

Plaintiff sought her deceased sister's remains.

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Education

2010

Continuing Education

DWI Masters Class

2001

Seton Hall University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

Rutgers University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2013

Monmouth Bar Association

Sentences/Dispositions In Juvenile Court

Publications

2010

www.jerseycriminallawyerblog.com/ DWI-Twenty Minute DWI Defense Altered

2010

Jersey Criminal Lawyer Blog What Are Field Sobriety Tests?

Languages

Spanish

English

Activity

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