Herman Martinez

Recognition:

Rated "superb" by Avvo.com
Houston Top Lawyer 2008-2011
Nominated Super Lawyers
President South TexasHispanic Law Students
Order of Lytae at South Texas College of Law

Associations:

Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
National College for DUI Defense
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Fifth Circuit Bar Association
Harris County Bar Association
Hispanic Bar Association of Houston
Mexican-American Bar Association of Houston

Commentary:

Mr. Martinez currently provides legal commentary for a local radio station and has appeared on local television stations.

Education:

South Texas College of Law – Juris Doctor 1996
Florida State University – Bachelor of Arts 1990

Legal Experience:

Founding attorney of the Martinez Law Firm - 2011-present
Associate Judge Houston Municipal Court- 2011-present
Partner at Madrid Martinez & Associates – 1999-2011
Court Chief Prosecutor at Harris County District's Office – 1997-1999
Briefing Attorney at 334th District Court (Harris County) – 1996-1997
Intern at United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit- 1995

Testimonials:

“I wanted to take a moment to express my appreciation regarding your handling of my DWI case. I didn't know you from Adam and called you only because a friend recommended you. I cannot fathom what you did above and beyond the call of duty to facilitate this conclusion of my case. Thanks again for all you did.”

“I really wanted to thank you again from the bottom of my heart for your savvy advice and wanted to let you know that I have taken the whole thing to heart. Your kindness and attitude will be remembered.I would like to express my sincere gratitude for all of your help and professionalism during a most difficult time in my life."

"Mr. Martinez and his staff handled my case in a professional manner from the first phone call and meeting as well as throughout the process.
During our meetings Mr. Martinez explained step by step the processes and what to expect. Mr. Martinez is very knowledgeable about the law which led to the dismissal of my case."

Mr. Martinez did a great job in handling my DWI case. He answered every question I had and explained everything to me so that I was able to understand the situation with my case. He kept me very well informed of what was going on with my case and what the next step would be. I was always able to get in contact with him whenever I needed to ask questions or if I didnt understand something about my case.
Overall, he did an outstanding job in representing me. I just want to say Thank you to Mr. Martinez and his staff for the great job they did in handling my DWI case. I would definetly recommend Mr. Martinez to my family and friends.

“Thank you so much, Herman, for your help in getting the bail amount down - that exceeded my expectations. I'm very happy to have you and Mario representing me, even more so after seeing and hearing some of these other (seemingly less professional) lawyers around the courts.”