Atty. Barbara A. Martin

Atty. Barbara A. Martin

Barbara Martin has been a part of the firm’s medical malpractice defense practice since 1992. With more than two decades of experience, Ms.

Detroit Detroit 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Barbara A. Martin at a glance

Barbara A. Martin is a Principal based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, and health care. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1990) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1990). Educated at University of Detroit (J.D., 1990) and Albion College (B.A. Economics, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Membership & Affiliations Detroit Bar Association State Bar of Michigan American Bar Association Oakland County Bar Association Federal Bar Association. Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Barbara Martin has been a part of the firm’s medical malpractice defense practice since 1992
  • With more than two decades of experience, Ms. Martin concentrates her practice on defending hospitals and physicians against claims of professional negligence
  • Her previous experience includes working as a junior executive for a major automobile manufacturer
  • Ms. Martin is licensed to practice law in Michigan and the U. S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
  • She is a member of the State Bar of Michigan, the American Bar Association, the Oakland County Bar Association and the Federal Bar Association
  • She has also served on the Board of Directors of the Detroit President’s Organization
  • Ms. Martin received her J.D. from the University of Detroit School of Law, where she was a member of Law Review, the Moot Court Board of Directors, the Order of Barristers and the American Inn of Court
  • She earned a Bachelor of Arts from Albion College with a double major in Economics and Management, and Political Science
  • She was also named to the Omicron Delta Epsilon National Honor Society
  • She has successfully gone to Trial, and received No Causes of Action for hospitals and physicians
  • Ms. Martin was recognized in DBusiness Magazine as a Top Lawyer in 2014
  • Insights & News August, 2024 - Recent Highlights, Wins Barbara Martin Successfully Earns Dismissal

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara A. Martin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara A. Martin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Barbara A. Martin is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Detroit are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara A. Martin

Where is Barbara A. Martin's law office located?
Barbara A. Martin's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara A. Martin handle?
Barbara A. Martin focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Barbara A. Martin practiced law?
Barbara A. Martin has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Barbara A. Martin go to law school?
Barbara A. Martin earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A. Economics, 1980).
How can I contact Barbara A. Martin for a consultation?
You can contact Barbara A. Martin directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Barbara A. Martin received?
Barbara A. Martin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Detroit
- 1990
B.A. Economics
Albion College
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1990

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