Atty. Franklin Wayne Martz

Atty. Franklin Wayne Martz

Franklin Wayne Martz is a lawyer practicing trusts, wills, estate planning and 6 other areas of law. Franklin received a B.S. degree from University of Maryland in 1963, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Frederick Frederick 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Franklin Wayne Martz at a glance

Franklin Wayne Martz is a wills, trusts, probate, criminal defense, and estate planning attorney based in Frederick, Maryland. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1972). Educated at University of Baltimore (J.D., 1966) and University of Maryland (B.S., 1963). Serands clients in Frederick, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Franklin Wayne Martz is a lawyer practicing trusts, wills, estate planning and 6 other areas of law
  • Franklin received a B.S. degree from University of Maryland in 1963, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Franklin practices in Frederick, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Franklin Wayne Martz's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Franklin Wayne Martz handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Franklin Wayne Martz is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Maryland →

Trusts

Franklin Wayne Martz is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maryland →

Probate

Franklin Wayne Martz is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Maryland →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Franklin Wayne Martz is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Maryland →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Franklin Wayne Martz is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Frederick are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland 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 Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Franklin Wayne Martz

Where is Franklin Wayne Martz's law office located?
Franklin Wayne Martz's law practice is located in Frederick, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Franklin Wayne Martz handle?
Franklin Wayne Martz focuses on wills, trusts, probate, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Franklin Wayne Martz practiced law?
Franklin Wayne Martz has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Franklin Wayne Martz go to law school?
Franklin Wayne Martz earned their education at (J.D., 1966); (B.S., 1963).
How can I contact Franklin Wayne Martz for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Baltimore
- 1966
B.S.
University of Maryland
- 1963

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1972

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