Atty. Gerald A. Martin

Atty. Gerald A. Martin

After his arrival in Oregon in 1969, Mr. Martin spent one year as law clerk for the Honorable Thomas H.

Bend Bend 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About Gerald A. Martin at a glance

Gerald A. Martin is a Retired Partner based in Bend, Oregon, practicing at Francis Hansen Martin Llp. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, hoa, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Oregon (1969), U.S. District Court, District of Oregon (1970), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1985). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 1969) and University of Iowa (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Oregon State Bar. Serands clients in Bend, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • After his arrival in Oregon in 1969, Mr. Martin spent one year as law clerk for the Honorable Thomas H. Tongue, Justice of the Oregon Supreme Court
  • At the conclusion of the clerkship, Mr. Martin became an associate with the Portland firm of Dezendorf, Spears and Lubersky (Lane Powell, et al.) After approximately two years with that firm, Mr. Martin moved to Bend , Oregon , preferring to practice in a smaller community
  • In Bend , Mr. Martin joined the firm of Gray, Fancher, Holmes and Hurley where he spent nine years concentrating his practice on litigation
  • In 1980, he joined Win Francis and he and Mr. Francis remained a two-attorney firm until 2003, when they were joined by Martin Hansen
  • Mr. Martin has continued to handle litigation almost exclusively and primarily in the areas set forth above
  • During the course of his practice, Mr. Martin has tried cases in nearly every county in the State of Oregon , as well as in the US District Court including appeals to the US Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit
  • In addition to practicing law, Mr. Martin has served on Bar committees, including a three-year term on the Board of Bar Examiners from 1978 until 1981
  • Phi Delta Phi
  • Member, Oregon Community College Budget Committee, 1983-1991

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald A. Martin's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Gerald A. Martin is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Oregon →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Gerald A. Martin is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Oregon →

HOA & Condominium Law

Gerald A. Martin is one of 5,637 hoa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse hoa attorneys in Oregon →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Gerald A. Martin is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oregon →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gerald A. Martin

Where is Gerald A. Martin's law office located?
Gerald A. Martin's law practice is located in Bend, Oregon. The firm is Francis Hansen Martin Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerald A. Martin handle?
Gerald A. Martin focuses on personal injury, employment, business, hoa, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Gerald A. Martin practiced law?
Gerald A. Martin has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Gerald A. Martin go to law school?
Gerald A. Martin earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact Gerald A. Martin for a consultation?
You can contact Gerald 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 Gerald A. Martin received?
Gerald A. Martin's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 1969
B.A.
University of Iowa
- 1966

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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