Atty. James William Martens

Atty. James William Martens

James William Martens is a lawyer practicing business development, criminal defense, criminal law and 12 other areas of law. James has been licensed for 18 years.

Bismarck Bismarck 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About James William Martens at a glance

James William Martens is a Member based in Bismarck, North Dakota, practicing at Martens PLLC. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, residential, probate, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (2008). Educated at University of North Dakota (J.D., 2006). Serands clients in Bismarck, ND and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James William Martens is a lawyer practicing business development, criminal defense, criminal law and 12 other areas of law
  • James has been licensed for 18 years
  • James practices at Martens PLLC in Bismarck, ND

Practice Areas Explained

James William Martens's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James William Martens handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Residential Real Estate

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

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Estate Planning & Probate

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Dakota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James William Martens

Where is James William Martens's law office located?
James William Martens's law practice is located in Bismarck, North Dakota. The firm is Martens PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James William Martens handle?
James William Martens focuses on dui/dwi, residential, probate, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Dakota.
How long has James William Martens practiced law?
James William Martens has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did James William Martens go to law school?
James William Martens earned their education at (J.D., 2006).
How can I contact James William Martens for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of North Dakota
- 2006

Bar Admissions

North Dakota
Admitted: 2008

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