Atty. Maria Martinez

Atty. Maria Martinez

Maria Martinez is a lawyer practicing real estate, business, commercial law and 14 other areas of law. Maria received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Ocean Springs Ocean Springs 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Maria Martinez at a glance

Maria Martinez is a Partner based in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, practicing at Rushing & Guice, PLLC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1994), Mississippi (1995), New York U.S. Court of International Trade U.S. Supreme Court (2015), and Georgia (2019). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1994) and Louisiana State University (B.S. History, 1990). Recognitions include CV Notable. Active member of American Bar Association, the Mississippi Bar Association, the Mississippi Women Lawyers Association, the Harrison County Bar Association and the Louisiana State Bar Association. Serands clients in Ocean Springs, MS and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Maria Martinez is a lawyer practicing real estate, business, commercial law and 14 other areas of law
  • Maria received a B.S. degree from Louisiana State University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Maria practices at Rushing & Guice, PLLC in Ocean Springs, MS

Practice Areas Explained

Maria Martinez's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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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.

Maria Martinez is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Mississippi →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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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.

Maria Martinez is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Mississippi →

Business & Corporate Law

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Maria Martinez is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Mississippi →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Mississippi

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Maria Martinez

Where is Maria Martinez's law office located?
Maria Martinez's law practice is located in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. The firm is Rushing & Guice, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Maria Martinez handle?
Maria Martinez focuses on probate, personal injury, family law, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Mississippi.
How long has Maria Martinez practiced law?
Maria Martinez has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Maria Martinez go to law school?
Maria Martinez earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S. History, 1990).
How can I contact Maria Martinez for a consultation?
You can contact Maria Martinez 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 Maria Martinez received?
Maria Martinez's notable recognition includes: CV Notable.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1994
B.S. History
Louisiana State University
- 1990

Awards

CV Notable

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1994
Mississippi
Admitted: 1995
New York U.S. Court of International Trade U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2015
Georgia
Admitted: 2019

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