Atty. Martha Jean Maher

Atty. Martha Jean Maher

Martha Jean Maher is a lawyer practicing probate, child custody, divorce & separation and 5 other areas of law. Martha received a B.S. degree from St.

New Orleans New Orleans 30 yrs experience 30 year
Call (805) 631-4438 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Martha Jean Maher at a glance

Martha Jean Maher is a divorce, child custody, probate, medical malpractice, and personal injury attorney based in New Orleans, Louisiana. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1996). Educated at Loyola University (J.D., 1995) and St. Mary's Dominican College (B.S., 1977). Serands clients in New Orleans, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Martha Jean Maher is a lawyer practicing probate, child custody, divorce & separation and 5 other areas of law
  • Martha received a B.S. degree from St. Mary's Dominican College in 1977, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Martha practices in New Orleans, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Martha Jean Maher's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

Martha Jean Maher is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Louisiana →

Probate

Martha Jean Maher is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Louisiana →

Medical Malpractice

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

Martha Jean Maher is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Louisiana →

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.

Martha Jean Maher is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Martha Jean Maher

Where is Martha Jean Maher's law office located?
Martha Jean Maher's law practice is located in New Orleans, Louisiana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Martha Jean Maher handle?
Martha Jean Maher focuses on divorce, child custody, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Martha Jean Maher practiced law?
Martha Jean Maher has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Martha Jean Maher go to law school?
Martha Jean Maher earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.S., 1977).
How can I contact Martha Jean Maher for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola University
- 1995
B.S.
St. Mary's Dominican College
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1996

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