Atty. Martin E. Goff, Esq.

Atty. Martin E. Goff, Esq.

Marty Goff is an associate principal in the firm’s Toledo office. He focuses his practice on general and complex litigation defense matters including auto negligence, premises liability, products liability, toxic torts, surety bond forfeiture proceedings, landlord/tenant evictions and title transfers, drunk driving and other traffic offenses, and criminal felony and misdemeanor cases.

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Profile Summary

About Martin E. Goff, Esq. at a glance

Martin E. Goff, Esq. is an Associate based in Toledo, Ohio, practicing at Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on real estate, slip & fall, product liability, litigation, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1985), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio (1989), U.S. Supreme Court (1995), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1997). Educated at University of Toledo (J.D., 1985) and Bowling Green State University (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Toledo and Ohio State Bar Associations Ohio Academy of Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in Toledo, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Marty Goff is an associate principal in the firm’s Toledo office
  • He focuses his practice on general and complex litigation defense matters including auto negligence, premises liability, products liability, toxic torts, surety bond forfeiture proceedings, landlord/tenant evictions and title transfers, drunk driving and other traffic offenses, and criminal felony and misdemeanor cases
  • Mr. Goff received his J.D. from the University of Toledo in 1985 after he obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree from Bowling Green State University in 1982
  • Mr. Goff is licensed to practice law in all courts in Ohio, as well as the U.S
  • District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, the U.S
  • Supreme Court and the U.S
  • Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit
  • Marty volunteers a considerable amount of time to pro bono work through the Toledo Bar Association and is a regular participant in the TV 11 Call for Action Ask the Attorney news program
  • When he is not practicing law or otherwise engaged in family activities, Marty enjoys golf and attending live music concerts and college and professional sporting events
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Practice Areas Explained

Martin E. Goff, Esq.'s Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Martin E. Goff, Esq. is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Martin E. Goff, Esq. is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Ohio →

Product Liability

Martin E. Goff, Esq. is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Ohio →

Civil Litigation

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

Martin E. Goff, Esq. is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Ohio →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Martin E. Goff, Esq. is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Martin E. Goff, Esq.

Where is Martin E. Goff, Esq.'s law office located?
Martin E. Goff, Esq.'s law practice is located in Toledo, Ohio. The firm is Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Martin E. Goff, Esq. handle?
Martin E. Goff, Esq. focuses on real estate, slip & fall, product liability, litigation, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Martin E. Goff, Esq. practiced law?
Martin E. Goff, Esq. has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Martin E. Goff, Esq. go to law school?
Martin E. Goff, Esq. earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Martin E. Goff, Esq. for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Martin E. Goff, Esq. received?
Martin E. Goff, Esq.'s notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
University of Toledo
- 1985
B.A.
Bowling Green State University
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1997

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