Atty. Martin Taleisnik

Atty. Martin Taleisnik

Martin Taleisnik is a partner at Sawl Law Group. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Psychobiology from UCLA in 1990 and obtaind his Juris Doctorate from the University of Oregon School of Law in 1994.

Fresno Fresno 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About Martin Taleisnik at a glance

Martin Taleisnik is a Managing Partner based in Fresno, California, practicing at Sawl Law Group. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1994) and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1994). Educated at University of Oregon School Law (J.D., 1994) and University of California (B.S. Psychobiology, 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Fresno County and American Bar Association. Serands clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Martin Taleisnik is a partner at Sawl Law Group
  • He earned his bachelor’s degree in Psychobiology from UCLA in 1990 and obtaind his Juris Doctorate from the University of Oregon School of Law in 1994
  • After getting admitted to the California Bar a year after completing law school, Attorney Taleisnik joined Sawl Law Group and handled misdemeanor and felony criminal cases in state and federal court
  • He left the firm several years later and became a partner in another firm
  • Then in 2006, he rejoined Sawl Law Group as the Managing Attorney
  • Since then he has handled both criminal and personal injury cases
  • Attorney Taleisnik is fluent in Spanish and provides his clients with effective and personalized legal solutions

Practice Areas Explained

Martin Taleisnik's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Martin Taleisnik

Where is Martin Taleisnik's law office located?
Martin Taleisnik's law practice is located in Fresno, California. The firm is Sawl Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Martin Taleisnik handle?
Martin Taleisnik focuses on dui/dwi, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Martin Taleisnik practiced law?
Martin Taleisnik has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Martin Taleisnik go to law school?
Martin Taleisnik earned their education at (J.D., 1994); (B.S. Psychobiology, 1990).
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What awards or recognition has Martin Taleisnik received?
Martin Taleisnik's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Oregon School Law
- 1994
B.S. Psychobiology
University of California
- 1990

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1994

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