Atty. Nicolas Luis Martinez

Atty. Nicolas Luis Martinez

Nicolas Luis Martinez is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense, international law and 2 other areas of law. Nicolas received a degree from Senior Notes Editor, Stanford Law Review, and has been licensed for 12 years.

Chicago Chicago 12 yrs experience 12 year
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Profile Summary

About Nicolas Luis Martinez at a glance

Nicolas Luis Martinez is an Associate based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Bartlit Beck Herman Palenchar & Scott LLP. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, government, and international. Admitted to practice in California United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit United States Court of Appeals for t (2014) and Illinois (2016). Educated at Stanford Law School (J.D., 2013) and Senior Notes Editor, Stanford Law Review Supreme Court Litigation Clinic Pro Bono Distinction Stanford University (B.A. Political, 2007). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Nicolas Luis Martinez is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense, international law and 2 other areas of law
  • Nicolas received a degree from Senior Notes Editor, Stanford Law Review, and has been licensed for 12 years
  • Nicolas practices at Bartlit Beck Herman Palenchar & Scott LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Nicolas Luis Martinez's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Nicolas Luis Martinez

Where is Nicolas Luis Martinez's law office located?
Nicolas Luis Martinez's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Bartlit Beck Herman Palenchar & Scott LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicolas Luis Martinez handle?
Nicolas Luis Martinez focuses on criminal defense, litigation, government, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Nicolas Luis Martinez practiced law?
Nicolas Luis Martinez has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Nicolas Luis Martinez go to law school?
Nicolas Luis Martinez earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (B.A. Political, 2007).
How can I contact Nicolas Luis Martinez for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Stanford Law School
- 2013
B.A. Political
Senior Notes Editor, Stanford Law Review Supreme Court Litigation Clinic Pro Bono Distinction Stanford University
- 2007

Bar Admissions

California United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit United States Court of Appeals for t
Admitted: 2014
Illinois
Admitted: 2016

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