James N. Martin Jr.

Biography

James focuses his practice on complex litigation and tort matters. He has significant experience defending physicians, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and other health care providers in alleged medical negligence cases. James has represented Fortune 500 retail and food service industry corporations in tort matters. He has experience in business litigation, employment litigation, and defending government agencies and municipalities. James frequently advises business owners regarding non-compete and employment matters.

Court Admissions

Licensed In

  • Indiana
  • Kentucky

Education

  • J.D. University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law
  • B.S. University of Louisville

Memberships

  • Legislative Committee, Kentucky Association of Health Care Facilities
  • Access Justice
  • Mayor, City of Bellemeade, KY
  • Louisville Bar Association
  • Indiana State Bar Association

Achievements

  • Super Lawyers®, Medical Malpractice Law, Business & Corporate Law, Employment & Labor Law, Louisville, KY (2020)
  • Super Lawyers Rising Star®, Medical Malpractice Law, Business & Corporate Law, Employment & Labor Law, Louisville, KY (2015-2018)
  • The Best Lawyers in America®, Litigation – Insurance (2024-Present), Professional Malpractice Law – Defendants (2025)

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