James N. Martin Jr.

Of Counsel

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

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky
U.S. District Court for the Western District of Kentucky
U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Indiana
U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana
U.S. Supreme Court

Licensed In

Indiana
Kentucky

Education

J.D. University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law

B.S. University of Louisville

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-Present)

Memberships

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

Licensed In

Indiana
Kentucky

Education

J.D. University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law

B.S. University of Louisville

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