James N. Martin Jr.

Of Counsel
Litigation
J.D. University of Louisville, Brandeis School of Law, magna cum laude
B.S. University of Louisville, magna cum laude
Licensure: 
Indiana
Licensure: 
Kentucky
Office: 
Louisville, KY
(502) 423-2042
james.martin@steptoe-johnson.com
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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. He has represented Fortune 500 retail and food service industry corporations in tort matters.  He also has experience in business litigation, employment litigation, and defending government agencies and municipalities. James advises business owners regarding non-compete and employment matters. He is licensed in both Kentucky and Indiana.

Memberships & Awards

Professional
Louisville Bar Association
Kentucky Super Lawyers Rising Star (2015-2018)
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
United States Supreme Court
Brandeis Law Journal
Industry/Civic
Legislative Committee, Kentucky Association of Health Care Facilities
Metro Christian Legal Aid
Mayor, City of Bellemeade, Kentucky

Know-How

Alert

Kentucky Supreme Court Unanimously Applies Quality Assurance Privilege To Malpractice Action

Work Experience

2018 Steptoe & Johnson PLLC
2013-2018 Whonsetler & Johnson, PLLC
2008-2013 Dinsmore & Shohl, LLP
2006 Legal Intern, Foundation for Individual Rights in Education
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