James N. Martin Jr.

Of Counsel

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.

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, Kentucky
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
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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