Timothy P. Martin
Former Felony Prosecutor
Experience:
32 years
Language(s):
English
Timothy Martin | Wheaton Criminal Lawyer
Main Office
610 East Roosevelt Road
Suite 200
Wheaton, IL 60187
Other Locations
At Martin & Kent, L.L.C., we offer experienced criminal defense representation in Wheaton, Aurora, Schaumburg, Villa Park, Lombard, Glen Ellyn, Addison, Downers Grove, Elmhurst, Carol Stream, Oak Brook, Oakbrook Terrace, Itasca, Wood Dale, Lisle, Bloomingdale, Glendale Heights, Bartlett, Hanover Park, Wayne, Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills, West Chicago, St. Charles, Geneva, Joliet, Naperville and Westmont, as well as other communities in DuPage County, Will County, Kendall County, Kane County and Cook County, Illinois.
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About Timothy
Timothy P. Martin, a resident of DuPage County, is a Partner with the LAW OFFICES OF MARTIN & KENT, LLC. Mr. Martin received his Juris Doctorate from the John Marshall Law School, Chicago, Illinois. While in law school, Mr. Martin served as an associate editor of the John Marshall Law Review. His work on the law review lead to a nationally published article in the area of criminal law.
In 2009, Tim Martin was elected President of the DuPage County Criminal Defense Bar Association. He was re-elected President by his peers for the calendar year 2010. Additionally, he also serves as a Director of the entire Bar Association of DuPage County.
Mr. Martin has 17 years of legal experience. He was initially hired by Attorney General and former DuPage State's Attorney Jim Ryan as a Prosecutor. While in the State's Attorneys Office, Mr. Martin prosecuted over 2,500 Misdemeanor cases. He successfully conducted over 900 Bench and Jury trials on all types of cases. Mr. Martin prosecuted over 500 Felony cases ranging from Aggravated Battery to Murder. He regularly served on the Felony Review/Screening team for Police officers. Additionally, Mr. Martin served as a trainer for newly appointed State's Attorneys and authored the Prosecutors DUI manual. As a private attorney, Mr. Martin has successfully defended over 10,000 clients on criminal charges from DUI to Murder and has gained state wide recognition for his trial advocacy skills.
Mr. Martin concentrates his practice in criminal defense and Divorce. He is a skilled and aggressive trial attorney whom you can trust.
Tim Martin is known statewide for his trial success in cases ranging from DUI to Murder. Tim has never lost a murder case as a Prosecutor or as a Defense attorney. Politicians, courthouse personnel, professional athletes and off-duty police officers have turned to Tim when they or their family members are in need of legal help.
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Experience
President and Founder
DuPage County Criminal Defense Bar Association
2009-Present
Commissioner
Illinois Racing Board
2004-Present
Attorney
Martin @ Kent, L.L.C.
1993-Present
Assistant State's Attorney
DuPage County
1990-1994
Admission
Illinois
1993
Education
Western Illinois University
B.S. (Business Administration and Management, General)
1978-1982
Recognitions & Achievements
Associations
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Illinois State Bar Association
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DuPage County Bar Association
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Kane County Bar Association
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DuPage County Criminal Law Bar Association
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American Association for Justice
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7th Circuit Court of the Federal Bar
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Illinois Racing Board, Commissioner
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DuPage County Criminal Defense Bar Association, Past President and2010 / 2011
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DuPage County Bar Association, Current Director
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State of Illinois Bar Association Judicial Evaluation, Selection Committee
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Illinois Bar Association, Criminal Law Section
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DuPage County, Felony Prosecutor
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DuPage County, Traffic Prosecutor
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Chicago Bar Association, Member
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National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys Association, Member
Honors / Awards
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Avvo Rating 10.0 Superb
Notable Work
Publications
John Marshall Law Review: Brock v. State
Crawford v. Washington, DuPage County Bar Association
Questions & Answers
Please describe a case in the last year or two where you made a big difference.
Today, February 3, 2014, I just finished a fifteen month endeavor to end a nightmare for a client with a Jury Trial Win!. He was are charged with aggravated battery to a Police Officer stemming from an incident that took place at his home while his family who were all key witnesses. They were sitting in their living room watching T.V. one night when a police car pulled into their driveway, overhead and spotlights flashing after a motorist pulled in before the police car. My client went out to see what was happening at his house and the cop (on videotape, no audio) ordered him back into his house using profanity and not providing even a brief explanation. His son was out that night, so he wasn't sure if he was in the car. He didn't go back in his house, so the cop grabbed him and threw him against the trunk to frisk him for weapons. Then the cop jabbed him with his flashlight stating he was trying to move and my client spun around immediately and glanced his arm against the police officer's face (no injuries). Three cops testified against my client and the jury didn't believe their stories. So I kept the lifelong Felony conviction of his record!
How did you build a successful practice?
I built my law practice around several factors. First, having the experience of a misdemeanor and felony prosecutor gave me valuable trial and courtroom experience. I saw what work and what didn't with the judges and juries. Next, hard work, tough and aggressive representation and word of mouth helped.
What should clients look for in a lawyer?
Experience in their field and local attorneys who know the judges, state's attorneys and courthouse personnel.
How important is local knowledge to the success of your cases?
Very important because each courtroom is different. Different judges, state's attorneys and other critical factors.
What information can you provide in a free phone consultation?
Phone consultations are free.
What information do you need in a free phone consultation?
Tell me how I can help! What are you charged with. Do you have a past record. Briefly explain to me what the factual basis was that lead to your arrest.
What differentiates you from other lawyers in your community?
I have handled over 10,000 criminal cases ranging from Battery to Murder as a prosecutor and a defense attorney. I was a two term past president of the criminal defense bar association here locally and a Commissioner on the Illinois Racing Board.
What is the most rewarding aspect of your job?
The most rewarding part of my job is winning cases for the innocent and assisting good people who made an honest mistake.
What are your other interests in addition to law?
My interests include being a High School Football Referee, exercising, martial arts, reading and traveling.
Are you involved in your community?
Church activities, food pantry volunteer, lawyers lending a hand volunteer and school advisor.
Additional Info
Founded 1996
Law Offices of Martin & Kent LLC Highlights
Criminal, DUI-DWI, Misdemeanor, Felony, Traffic
Firm Size:
five lawyers
Firm Locations:
1
Languages:
English