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Martin Barnes

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  • Probate, Estate Planning
  • Indiana
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Lawyer Rating and Reviews
Legal Knowledge
5.0/5.0
Legal Analysis
5.0/5.0
Communication Skills
5.0/5.0
Ethics and Professionalism
5.0/5.0
Jeffrey Cadwell
Jeffrey Cadwell May 2, 2025
Rating: 10 Lawyer Rating - 10 out of 10
I believe the above paint an accurate portrayal of Marty's qualities - the most notable being mentally sharp, an excellent communicator, conscientious and honest, and caring about his clients. View More
Q. How do you know this lawyer?
  • Current or Former Co-Worker/Colleague

Marty and I have worked together for almost ten years.

Q. In the cases you were involved in with this attorney, which of the following apply?
  • Same Client

Marty and I have represented some of the same clients, and I have observed him represent his clients for almost ten years.

Q. When did you work with this lawyer?
12/15/15 to the present.
Q. Was this lawyer an effective advocate/counselor and why?
Yes

See responses below. Additionally, Marty takes the time to genuinely understand his clients' situation and needs in order to obtain the desired results. He is extremely conscientious and genuinely cares about his clients.

Q. Please rate this lawyer on the following:

Legal Knowledge: Excellent

Marty is very knowledgeable about the areas of law in which he practices, and conscientious about staying up to date as to developments in the law through seminars.

Legal Analysis: Excellent

Marty has a very sharp and keen mind. I often go to him for advice, and as a sounding board.

Communication Skills: Excellent

Marty is an excellent speaker and communicator, with great people skills.

Ethics and Professionalism: Excellent

Marty is a consummate professional, and the most honest and honorable attorney that I have practiced with in 40+ years.

Q. For which practice area(s) would you recommend this lawyer?
Marty's primary areas of practice are probate and estate planning, as well as representing small businesses and their owners. I would recommend him for any type of matter that he undertakes, as he always verifies that he is qualified to do so.
Q. Which of the following skills does this lawyer possess?
  • Business Advising
  • Client Relations
  • Collaboration
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Document Review
  • Drafting
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Financial Literacy (handling client funds)
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Mediation
  • Negotiation
  • Oral Argument
  • Problem Solving
  • Pro Bono and Community Services
  • Project Management
  • Transactions
  • Trials
  • Use of Technology
Q. I would recommend this lawyer to my family and friends
Yes