Roy Martin

Roy Martin

Roy Martin, PC
  • Divorce, Family Law
  • Washington
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Roy Martin is a divorce and family law attorney in Bellingham, Washington.

His practice is devoted to domestic relations issues such as divorce; legal separation; paternity; child custody, including the establishment and modification of parenting plans; relocation; non-parental custody; child support; spousal maintenance, prenuptial, postnuptial and cohabitation agreements; domestic partnerships; protective orders and the rights of grandparents.

Mr. Martin believes his job is to thoroughly address legal issues in the most efficient manner possible. For this reason, he is committed to alternative dispute resolution techniques, such as Mediation and Collaborative Divorce, with their emphasis on negotiated resolutions. These approaches can lead to the highest quality settlements while avoiding the conflict, expense and stress of litigation. With experience in Collaborative Divorce and Mediation dating to 2001, Mr. Martin is a seasoned mediator and one of the most experienced Collaborative Divorce attorneys in Bellingham.

Practice Areas
Divorce
Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce
Family Law
Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law
Additional Practice Areas
  • Mediation
  • Collaborative Divorce
Fees
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    Flat fee at a discounted rate for initial consultation.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Arizona
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Washington
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Attorney at Law
Roy Martin, PC
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Attorney at Law
Roy N. Martin, P.C.
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Education
University of Arizona
J.D.
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Honors: Graduated Magna Cum Laude; Excellence in Clinical Practice award; American Jurisprudence Award, Torts - Spring Semester, 1994; Dean's Achievement Award: Graduate Tuition Scholarship; Dean's List - Fall Semester, 1993; Dean's List - Spring Semester, 1994; Fall Semester, 1994; Spring Semester, 1996
Activities: Law Review
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Johns Hopkins University
B.A. | Natural Sciences
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Awards
Distinguished Lawyer Designation
The Expert Network
Top 100 Lawyers
American Society of Legal Advocates
Excellence in Clinical Practice
Southern Arizona People's Law Center
Dean's List
University of Arizona College of Law
American Jurisprudence Award
University of Arizona College of Law
Dean's List
University of Arizona College of Law
Dean's List
University of Arizona College of Law
Professional Associations
Member
Washington State Bar Association
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Whatcom Collaborative Professionals
Member
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Collaborative Law Group of Southern Arizona
Member
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Arizona State Bar
Member
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Where Do We Go From Here?
Whatcom County Bar Journal
To Turn, Turn and Re-Turn
Whatcom County Bar Journal
Anatomy of a Happy Ending
Whatcom County Bar Journal
The Range & Breadth of Mediation (Part 3)
Whatcom County Bar Journal
The Range & Breadth of Mediation (Part 2)
Whatcom County Bar Journal
The Range & Breadth of Mediation (Part 1)
Whatcom County Bar Journal
Perspectives on Conflict Resolution
Whatcom County Bar Journal
An Introduction
Whatcom County Bar Journal
Citation in Law Review Article by Professor Ted Schneyer, University of Arizona College of Law
Arizona Law Review
Collaborative Divorce: An Option
The Desert Leaf
Divorce: Crafting a Good Ending
Arizona Daily Star
Civic Profile
Arizona Daily Star
Speaking Engagements
Chapter Two: Real Divorce Stories, Personal Divorce Journies Leading to My Work as Collaborative Attorney, Bellingham, WA
blogtalkradio.com
Teaching to Colleagues on Presentation of Divorce Options to Potential Clients, Monthly Meeting of Whatcom Collaborative Professionals, Bellingham, WA
Whatcom Collaborative Professionals
Collaborative Divorce, Presenting Collaborative Divorce to Clients, Bellingham, WA
Whatcom Collaborative Professionals
Certifications
Collaborative Divorce Attorney
International Association of Collaborative Professionals
Websites & Blogs
Website
Roy Martin's website
Blog
Roy Martin's blog
Contact & Map
119 N. Commercial Street
Suite 910
Bellingham, WA 98225
Telephone: (360) 746-0400