- DivorceAt our firm, most clients resolve these and other issues through mediation and/or collaborative law methods. In rare cases involving contested divorces, however, litigation before a judge becomes necessary. We are prepared to represent you vigorously, with your priorities clearly in mind, if your divorce becomes more difficult than you expected.
- Child SupportWhen parents are separated or divorced, legal provisions for child support obligations are intended to protect children's best interests above all. While your questions are practical ("What will I have to pay and when?" or "When will I receive child support and how much?"), the perspective of the law is farther reaching than these immediate issues imply. Ideally, child support should be fair and should ensure that the household where a child lives will have enough resources to care for the child.
- Child Custody and Visitation
- Adoption
- PaternityAlthough a family group may not conform to society's norm or ideal, the needs of individuals, couples and children in such households are very real. Whether you are concerned about grandparents' rights or establishing paternity, The Law Office of Thomas W. Martin, LLC, can help.
- Premarital Agreement
- Guardianship
- Spousal SupportHave you been dependent on your wife or husband throughout the course of your marriage? If your marriage has lasted long enough, a family law judge may agree that your spouse should continue to support you after you split up. On the other hand, you may be the spouse who has earned most or all of the income in a marriage. You may be naturally concerned about keeping any spousal support obligations fair. An experienced divorce lawyer on your side can help protect your rights.
- Legal SeparationDivorce may seem like too drastic of a step to take when you have been married for many years and take the institution of marriage seriously. Perhaps you are estranged or one spouse is in prison or incompetent because of mental illness. However, you may realize that you and your spouse need mutual legal protections as you are no longer operating as a single family unit. Or perhaps one is about to start a business, and you wish to protect the other spouse from any potential liability if the business should fail. For whatever reason, you may wish to discuss your options such as legal separation with an experienced family law attorney.
- Criminal DefenseAt The Law Office of Thomas W. Martin, LLC, located in Fort Collins, Colorado, you'll receive dedicated, experienced criminal defense representation from attorney Thomas Martin.
- DUI/DWI
- Traffic ViolationsFor some people, the temptation to drive after a driver's license suspension becomes too strong. You may have convinced yourself that you would drive extra carefully to avoid any problems after having your driver's license suspended — only to meet up with trouble when you were stopped by police or were involved in an accident. Driving under suspension can lead to a more serious situation: driver's license revocation. To maximize your options for recovering your driving privileges, speak with a defense attorney as soon as possible if you have been charged with driving with a suspended license.
- Sex Crimes
- FraudSigning someone else's name to a check or financial document to obtain funds is considered check fraud or check forgery. Our firm understands that law enforcement personnel often overstep their boundaries in their pursuit of evidence for criminal charges. If we discover that your constitutional rights were violated, we will fight hard to have evidence suppressed and charges dismissed. We evaluate all cases for...
- Robbery
- BurglaryOur firm provides committed defense counsel for numerous types of criminal offenses, from theft, burglary and general felonies to traffic offenses, misdemeanors, assaults and domestic violence. If you have been arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine or cocaine or for growing marijuana, you face extremely harsh potential penalties. Don't face the challenges ahead alone.
- White Collar CrimesAt our firm, we believe that every client deserves a strong defense and the best shot at a productive future. We can provide an effective legal strategy for any situation, from white-collar crimes to charges of crimes involving violence or an arrest for driving while intoxicated. We will listen without judgment and use the facts of the case to build the best possible strategy for you.
- Theft
- MisdemeanorsFor many people in Fort Collins and throughout Colorado, the Second Amendment, which provides the right to bear arms, is a fundamental right protecting a way of living in our state and our country. Many criminal charges can restrict or revoke your Second Amendment rights. Additionally, felony convictions and misdemeanor domestic violence convictions can lead to permanent revocation of your Second Amendment rights.
- Embezzlement
- Drug CrimesDue to the "law and order" mentality that has taken over our government, the war on drugs has often meant a war on people's rights and a war on the disadvantaged. At The Law Office of Thomas W. Martin, LLC, we vigorously protect the rights of those charged in criminal drug cases throughout Northern Colorado.
- Assault
- Murder
- Juvenile CrimesIf you are a minor facing criminal charges or are a parent whose child has been arrested, it is imperative that you speak with an experienced lawyer as soon as possible. A foolish mistake now can have a lifetime of consequences, affecting your ability to get financial aid for a college education, limiting your employment opportunities, and hampering your ability to live where you want or get credit. You can also face detention or incarceration for up to two years!
- Probation ViolationAs part of our criminal defense practice, we act as legal representative at bail hearings and parole and probation violation court appearances.
- Identity Theft
- Arson
- Shoplifting
- Restraining OrderAt The Law Office of Thomas W. Martin, LLC, in Fort Collins, Colorado, we bring passion and compassion to the defense of individuals who have been charged with domestic violence. For over 10 years, attorney Martin has aggressively protected the interests of men and women in domestic abuse proceedings, including requests for protective or restraining orders. Our firm will tirelessly work to protect your constitutional rights, considering a plea bargain if it is in your best interests, but taking your case to trial to get the results you seek when necessary.
- ForgeryIf you are charged with forgery or counterfeiting, you are likely facing felony charges, which carry substantial consequences. Depending on your situation, you could be facing a prison sentence, restitution and other penalties. Additionally, convictions for crimes involving dishonesty can complicate your ability to get a job, secure a loan or affect your reputation in the community.
- Landlord-Tenant DisputesRegardless of whether you're a landlord or a tenant, it's important to remember both have certain rights, obligations and protections under the law. Too often, a landlord or tenant will decide to take matters into his or her own hands, resulting in violations of the law and exposure to fines, eviction and civil litigation.
- Property Damage
- Auto Accidents
- Estate Planning
- Power of AttorneyEven if your family does not resemble the families of "Leave It To Beaver" or "The Brady Bunch," you know you are a family if you live fully interdependent lives. Like any other family, you may have legitimate concerns that will need to be addressed through appropriate legal remedies such as powers of attorney.