John Christopher Martin
Law Offices of John C. Martin, P.C.
★ CBLS Board-Certified Specialist: Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law (State Bar of California)
Palo Alto, CA • Serving Santa Clara County
About John Christopher Martin
John Christopher Martin is a California-licensed attorney practicing in Palo Alto, Santa Clara County. Admitted to the State Bar of California in 2008 (Bar #257742) with 18 years of practice. Currently practices at Law Offices of John C. Martin, P.C..
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Education
- Law School: Boston Coll Law School; Newton MA
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Law Offices of John C. Martin, P.C.
Law Offices of John C. Martin, P.C., 636 Middlefield Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94301
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Verified from State Bar of California records 2026-06-13.
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