Juan C. Martinez - Joliet, IL
Attorney at Law Office of Juan C. Martinez, LLC
Criminal Defense Lawyers in Joliet, IL
815 N Larkin Ave Suite 207 Joliet, IL 60435
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Joliet Criminal Defense Lawyer
Updated: 03/10/2026
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Defense
- DUI
- Misdemeanors
- Felony
- Gun Charges
- Drug Charges
- Retail Theft
- Traffic Violations
- Domestic Violence
- Assault & Battery
- Estate Planning
- Living Trust
- Will
- Power of Attorneys
- TODI (Transfer on Death Instrument)
- Deeds
- Family & Matrimonial Law
- Divorce
- Paternity
- Child Support
- Maintenance
- Name Change
- Driver's License Reinstatement Hearings
- Formal Hearings
- Informal Hearings
- Hardship Licenses
Litigation: 85%
Attorney Information
Overview
Raised in Joliet, Illinois, Juan C. Martinez now resides there. After completing his studies at Joliet Central High School, Juan set out to become an attorney. Juan C. Martinez received encouragement from his friends and family as he completed his studies at Western Michigan University's Thomas M. Cooley Law School in the fall of 2014 and became a licensed attorney in the Spring of 2015.
Juan started his professional career with two reputable attorneys. Juan started off working as a full-time paralegal who traveled to Michigan on weekends to attend law school. He learned a lot about time management, accountability, preparedness, and determination on his path to becoming an attorney, all of which he applies to the legal representation of his clients.
Juan is one of the few Spanish-speaking lawyers in Will County and speaks the language fluently. Juan is committed to helping his Spanish-speaking neighborhood, having grown up in a Spanish-speaking family. He places a strong emphasis on having excelled contact and understanding with his clients and thinks it's critical to comprehend each stage of their case.
Juan is married and has four amazing children.
Education
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Legal Education
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Cooley Law School, 2014
J.D.
Honors: Dean's List
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Cooley Law School, 2014
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Non Legal Education
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Robert Morris University,
Orland Park,
Illinois, 2007
B.A.
Honors: Dean's List
Major: Business Administration
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Robert Morris University,
Orland Park,
Illinois, 2007
Current Employment Position(s)
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Owner
Past Positions
- Law Offices of Tedone & Morton, P.C., Associate Attorney, 2012 - 2021
- Chuck Bretz & Associates, P.C., Paralegal, 2009 - 2012
Languages
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English
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Spanish
Bar Admissions
- Illinois, 2015
Other Affiliations
- Will County Bar Association, 2015 - Present (Member)
- Illinois Bar Association, 2015 - Present (Member)
Contact
815 N Larkin Ave
Suite 207
Joliet, IL 60435
Phone: 779-429-9046
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.jcmartinezlaw.com
Hours: Monday - Friday 8am – 5pm, (Lunch: Noon to 1pm), Saturdays by Appointment Only
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