Martin J. Hernandez

Martin J. Hernandez, Esq. – Compassionate Advocate for Justice

Born and raised in the vibrant community of Tampa, Florida, Martin Hernandez has dedicated his career to advocating for those who have suffered due to the negligence of others. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Martin’s bilingual abilities enable him to bridge communication gaps and extend his reach within the diverse communities of Tampa, providing comprehensive legal services to a broader range of individuals in need.

Martin’s journey into law was inspired by a deep-seated desire to help people. Witnessing the struggles faced by his own community, he saw law as a powerful tool to make a tangible difference. After earning his degrees in Finance and English from the University of South Florida, Martin pursued his Juris Doctor at the prestigious Shepard Broad College of Law at Nova-Southeastern University, where he honed his skills and solidified his commitment to personal injury law.  Afterwards, Martin spent 4 years as a prosecutor with the Office of the State Attorney in Hillsborough County, Florida.

Joining one of Tampa’s most respected personal injury law firms, Martin quickly distinguished himself as a passionate and effective advocate. His approach is deeply personal; he sees his clients not… Read More

Martin J. Hernandez, Esq. – Compassionate Advocate for Justice

Born and raised in the vibrant community of Tampa, Florida, Martin Hernandez has dedicated his career to advocating for those who have suffered due to the negligence of others. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Martin’s bilingual abilities enable him to bridge communication gaps and extend his reach within the diverse communities of Tampa, providing comprehensive legal services to a broader range of individuals in need.

Martin’s journey into law was inspired by a deep-seated desire to help people. Witnessing the struggles faced by his own community, he saw law as a powerful tool to make a tangible difference. After earning his degrees in Finance and English from the University of South Florida, Martin pursued his Juris Doctor at the prestigious Shepard Broad College of Law at Nova-Southeastern University, where he honed his skills and solidified his commitment to personal injury law.  Afterwards, Martin spent 4 years as a prosecutor with the Office of the State Attorney in Hillsborough County, Florida.

Joining one of Tampa’s most respected personal injury law firms, Martin quickly distinguished himself as a passionate and effective advocate. His approach is deeply personal; he sees his clients not just as cases, but as people with stories and families, deserving of respect and diligent legal representation. Whether navigating complex negotiations with insurance companies or arguing fervently in the courtroom, Martin’s expertise and empathy ensure his clients receive the best possible outcomes. Martin also took the litigation skills learned as a state prosecutor and expanded the focus of the firm from criminal law to include civil litigation, specifically representing auto accident victims. Clearly, Martin’s entire legal career has been fighting for victims.

Martin specializes in a broad range of personal injury cases, including auto accidents, slip and fall incidents, and workplace injuries. His ability to communicate in Spanish has been particularly impactful, allowing him to assist Spanish-speaking clients who might otherwise face barriers in understanding and asserting their legal rights.

Beyond his legal practice, Martin is an active member of the Tampa community. He regularly volunteers his time at local legal clinics, offering pro bono services to those unable to afford legal counsel. He is also a frequent speaker at community centers, where he educates the public on legal rights and safety precautions to help prevent injuries.

Martin and his wife, Heidi, also are active in the community. They sponsor 2 to 3 students each year to attend the University of South Florida through the USF Latino Scholarship Fund. So long as these students maintain a certain GPA, Martin and Heidi pay, in cooperation with the Helios foundation, for these students tuition for 4 years. Martin was introduced to the USF Latino Scholarship fund in 2002 and has been a board member with the USF Latin Advisory Panel since 2003.  Martin is also on the Foundation Board of Trustees with the Boys and Girls Club of Tampa and on the Board for Scouting America and is a member of Knights of Sant’Yago and the Ybor City Rotary Club.

Martin is not just a lawyer; he is a dedicated community leader and a relentless advocate for justice. His professional and personal ethos is guided by a simple principle:

to use his skills and resources to help people navigate their darkest times and secure the justice and compensation they deserve.

With Martin by your side, you have more than just legal support; you have a partner who truly cares.

Martin is perhaps most well-known and respected for the commitment, tenacity, approachability, and resourcefulness that he brings to bear on behalf of his clients. These qualities honed through years of litigation, makes Martin and his firm formidable adversaries who are uniquely adept at determining the value of a particular case.

Martin and members of his staff are fluent in Spanish and are available to answer questions you may have regarding a recent injury or arrest. Call today and make an appointment with a lawyer in the firm.

You will meet the lawyer you hire.