Kelly Dawn Martinez
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Kelly Dawn Martinez is a distinguished attorney based in Minneapolis, MN, specializing in personal injury law. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Texas at El Paso and a Juris Doctor from William Mitchell College of Law. Prior to her legal career, Kelly excelled as a Registered Nurse in several Level I Trauma Centers, where she honed her skills in Emergency and Critical Care nursing. Her extensive medical background is complemented by numerous certifications, including TNS, BTLS, TNCC, ECRN, ACLS, and PALS. Balancing the demands of law school with family responsibilities and a lengthy commute, Kelly demonstrated her commitment to service through community involvement. As a volunteer for the Streetlaw Program at Edison High School, she empowered urban youth to navigate the judicial system with confidence. Additionally, her participation in the "Exploring Justice" program allowed her to engage with young men facing life sentences, promoting restorative justice principles. As Vice President of Law Students for Legal Disaster Relief, she played a vital role in post-Hurricane Katrina recovery efforts, assisting in the restoration of New Orleans' legal infrastructure. Since entering the legal field in 2009, Kelly has leveraged her trauma-informed perspective to advocate for clients facing a spectrum of criminal charges, including murder, criminal sexual conduct, assault, and DUI/DWI offenses. Her tenure with the Freeborn County Attorney’s Office was marked by her key contributions to the successful prosecution of nursing home abuse cases and various high-stakes criminal matters. As both an Assistant Public Defender and a private attorney, Kelly has earned a reputation as a trusted resource among her peers, frequently consulted on complex civil and criminal injury cases. Kelly is dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation and is eager to discuss your case, ensuring that all inquiries are met with the professionalism and care that her clients deserve.
About Criminal Defense Law
Criminal defense attorneys represent individuals accused of crimes, protecting their constitutional rights throughout the legal process. They work to achieve the best possible outcome through negotiation or trial. Common matters include dui/dwi, drug charges, assault, theft.