
Colin George Martin, ADR Attorney in Houston, Texas
Over 27 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Contracts
PartneratReed Smith LLP
Houston, TX
Practicing adr in Houston since 1999.
- 27+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Colin George Martin is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Contracts. Colin has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Reed Smith LLP.
- Based in
- Houston, TX
- Experience
- over 27 years
- Known for
- ADR · Business · Contracts
- Handles ADR, Business, and Contracts matters from Houston, TX.
- Over 27 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Colin George Martin: Colin George Martin is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Contracts. Colin has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Reed Smith LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Colin George Martin
Colin concentrates on adr, business, contracts, litigation, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Colin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Business
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Contracts
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Litigation
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M&A
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Personal Injury
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Real Estate
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ADR cases in Houston, Texas
Colin takes adr matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Colin agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Houston, Texas
Colin takes business matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Colin agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases in Houston, Texas
Colin takes contracts matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Colin agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Houston, Texas
Colin takes litigation matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Colin agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Houston, Texas
Colin takes m&a matters in Houston, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Colin agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Colin George Martin — Over 27 years of Texas adr experience
Colin George Martin is a partner based in Houston, TX. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Contracts. Colin has over 27 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Reed Smith LLP.
Mr. Colin George Martin is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, arbitration, mediation and 7 other areas of law. Colin George received a B.A. degree from University of Central Oklahoma in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years. Colin George practices at Reed Smith LLP in Houston, TX.
Working with Colin on a adr matter
Mr. Colin George Martin is a lawyer practicing complex litigation, arbitration, mediation and 7 other areas of law. Colin George received a B.A. degree from University of Central Oklahoma in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years. Colin George practices at Reed Smith LLP in Houston, TX.
Clients Colin works with
Colin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and contracts matters in Houston and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Colin George Martin's legal education and bar admissions
University of Oklahoma
J.D. · 1999
University of Central Oklahoma
B.A. · 1995
Jurisdictions
Colin's state bar admissions
Oklahoma Texas South
2001 · ACTIVE
Texas Texas Eastern
1999 · ACTIVE
Colin studied at J.D. in University of Oklahoma and B.A. in University of Central Oklahoma.
Law school and academic background
Colin completed J.D. in University of Oklahoma and B.A. in University of Central Oklahoma. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Colin runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Colin's professional memberships and bar associations
Dallas, Oklahoma and American Bar Associations State Bar of Texas
membership
Locations
Colin George Martin's office in Houston
Colin's primary office is at 1221 McKinney Street, Suite 2100, Houston, TX, 77010. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Colin George Martin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Colin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Colin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Colin's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Colin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Houston, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Colin
Colin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Colin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Colin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Colin George Martin
How much does it cost to hire Colin for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Colin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Colin offer a free consultation?
Colin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Colin's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Colin's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Texas typically take?
Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Colin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Colin take my case if I'm outside Houston?
Colin is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Colin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Colin?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Colin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Colin accepting new adr clients right now?
Colin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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