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Richard D. Martinson, Employment Attorney in Morristown, New Jersey

Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Energy

Morristown, NJ

Practicing employment in Morristown since 1982.

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Richard D. Martinson is an attorney based in Morristown, NJ. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Energy. Richard has over 44 years of legal experience.

Based in
Morristown, NJ
Experience
over 44 years
Known for
Employment · Employment Contracts · Energy
  • Handles Employment, Employment Contracts, and Energy matters from Morristown, NJ.
  • Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Richard D. Martinson: Richard D. Martinson is an attorney based in Morristown, NJ. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Energy. Richard has over 44 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Richard's practice areas in Morristown

Richard concentrates on employment, employment contracts, energy, international tax, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Morristown, New Jersey

Richard takes employment matters in Morristown, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.

Employment Contracts cases in Morristown, New Jersey

Richard takes employment contracts matters in Morristown, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.

Energy cases in Morristown, New Jersey

Richard takes energy matters in Morristown, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.

International Tax cases in Morristown, New Jersey

Richard takes international tax matters in Morristown, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in Morristown, New Jersey

Richard takes m&a matters in Morristown, New Jersey. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Richard agrees to represent you.

Biography

Richard D. Martinson, employment attorney serving Morristown

Richard D. Martinson is an attorney based in Morristown, NJ. The practice focuses on Employment, Employment Contracts, and Energy. Richard has over 44 years of legal experience. Richard works from Morristown, New Jersey and takes on employment matters across the region.

Richard D. Martinson is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate taxation, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures and 4 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Rutgers College in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years. Richard practices in Morristown, NJ.

Working with Richard on a employment matter

Richard D. Martinson is a lawyer practicing taxation, corporate taxation, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures and 4 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from Rutgers College in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years. Richard practices in Morristown, NJ.

Clients Richard works with

Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, employment contracts, and energy matters in Morristown and the surrounding New Jersey area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Richard studied and practices

  • New York University School of Law

    LL.M. Rutgers · 1986

  • Rutgers College

    B.A. · 1978

Jurisdictions

Richard's state bar admissions

  • Pennsylvania

    2002 · ACTIVE

  • New York

    1983 · ACTIVE

  • New Jersey

    1982 · ACTIVE

  • U.S. District Court,

    1982 · ACTIVE

Richard studied at LL.M. Rutgers in New York University School of Law and B.A. in Rutgers College.

Law school and academic background

Richard completed LL.M. Rutgers in New York University School of Law and B.A. in Rutgers College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in New Jersey is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Richard's professional memberships and bar associations

  • New Jersey State (Tax Section), New York State (Tax Section) and American (Tax Section) Bar Associations

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Locations

Richard D. Martinson's office in Morristown

Richard's primary office is at Riker Danzig Scherer Et Al, Morristown, NJ, 079621981. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Riker Danzig Scherer Et Al

Morristown, NJ 079621981

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Hiring guide

How to hire Richard D. Martinson — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Richard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard'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; Richard will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Morristown, New Jersey

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Richard

Richard discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Richard's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Richard D. Martinson

  • How much does it cost to hire Richard for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Richard offer a free consultation?

    Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Richard's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in New Jersey typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Richard take my case if I'm outside Morristown?

    Richard is licensed in New Jersey. Matters governed by New Jersey law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Richard 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 Richard?

    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. Richard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Richard accepting new employment clients right now?

    Richard'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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