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Walter Clark Martin IV ("Clark") was born and raised in Houston, Texas. Since middle school, Clark had always wanted to be an attorney.  Clark began pursuing his goal by attending Texas State University, where he received his B.A. in Public Administration. While at Texas State, Clark was a member of Phi Eta Signa National Honor Society and an Associated Student Government Senator. Clark was also a member of the Sigma Nu Fraternity, Student Foundation, and was the Vice Chair of Federal Communications for the Legislative Relations Agency.. Upon earning his B.A., Clark continued his education at Texas State and received his Master's Degree in Legal Studies, during which time he worked as a Graduate Assistant in the Legal Studies department. Clark subsequently attended the South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas, where he earned his Doctorate of Jurisprudence (law degree) and became a certified mediator.. While pursuing his studies, Clark gained experience in several industries. During his summer and winter breaks, Clark worked off-shore on pipe-lay vessels and overseas as a weld inspector. When he wasn't working offshore, Clark found himself working for the Honorable William Royal Ferguson (Federal Judge for the Western District of Texas), Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (United States Senator for the State of Texas), Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott, the Honorable Frank G. Evans, and Dr. Walter A. Wright.. Clark began his legal career serving as general counsel to Austin Social Planner (where he continues to serve as general counsel) and working for a large insurance defense firm in Houston, Texas. While working for an insurance defense firm, Clark realized that he would rather represent "the people" instead of faceless corporations. Realizing this, Clark decided to stop defending large corporations and began representing individuals through The Martin Law Firm.

I have proudly represented the hard-working men and women of our great nation for over 20 years.  I have handled offshore injury cases, Jones Act cases and FELA railroad injury cases for all of these years.  If you contact our firm, you will speak with an experienced personal injury lawyer.  You can email us or visit our website for more information.  Even if we cannot assist you with your case, we never like to leave callers without a referral for another attorney who can help.  Our firm has existed for over 45 years and we pride ourselves on serving our clients with kindness and getting them the best results possible. In some cases, our results have been significant enough to make history.

Arthur Schechter has practiced law since 1964, and he’s helped thousands of clients to successfully resolve their cases and begin new lives. He’s served clients from local seaman’s unions, the National Maritime Union, the Indian Seaman’s Union, the Pakistani Seaman’s Union, and individual seaman throughout the world. Over the years his dedication to his clients and successes on their behalf have set him apart. Some have even named children, boats, and businesses after him!. He is a founding partner of Schechter, McElwee, Shaffer & Harris. He has served as Senior Counsel and litigator for personal injury cases; U.S. Ambassador to the Commonwealth of the Bahamas; Board Chairman of METRO; and Partner in a major national litigation firm – all with distinction.. Mr. Schechter is a highly respected trial lawyer who has received numerous awards for his work, including the highest civilian award given by the United States Coast Guard and recognition as a Texas Super Lawyer by Texas Monthly Magazine. He has also been recognized as one of the Top Lawyers for the People by H Texas magazine.

After more than two decades of practicing Maritime Law, I am still keen on the details that can make all the difference in the quality of life of my clients.. I have handled many Jones Act, General Maritime Law and seaman’s wage claim cases to very successful conclusions in addition to general personal injury cases.

Experienced Maritime attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.

Experienced Maritime attorney serving clients in Houston and surrounding areas.