Charles S. Martin

Charlie has been practicing law in Vermont for over 30 years. He has successfully advocated for the rights of central Vermonters in all types of civil and criminal litigation. Charlie now oversees part of the Defender General’s program, and concentrates his practice on private civil matters, including real estate, family law, employment issues, and private criminal defense.

Charlie is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Vermont, the United States Tax Court, the U.S. District Court for the District of Vermont, the Second Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court.

As an appellate advocate, Charlie has argued over 130 cases before the Vermont Supreme Court.  He has won several cases of significant importance.  Please click on the links below for the opinions of these cases:

State v. Crepeault
State v. Bean
In re J.T. & C.T.
In re A.W.
Campbell v. Manchester Board of School Directors

Charlie and June are world travelers that have visited many countries over the years. This past year included a trip to India, Italy, Germany, and most recently, a camping trip to the eastern Canadian provinces.

Charlie is a member of the 18th Vermont Regiment, volunteers for Civil War preservation and education. Charlie encourages you to visit the website of the 18th Vermont Regiment for more information.