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title: "Katherine Martell, Managing Partner | First Point Law Group"
description: "Katherine Martell is a managing partner of First Point Law Group in Fairfax, VA. A litigator who has appeared before the Supreme Court of Virginia, she guides the firm’s immigration, family, criminal and civil practice."
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Managing Partner

# Katherine Martell

A litigator who has appeared before Virginia’s highest courts and doesn’t give up on her clients.

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Katherine Martell

Managing Partner · First Point Law Group

- (703) 385-6868
- info@firstpointlaw.com
- 10521 Judicial Drive, Suite 300Fairfax, VA 22030
- LinkedIn
- Instagram

## At a Glance

- **Role**: Managing Partner
- **Courts**: Supreme Court of Virginia, Court of Appeals of Virginia, E.D. Va.
- **Education**: J.D., cum laude, American University
- **Community**: Former host, Tu Abogada Latina radio show
- **Office**: Fairfax, Virginia

## Focused Practice

- Immigration Law
- Family Law
- Criminal Defense
- Civil Litigation

## About Katherine

Katherine Martell is a managing partner of First Point Law Group, PC. An experienced litigator, she has appeared before the Supreme Court of Virginia, the Court of Appeals of Virginia, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia and circuit courts throughout Northern Virginia.

She has represented clients in complex criminal, family and employment matters. Her approach starts with a careful evaluation of each case and a clear strategy built around the client’s goals, and she is willing to go the distance to see it through. Her clients know they have a capable, trustworthy lawyer who will make sure they are protected and represented in court.

As managing partner, Katherine guides the firm’s work across immigration, family law, criminal defense and civil litigation, so a client whose matter crosses practice areas is served by one coordinated team.

## Experience & Community

Katherine began her career at DLA Piper, one of the largest law firms in the world, where she worked on corporate and litigation matters and trained alongside some of the country’s most accomplished lawyers.

For many years, Ms. Martell hosted Tu Abogada Latina, a live weekend radio show where she discussed legal issues facing the Latino community. The show, which ended in 2022, helped hundreds of people facing legal issues and taught listeners about their legal rights.

## Recognition

- Washington Metropolitan Area Corporate Counsel Fellow
- Lawyers of Distinction: Criminal Defense
- American Society of Legal Advocates: Top 100 Litigation Lawyers in Virginia
- American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys: 10 Best Attorneys in Virginia
- American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys: Client Satisfaction Award

Recognitions are conferred by the organizations named and are not a guarantee of any result.

## Credentials

### Education

- American University, Washington College of LawJ.D., cum laude2008 · Domestic Violence Legal Clinic
- The George Washington UniversityB.A., International Relations, cum laude

### Bar Admissions

- Virginia: Supreme Court of Virginia
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia
- U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Virginia

### Professional Associations

- Virginia State Bar: Northern Virginia Regional Chair
- Fairfax County Bar Association
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

## Outside the Office

Katherine Martell is married to a Professional Firefighter, and together they live in Northern Virginia with their daughter and goldendoodle. When she isn’t working, Katherine contributes her time to several local charities and enjoys cooking, traveling, and watching football.

### Ready to talk about your case?

Call our Fairfax office or send us a message, and we’ll connect you with the right attorney for your matter.

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Our Team

## More Attorneys at First Point

- ### Lisa Benjamin Lead Attorney Family Law
- ### Khadija N. Khan Attorney Immigration
- ### Jad Sarsour Managing Partner Criminal Defense · Traffic & DUI

## Your family. Your future.Our focus.

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