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East Texas’ Legal Heavyweights: Martin-Walker Attorneys Changing The Game

Writer: Donovan BridgeforthDonovan Bridgeforth

EAST TEXAS (TXAN 24) — Tyler-based law firm Martin Walker PC isn’t just making headlines for courtroom victories, its attorneys are also shaping the future of the legal profession through leadership roles in some of the most respected legal organizations in Texas and beyond.


Leading the Way in Legal Advocacy


Each of the firm's three attorneys holds a key leadership position, reinforcing their commitment to justice and mentorship:


Jack Walker, the firm’s co-founder.
Jack Walker, the firm’s co-founder.

• Jack Walker, the firm's co-founder, serves as President of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association (TTLA), advocating for policies that protect access to the civil justice system for Texas families.


Reid Martin, the firm’s co-founder.
Reid Martin, the firm’s co-founder.

• Reid Martin, also a co-founder, represents East Texas on the national board of The American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and is the immediate past president of the East Texas chapter, working to uphold the right to trial by jury.


Marisa Allen, President of the Smith Counyy Bar Association 2025.
Marisa Allen, President of the Smith Counyy Bar Association 2025.

• Marisa Allen, a skilled trial attorney, will take on the role of President of the Smith County Bar Association in 2025, solidifying the firm's dedication to legal excellence at the local level.


Beyond the Courtroom


The impact of Martin Walker PC extends beyond litigation. Their leadership influences legal policy, mentors young attorneys, and strengthens the justice system.


As Jack Walker puts it, “Each lawyer has an obligation to give back to the profession and the community.”

By stepping into these leadership roles, the attorneys at Martin Walker PC are not only advocating for their clients but also shaping the legal landscape for the next generation.


For more on their work, visit Martin Walker PC.


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