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Martin Taylor, PLLC Law Firm

Updated 2026-09-02 · 4,151 reviewed · 225 listed · Scored from 397 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(397) 94 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Martin Taylor, PLLC Law Firm
Location
Gastonia
Services
Wills & Trusts, Estate & Trust Litigation, Special Needs Planning
Reviews
397
Ranking
#49 in Wills & Trusts
Best for
drivers facing traffic citations or misdemeanor charges who value accessible, affordable legal help

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-02). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-09-02.

What recent reviews say

Martin Taylor picks up his own phone and works cases through to resolution in days or weeks, not months. Reviewers consistently describe him as warm, calm, and willing to work on payment terms. He handles speeding tickets and criminal charges efficiently; one reviewer noted he helped resolve an FTA without requiring self-surrender, and another credits him with getting a citation reduced from 70 in a 35 to 9 over. His professionalism and accessibility stand out across 397 five-star reviews.

Staff appear to be Taylor himself. He appears in court personally, returns calls quickly, and sometimes goes beyond standard service (one client mentioned receiving a ride to the bank). Reviewers praise his knowledge of the Gaston County court system and his ability to manage expectations from the first conversation.

Praised for
  • quick response and fast case resolution
  • compassionate and non-judgmental approach
  • clear communication and realistic expectations
  • affordable and flexible fees
  • professional demeanor and calm presence
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Best for: drivers facing traffic citations or misdemeanor charges who value accessible, affordable legal help

Where this business shines

  • personally handles calls and court appearances
  • resolves cases in days to weeks
  • transparent about costs and outcomes upfront
  • works with clients on payment arrangements

Worth knowing

  • Attorney Martin Taylor personally answers calls and appears in court
  • resolves traffic cases within 2-3 weeks of receiving documents
  • helped resolve FTA without requiring client self-surrender
  • reduced speeding charge from 70 in a 35 to 9 over
  • reduced 84 in a 60 to Improper Equipment charge

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.56 average across the 208 wills & trusts businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 99% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Rank
Star rating 98
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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5
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Common questions

How quickly can you resolve a traffic ticket?
Most cases are settled within 2 to 3 weeks of receiving your documents, often before the court date.
Do you appear in court yourself?
Yes, Martin Taylor appears in court personally on your behalf.
Will you work with me if I can't afford the full fee upfront?
Yes, reviewers report that he works with clients on flexible payment arrangements.

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Last updated 2026-09-02