The Inner Circle recognizes Ms. Jany Martinez Ward's career and the successes of The Ward Law Group from its founding to the present.
The prestigious platform, The Inner Circle, has recently featured Jany Martinez-Ward, recognizing her as a Top Pinnacle Attorney in Personal Injury Law. As the Founder, Managing Partner, and Chief Marketing Officer of the Ward Law Group, PL, Jany Martinez-Ward's journey is a testament to her unwavering commitment to justice, her community, and her mission to make a difference. Let's delve into the highlights of this featured profile and explore the remarkable contributions that have earned her this well-deserved acknowledgment.
Ms. Jany Martinez-Ward's impressive journey began with a scholarship at the University of Florida, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, in Spanish Literature in 2009. Her pursuit of legal excellence led her to Nova Southeastern University Broad College of Law, where she obtained a Juris Doctor in 2011. During her academic journey, Martinez-Ward distinguished herself through prestigious internships and clerkships, setting the stage for a remarkable career.
In 2012, Jany Martinez-Ward, alongside her husband Gregory Ward, embarked on a transformative journey by founding The Ward Law Group, PL. Starting with modest resources—a laptop and a folding table in a cramped office—the couple envisioned creating a personal injury law firm dedicated to serving the Spanish-speaking community. Over the years, their dedication and tireless efforts have propelled the firm into one of Florida's largest and most successful personal injury law firms.
At the core of Jany Martinez-Ward's professional ethos are her core values: service, faith, accountability, leadership, and loyalty. This commitment to community advocacy is not merely a slogan but a lived reality that resonates throughout The Ward Law Group. Beyond legal expertise, the firm is known for its comprehensive approach, providing unwavering support to clients during their legal journey.
By taking a comprehensive approach to handling personal injury cases, the firm has recovered nearly $500 million for clients and secured 22 settlements exceeding $1 million, including motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall incidents, and complex injuries. Since its founding, the company has grown by 40–50% annually.
Some of the honors that Ms. Jany Martinez Ward has received include the Top 10 Personal Injury Settlements Award from topverdict.com for 2021, being named in the 40 Under 40 category by The National Trial Lawyers in 2018 and 2019, and being recognized by the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys in 2018 as one of the 10 Best Attorneys in Florida. Her most recent accolade is that she was named one of the "40 Under 40" in 2023 by the South Florida Business Journal.
She actively participates in charitable work with her spouse, giving meals, backpacks, and support to underserved communities. Her long-term objectives include growing operations to Texas, New York, and New Jersey, serving 800 clients monthly, and surpassing the $50 million annual revenue mark. She also hopes to support those fighting for basic human rights and advocate for displaced people worldwide.
The Inner Circle's featured profile of Jany Martinez-Ward honors her extraordinary contributions to personal injury law and her commitment to improving the lives of the people she assists. Her accomplishments in law are evident, but so is her dedication to justice, community, and the goal of a brighter future for everybody.