I hired Martinkus in 2024 for 2 OP. He did just as he spoke to me about. I was very happy with the services and I would hire him again.
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Erwin, Martinkus, & Cole, LTD.
Champaign Personal Injury Lawyer — 32 Client Reviews Analyzed
3.0(32 reviews)Erwin, Martinkus, & Cole, LTD. is a Personal Injury law firm in Champaign, IL, located at 411 W University Ave and reachable at +1217-351-4040. Clients have rated the firm 3.0 out of 5 across 32 public Google reviews, 20 of which include written feedback. The most recent written review is from Marcia Sanchez on Mar 1, 2026 (104 days ago).
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Erwin, Martinkus, & Cole, LTD. is a personal injury law firm serving clients in Champaign, Illinois, located at 411 W University Ave 61820.
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32 public reviews and 20 written reviews.
Most recent written review from Marcia Sanchez: Mar 1, 2026 (104 days ago)
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Most recent written review from Marcia Sanchez: Mar 1, 2026 (104 days ago)
Mentioned in 8 reviews, with an average 2.5-star rating when clients talk about this theme.
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8 reviews touch this theme, including 5 clearly negative mentions and 0 mixed mentions.
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I hired Martinkus in 2024 for 2 OP. He did just as he spoke to me about. I was very happy with the services and I would hire him again.
Paul Cole, always a PROFESSIONAL, wisdom of experienced success!
I'd give zero stars for Mike McCormick and his so-called assistant, Dawn. Absolutely worthless. Over a YEAR later and I STILL don't have a last will and testament. A YEAR. And now they have just ghosted me. Worthless. 1/16/26 update - Finally, finally heard back from the assistant, Dawn. She now tells me that the "new" version of my will needs to be not only notarized but also signed by 3 witnesses and this needs to be done on a weekday before 4pm. I'm an RN and can't get off work before 5pm. So I asked for my original will to be sent back to me. It is the only copy I had. She's holding it hostage now. Who are these people?!
411 W University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
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Most recent written review from Marcia Sanchez: May 8, 2026 (36 days ago)
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Marcia Sanchez
Personal Injury
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I hired Martinkus in 2024 for 2 OP. He did just as he spoke to me about. I was very happy with the services and I would hire him again.
Betty Gauze
Personal Injury
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Paul Cole, always a PROFESSIONAL, wisdom of experienced success!
Deborah E, BSN, RN
Personal Injury
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I'd give zero stars for Mike McCormick and his so-called assistant, Dawn. Absolutely worthless. Over a YEAR later and I STILL don't have a last will and testament. A YEAR. And now they have just ghosted me. Worthless. 1/16/26 update - Finally, finally heard back from the assistant, Dawn. She now tells me that the "new" version of my will needs to be not only notarized but also signed by 3 witnesses and this needs to be done on a weekday before 4pm. I'm an RN and can't get off work before 5pm. So I asked for my original will to be sent back to me. It is the only copy I had. She's holding it hostage now. Who are these people?!
Kenji Avila
Personal Injury
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Mr. Mike McCormick was very helpful and flexible when it came to the closing of a property. However, as soon as closing was complete and he received his check, he ghosted me and will no longer respond to calls, texts, or emails. If you were promised any type of document or guidance, I suggest you obtain it prior to payment when it comes to real estate purchases. If you encounter any new issues after closing, he will not address those concerns either.
Antoine De Los Santos
Personal Injury
Unknown
Negative Stars for this firm. Martinkus? Their services are as butchered as Ann’s last name. I’ll leave this here for the moment. Details coming soon. Update 3/25: Wow.. I’m surprised this firm is still practicing. Anne Martinkus is a sorry excuse for a guardian ad litem. I presented a comprehensive binder filled with evidence demonstrating that my children were being alienated from me by the other parent, yet she dismissed every single page. Upon our first meeting, she didn't even have the professionalism to introduce herself. It felt as though she had already taken a side simply because I am the father. Additionally, she advised against confiscating my children’s cell phone—which I own and pay for—despite its irresponsible use. Well done, Martinkus, well done👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. Guess what? My case was ruled in my favor with the other parent alienating my children from me with no help from Martinky.
Paige Pokorny
Personal Injury
Unknown
Another unhappy "client" here. I was in an accident at the end of January and spoke with Martinkus. He seemed to care about my case and assured me that he would help me. Fast forward to SEPTEMBER and I still have no information. I have never had any kind of legal dealings, so I was unsure what to expect with time frames. I have had to email or call multiple times for anyone to even get back to me. Should have been a quick case...I was hit by a drunk driver with insurance. This has just been an absolute nightmare. I wish I would have spoken to another law firm, but I feel it is too late at this point. 😞
Melba Rife
Personal Injury
Unknown
Excellent lawyer s Mike McCormick is really good
Katrina Roberts
Personal Injury
Unknown
Simple case they never called back even to tell us they did not want to take case. It was over a month. Very poor service. I would not trust this firm at all.
Finstad Grossman
Personal Injury
Unknown
We sent a check for over $20000 to to the office of Attorney James Martinkus. After the check was cashed we were told that they could not provide the services that we had requested. I will be contacting the ARDC. I wish I had read the other Google reviews before I dealt with their office.
Howard Z
Personal Injury
Unknown
Did not respond to my request and did not confirm anything.
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