Johanna D. Martinez

Johanna Martinez believes that mindful lawyering has the power to strengthen families, communities, and the world we live in.

She strives to provide her clients with peace of mind as they plan for the future, and approaches every matter with thoughtfulness, clarity, and care.

Practice Areas

As an associate attorney, Johanna focuses her practice on estate planning, probate, estate and trust administration, and real estate law. Her real estate work includes real estate transactions, homeowner associations, cooperative transactions, real estate agreements, FSBOs, and deeds.

Background

Johanna has built a diverse career across nonprofits, private law firms, and government, serving as an attorney, paralegal, and legal assistant before joining Cap City Law. She worked as a staff attorney for the Washington State Department of Health (2020–2025) and at a Seattle-based nonprofit (2018–2020). She also served as a law clerk extern at the Washington State Attorney General’s Office and as an intern at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing, experiences that deepened her commitment to public service and broadened her international perspective. In addition, Johanna is a licensed real estate broker, adding valuable insight to her estate planning and real estate practice.

Education

Johanna earned her J.D. from Northeastern University School of Law (2017) and a Master of Public Health from Tufts University School of Medicine (2018). She also holds a B.A. in International Studies from the University of Washington (2010), a Certificate in Paralegal Studies from Edmonds Community College (2011), a Chinese Language Certificate from Tsinghua University (2009), and an Associate of Arts from Shoreline Community College (2008). She is licensed to practice law in Washington State.

Community Involvement

Johanna is an active member of the Thurston County Bar Association and Filipino Lawyers of Washington, and she looks forward to further involvement in estate planning, real estate, and elder law organizations. She has also volunteered with local nonprofits, assisting individuals with citizenship and immigration matters.

Fun facts:

Johanna speaks three languages (English, Filipino, and conversational Chinese). Outside of her legal practice, Johanna is a devoted wife and mother of two young daughters (and two dogs). She loves traveling and learning about different cultures. She also values health and wellness, nurturing well-being through gardening, mindfulness, yoga, and meditation.