Martin H. Bayer

Attorney and Counselor at Law

Bio

Prior to his admission to the California Bar in 2023, Mr. Bayer built a successful two-decade career in the technology sector, leading complex, enterprise-level initiatives for global organizations like General Electric and AON Risk Management, alongside high-growth, pre-IPO startups. Leveraging his expertise as a programmer analyst, full stack developer, and software implementation consultant, he specialized in integrating complex enterprise software solutions.

“During my time in technology I was exposed to several law-related areas such as contracts negotiation, mergers and acquisitions, real estate transactions, and litigation. I think this is when I really fell in love with the law.”

A proven entrepreneur and a former top-producing California Real Estate Broker, Mr. Bayer’s background as an avid real estate investor provided him with crucial, firsthand knowledge in sound estate planning, asset protection strategies, and entity structure and formation. After passing the bar, Mr. Bayer joined the Dayton Law Firm, recognizing its focus on specialized practice and direct client relationships. He values the environment where he immediately takes on significant responsibility and aligns with the firm’s deep commitment to exceptional customer service, a principle rooted in his fundamental belief in always adding value to any role and prioritizing outstanding client care.

Mr. Bayer currently centers his practice on probate administration while aggressively developing his expertise in trust administration and comprehensive estate planning at the Dayton Law Firm.

Areas Of Practice

Probate Administration

Certified Legal Specialties

Bar Admissions

California Bar Association

U.S. District Court Northern District of California

Education

Northwestern California University, School of Law, Juris Doctor – 2012

San Francisco State University, BS Computer Information Systems – 1994

Published Works

Classes/Seminars

Professional Associations and Memberships

Silicon Valley Bar Association

Alameda County Bar Association

California Lawyers Association – Trusts and Estates section

Past Employment Positions

Languages

English