R. Emmett Madden, Esq. is an experienced personal injury and criminal defense attorney. Whether defending those accused of crimes or representing injured individuals, he fights for every client as if they are his only client.
For criminal defendants he has won numerous not-guilty verdicts throughout the Delaware Valley. For injured clients, he has obtained maximum recoveries for victims of nursing home negligence, car accidents, medical malpractice, and other injuries.
Mr. Madden is also proud of his work on behalf of the poor and disenfranchised, and has been fighting for social justice for over ten years. He volunteers at Ayuda Christian Legal Clinic in North Philadelphia, serves as a part-time Public Defender in Montgomery County, and chairs the Public Safety Committee in the Borough of Jenkintown, where he has been a Councilman for over six years.
He founded his own firm in 2007, with the idea that an attorney is also a counselor who must guide his clients through difficult times. This philosophy has proved successful, showing that a strong, winning advocate can also be a trusted friend and counselor.
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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PA | Active | 2001 | 07/01/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2018 |
Super Lawyer | Super Lawyers | 2017 |
Top 10 Under 40 | National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2016 |
10 Best 2016 | American Institute of Criminal Attorneys | 2016 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | The National Trial Lawyers | 2015 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | The National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2011 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2010 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner and Founder | Law Offices of R. Emmett Madden | 2007 - Present |
Senior Litigation Associate - Civil & Criminal Litigation | Kane and Silverman, PC | 2006 - 2007 |
Chairperson - Civil Litigation Department | Nicholas A. Clemente, PC | 2005 - 2006 |
Defense Attorney - Insurance Defense -Medical Malpractice | Kevin H. Wright & Associates | 2004 - 2005 |
Assistant Public Defender-Major Trial Division | Defender Association Of Philadelphia | 2000 - 2004 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency | Criminal Justice Advisory Committee | 2016 - Present |
American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys | Member | 2016 - Present |
Guys Bicycling Club-Board of Directors | Bicyclist | 2014 - Present |
Philly Ex-Defenders | Board of Directors | 2013 - Present |
Wheels of Justice | Volunteer/Bicyclist | 2012 - Present |
Montgomery County Democratic Committee | Member | 2008 - Present |
Christian Legal Clinics of Philadelphia | Volunteer Attorney | 2008 - Present |
Montgomery Bar Association | Member | 2007 - Present |
Pennsylvania Bar Association | Member | 2000 - Present |
Pennsylvania Association For Justice | Member | 2000 - Present |
Jenkintown Youth Activities | Volunteer | 1998 - Present |
Borough of Jenkintown | Councilman | 2004 - 2010 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Widener University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2000 |
Temple University | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1992 |
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April 26, 2016
Daniel Kron, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 19, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Simply said, Robert is an outstanding criminal attorney. Highly recommended!
Margeaux Cigainero, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 3, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Emmett Madden is a very talented attorney that I was lucky enough to work with early in my career. I learned a lot by watching him in court as well as preparing the case outside of court. If you are looking for a hardworking attorney that will fight for you, Emmett Madden is that attorney.
Gerald Clark, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 1, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Emmett Madden is an excellent attorney. Gets real good results in an efficient manner. Has a great reputation in the community. Very approachable and likable while being a zealous advocate.
Andrew Montroy, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 28, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Emmett has handled numerous personal injury matters that I have referred to him and those clients have been greatly satisfied with that representation and the results he achieved.
Michael Barbiero, General practice Attorney on Apr 19, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I don't hesitate to refer matters to Mr. Madden, he is a tireless and fierce advocate for his clients.
Daniel Rosenberg, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 18, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Madden is a seasoned and experienced criminal defense and Personal Injury attorney. I have confidence in referring criminal and Personal Injury matters to Mr. Madden. I endorse this lawyer.
Nicolas Rotsides, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
It is without hesitation that I endorse Mr. Madden. He is an experienced and effective practitioner of both Criminal law and Personal Injury.
Daniel McGarrigle, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Madden is a lawyer that I never hesitate to refer client's to. He is attentive to the clients' needs and always aggressive is pursuing justice for them.