Andrew I. Martinez

Andrew I. Martinez

4.4
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Baraboo, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

144 4th Ave # 2, Baraboo, WI

About Andrew

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 18 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2007

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 18 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2007

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Andrew I. Martinez

144 4th Ave # 2, Baraboo, WI, 53913-2179

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Andrew I. Martinez's Reviews

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4.4 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by anonymous | December 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly Skilled, Honest, and Dedicated Representation

This review is long overdue, but I hope it helps anyone in need of an honest, knowledgeable, and down‑to‑earth attorney. I hired Andrew to represent a relative who was facing 1st Degree Intentional Homicide charges. I was initially worried, as I didn’t know him or fully understand how the legal syste...m worked, but he quickly calmed my fears and immediately demonstrated how skilled and intelligent he truly is. Right away, he brought in private investigators with over 30 years of experience, began digging through a massive amount of discovery, had someone interviewing witnesses, and keeping me informed the entire time. It was clear he knew exactly what he was doing and understood the urgency of the situation. I was incredibly impressed with how he handled every aspect of the case— he is truly one of the top‑notch attorneys in Wisconsin. Even when his client did not adhere to his clear and strict advice and ended up in additional trouble while on bond, Andrew was still able to significantly reduce the fallout from those incidents. In the end, thanks to his thorough work and findings, the 1st Degree Intentional Homicide charge was completely dropped. I feel very fortunate that Andrew was referred to me, especially after hearing so many horror stories about other attorneys. It’s extremely difficult to find someone who is both honest and exceptional at what they do, but if you are facing a serious charge, Andrew is absolutely someone you should consider.

Posted by Michael | May 14, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Attorney of the year

Criminal Defense Attorney Andrew l. Martinez is one of the brightest and mostboutstanding lawyers to date. He provides the attention and respect along with a keen attention to detail that is so necessary when fighting for ones life no matter the severity. Simply put, regardless of ones circumstances ...you are in good hands when in his. Mr . Martinez puts to good use all resources and gets the job done in no time at all providing details along the way in the form of case updates and reassurance via phonecall and/visits no matter how minute he never leaves his clients in the dark. I went from a man facing upwards of 70 years falsely accused to a free man with all charges dismissed in a reasonable amount of time. Thank you Andy on behalf of my family and I, thank you. Should one be in search of an attorney look no further. Mr. Martinez is your man.

Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Andy Martinez got the truth shown and SAVED my future.

Andy was introduced my case half way through. I had previous attorneys who got me worried about my trial. My charge was 1st degree intentional homicide. Andy had no problem letting me hire him all through my case was in progress. He reviewed my 4000 plus pages of paperwork. The police made several c...ontradiction statement. I basically was in jail for wrong information plus being innocent. Andy believed me as he started to put pieces of the puzzle together. I know for a fact he researched this thoroughly. I was in jail and had multiple visits with him. This was way before trial and he was fully prepared at that time. I had a two week trial and the assistant attorney general was prosecuting me. Andy got my witness all in order and put enormous amount of work to get me acquitted. I was found not guilty and got released from jail right then. If Andy didn't show the truth I was facing life in prison. He knows juries and he knows the law.. I hired the right man. I was found not guilty.

Posted by Chenelle | March 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Don't help with nothing

Doesnt answer or return phone calls. It's been five months since I got a call from Andrew Martinez. He hasn't done anything on my case. I called the DA and they said he hasn't done anything to help me out.

Posted by anonymous | December 09, 2013 | Expungement

Excellent attorney

Mr Martinez is very professional. He was able to get my sons case expunged. When I contacted other attorneys in this area they basically said the best they could do was a fine and probation and it would still be on his record. Mr Martinez was able to get it off my sons record. He would answer all ou...r calls and emails. He had a fair fee agreement and never charged more even when it took longer. He treated my son like he would treat his own family member. Strongly recommend him!

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Andrew I. Martinez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Taylor Hart

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Co-worker

"It is a privilege to get to work with Andrew. He is a fantastic attorney and certainly one of the most knowledgable and accomplished defense attorneys in the State of Wisconsin for defending against sexual assault allegations."

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Christopher Zachar

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Andy is a skilled and zealous litigator with an impressive track record of acquittals, dismissals and favorable resolutions for his clients. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him in the most serious of cases."

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J. Steven House

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Martinez is a hard working and effective defense attorney who I trust when I've got questions regarding cases in Sauk County."

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Taylor Hart

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Martin Hanson Memorial Prize, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2014

Martin Hanson Memorial Prize, Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Partner, Martinez & Ruby, LLP

Associations

2010 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

2020 Fond du Lac County

Motion to dismiss granted on multiple charges of child enticement and 1st degree sexual assault charge, some of which carry mandatory minimum sentencing of 25 years

2020 Fond du Lac County

Motion to dismiss granted on 1st degree sexual assault charge

2019 Columbia County

Jury found client not guilty of 1st degree intentional homicide

2018 Sauk County

Motion to dismiss granted on 1st degree sexual assault charge

2017 Columbia County

Motion to dismiss granted on charges of repeated sexual assault of a child, incest with a child, causing child to view sexual activity, and causing mental harm to a child

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Education

2007

University of Wisconsin Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2004

University of Arizona

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Annual Ethics Seminar for Criminal Defense Lawyers

Looking Back to Learn and Go Forward: Ethics in the Age of a Pandemic

2020

2020 Wisconsin State Public Defender's Virtual Conference

Marsy's Law- What do we do now?

2019

2019 Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Annual Conference

Sad But True: Confirmation Bias, Metallica, and Murder

2017

2017 Wisconsin State Public Defender’s Annual Criminal Defense Conference

2017 Wisconsin State Public Defender’s Annual Criminal Defense Conference

Languages

English

Spanish

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