Martin S. Azarian

Martin S. Azarian

also known as Martin S. Azarian, Martin S. Azarian Criminal Defense, P.A.

4.8
Rating: 6.8

Licensed for 37 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Eden Prairie, MN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Expungement ... +2 more

12100 Singletree Ln # 187, Eden Prairie, MN

About Martin

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 45%

Criminal practice includes representing clients charged with Misdemeanor Shoplifting, Gross Misdemeanor Shoplifting, Felony Shoplifting,Thefts, Expungements, Felony Drug Possesion, DWI/DUI, Over .20, Test Refusal, Domestic Assault, Fraud, Check Fraud, Credit Card Fraud and Welfare Fraud. With regard to DWI/DUI, in most cases I can have your driving privileges immediately reinstated. In most cases, theft charges are reduced or dismissed!

38 years | 5,000 cases

45%
DUI and DWI 25%

Representing DWI/DUI practice includes filing all motions necessary to obtain best results for client. Aggressive representation includes in most cases, immediate reinstatement of driving privileges and forfeiture of car. I challenge the loss of driving privileges so you are able to drive! Motion practice includes immediate reinstatement of driving privileges, challenging the stop, arrest of driver and the testing method.

38 years | 3,500 cases

25%
Expungement 15%

I aggressively represent clients to expunge or seal their court and criminal records. Minnesota law allows persons in certain situations to seal their records.

38 years | 500 cases

15%
White Collar Crime 10%

I have represented hundreds of clients charged with employee theft, theft by swindle and white collar crime. If you are being investigated or charged with a white collar crime call me immediately.

38 years

10%
Violent Crime 5%

I aggressively represent clients charged with violent crime such as all assaults, obstruction of legal process, and domestic assault. In most cases, such charges are either dismissed or reduced.

38 years | 500 cases

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Minnesota for 31 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1994

Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Licensed in New York for 37 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1989

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in Rhode Island for 36 years

State: Rhode Island

Acquired: 1989

Not Authorized to Practice - Removed from the Master Roll

No misconduct found

Location

Martin Azarian Criminal Defense, P.A.

12100 Singletree Ln # 187, Eden Prairie, MN, 55344

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Martin S. Azarian's Reviews

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20 Client Reviews

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Posted by Selene | September 14, 2014 | Criminal Defense

My Case Was Dismissed!

I was charged with Domestic Assault. Since I am a professional I needed to avoid a criminal conviction. A friend who had hired Martin in the past recommended that I speak with him. I met him on a Saturday. He was very helpful and honest with me. I hired him and he immediately started work on my case.... We went to court four times, each time he was prepared. Finally, the prosecutor agreed with Martin and dismissed my case. I was so relieved. Martin Azarian is a very good lawyer and cared about my case. He was always prepared and took my calls, even late at night. Anyone with a criminal case should hire Martin Azarian.

Posted by Rachel | September 11, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Hardworking and Aggressive Lawyer

I recommend Mr. Azarian to anyone who needs an excellent criminal defense lawyer. Mr. Azarian always responded to my calls and emails. He knows the law and helped me get through a difficult time in my life. I was charged with a DWI and was looking a jail time. Martin went to court nearly ten times an...d was able to have the most serious charge dismissed. He kept me out of jail so I could be with my family and kept my job. I owe it all to Martin and his hard work and dedication. If you need an honest, hardworking and knowledgeable lawyer, Martin Azarian is the lawyer for you.

Posted by Mallory | September 02, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Knowledgeable and Trustworthy. A Great Lawyer who Does What He Says!

I hired Martin Azarian last year. I was charged with shoplifting and needed to keep this off my record. Martin Azarian went to court for me and was able to convince the prosecutor to keep this off my record. Once the case was dismissed, I hired Martin Azarian again to prepare an expungement motion. ...I met with Martin at his office and we discussed the law and my rights. He answered all my questions and by the end of the month had prepared the motion. We went to court and I was so pleased with Martin. He knew the law and convinced the judge that my case should be sealed. Now my record is clean and I have a job thanks to Martin. I am very pleased with Martin Azarian. He is an excellent lawyer.

Posted by Steven | August 26, 2014 | Criminal Defense

Fantastic Attorney!

I was charged with theft a few years ago. I went to court alone and not knowing what to do I pled guilty and paid a fine. After graduating from graduate school I tried to get a job but kept getting turned down until I learned that the theft charge was keeping me from finding employment. I spoke with ...Martin and agreed to hire him to expunge my record. I was very impressed. Martin Azarian took the time to order the court records and police reports. He then prepared the expungement petition. We went to court and we won! Martin Azarian was able to seal my record.

Posted by leenieloehrs | May 22, 2014 | Expungement

No results attorney

Looking for an experienced attorney for expungments, which this attorney was supposed to be the best! Attorney called me daily for the total payment. I did not hear from the attorney at all for a month and I called to find out what the issue was. He was visiting family in NY, but would get back to... me. After such another month passed by, he stated "he just received papers from my trial. Non stop discussions to eat up the money came next, hours of the same discussions, nothing changing or developing. I decided I had wasted thousands of dollars, after receiving full payment, he stated that the State of MN was not granting expungments, which I found out later from other attorneys was not true. He padded his expenses and did not want to give me any money back., I received little to nothing from this attorney. I don't feel he should be able to practice. I am pursuing this further.

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Martin S. Azarian's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Herman

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Martin Azarian for many years. In that time, he has proven himself to be a very hardworking and effective attorney for his clients."

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Joel Heiligman

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Martin Azarian. Martin is very committed to his clients and he goes above and beyond to make sure his clients are satisfied with his representation. He is well respected in the legal community for over 20 years. He is honest and works very hard for his clients. Prosecutors and Judges know him to be hardworking and committed."

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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (Good)

Honors

2017

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

Work Experience

1995 - Present

President, Martin S. Azarian Criminal Defense, P.A.

1988 - 1993

Senior Trial Attorney, Legal Aid Society-Criminal Defense of New York

Associations

1994 - Present

Hennepin County Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

Minnesota State Bar Association

Member

1988 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Wins Over 90 Percent of Expungement Motions.

State v. Bachman

Client pled guilty to First Degree DWI, served only four months at the workhouse.

State v. Hope

All DWI charges dismissed, my client's vehicle was returned and his license to drive was reinstated.

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Education

1988

Brooklyn Law School

Juris Doctorate

1985

Hofstra University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Providence Academy

American Constitutional Political Theory and Practice From a Legal Perspective

Publications

2012

A Comparative Study of Dismissals-Minnesota Criminal Procedure Why in Minnesota some dismissals are better than others.

2011

Expungement Practice in Minnesota Expungement Practice in Minnesota

2006

Comparative Study of DWI Laws in The United States Comparative Study of DWI Laws in The United States

Languages

English

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