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also known as Mario Madrid
Mario Madrid is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and limits his practice exclusively to criminal law.
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30 years | 1,000 cases
30 years | 1,000 cases
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Acquired: 1996
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440 Louisiana St Ste 1225, Houston, TX, 77002
33 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Carolina | October 31, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Helpful and Always Available!
Mario helped me with a matter and was not only very informative and helpful but very available with all forms of communication to answer any questions I had pertaining to my case and options each step of the process. He was very knowledgeable and got more favorable a result than I had originally hope...
Posted by Ray | October 31, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Good Job!
My son picked up three possession charges as well as an assault case and we hired an attorney that was unreliable and never returned any of the calls that my wife and I made. The only times we would see him would be in court and he was always in a hurry to get to his other customers. In the brief enc...
Posted by Billy | October 28, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Good Lawyer
Last year, I got picked up for theft. They were offering me six months in jail for that. I didn't want to do any time so I told Mario that I definitely didn't want to go to jail and if he could please try to get me probation. He was always helpful and was good at keeping in touch with me. It was neve...
Posted by Roxana | September 19, 2014 | DUI & DWI
Highly recommend Mario Madrid
I did extensive research before choosing a lawyer to represent me throughout the duration of my DWI case and decided on Mario Madrid. Not only was Mr. Madrid an affordable choice, he was especially knowledgeable in DWI offenses. I am thoroughly pleased with the outcome, as he was able to arrange an...
Posted by Vanessa | September 18, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Best Decision I've Made
I committed a misdemeanor in December of last year. To this day, the best decision I've made in this last year was hiring attorney Mario Madrid. We all make mistakes and feel guilt and shame for our mistakes, especially when there are others who are affected by the consequences. In my case, that woul...
"Mario is an exceptional trial lawyer that won't back down from any case. He has not only taken on but won cases that many other lawyers would consider hopeless. Anyone charged with a serious crime should not hesitate to hire Mario Madrid to represent them."
"I have known Mario for many years. When we were opposing counsel, I always found Mario to know the law and his cases; he presented both very professionally and I, along with others at the DA's Office would listen to him when assessing our cases. Now that we're both on the defense side, we will often consult each other in the courtroom on cases we defend. Mario is a great lawyer and I'm proud to endorse him."
"Mario is one of the top lawyers in Houston. He doesn't get the credit that he deserves, and that's the way he likes it. He just goes about his business and keeps getting wonderful results for his clients."
"As a fellow attorney, I have seen Mario Madrid in court several times. He is always prepared and fights hard for his clients."
"Mario uses his experience and knowledge to fight for his clients. Anyone who is in need of legal representation for a criminal matter would be well served by choosing Mario."
"Mario is an excellent attorney who tries tough cases here in the Houston area. If I were in trouble, he is one of the first people that I would call. He knows the law, and he knows how to fight for the best results for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mario Madrid is an outstanding attorney. I am inpressed by his preparation, court room skills and dedication to his clients. He has demonstrated skill and expertise in a wide range of cases from DWI to capital murder. He is a tireless advocate for the individuals he represents."
"In addition to his legal knowledge, Mario provides legal strategy to his clients' cases, which is derived from his vast experience in criminal defense. I believe that it is Mario's experience in the criminal justice system that separates him for all other criminal defense attorneys. He's very talented and attentive to his clients' needs. I would recommend him to anyone in need of his services."
"I've known Mr. Madrid for more than a decade now, and would endorse and highly recommend him to any potential clients. Having actually worked together with him for some time, I can confidently say that he's a very knowledgeable, aggressive attorney who excels both in plea negotiations and at trial. I'm sure you will be pleased with his attention to your needs and approach to your case."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Madrid is a fine and talented lawyer. He fights for his clients and is very conscientious. He knows the law and stays informed of the latest changes and developments. His knowledge of the law, his experience, and his ability to listen and communicate qualify him to handle any criminal case."
"Mario is a highly qualified and trustworthy attorney. I endorse Mario and would have absolutely no hesitation referring friends or family members to Mario."
"Mario and I discuss every case. We make sure that every client gets the best representation possible. He defends every person with zeal."
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2011
The College of the State Bar of Texas, The State Bar of Texas
2011
Top Houston Criminal Lawyers, H Texas Magazine
2011
Qualified Counsel in Death Penalty Cases, Second Administrative Judicial Region of Texas
2011
Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Certification, Platt and Associates
2010
Texas Board of Legal Specialization, State Bar of Texas
2010
Numerous Not Guilty Verdicts, Jury Trials
2009
Numerous Not Guilty Verdicts, Jury Trials
2008
Numerous Not Guilty Verdicts, Jury Trials
1995
Finalist, National Environmental Negotiaions Competition
1994
Best Speaker Award, Leroy Jeffers Moot Court Competition
1994
Finalist, ABA Regional Negotiation Competition
2011 - Present
Managing Partner, Madrid Law
2008 - Present
Associate Judge, City of Houston Municipal Court
1999 - Present
Partner, Madrid Martinez & Associates
1996 - 1998
Assistant District Attorney, Galveston County District Attorney's Office
1994 - 1996
Mediator, Center for Legal Responsibility
1994 - 1995
Law Clerk, Moriarity and Madigan
2010 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Criminal Justice Section
2009 - Present
Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
2009 - Present
Harris County Criminal Lawyers Association
2008 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Municipal Judges Section
1999 - Present
Southern District of Texas
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Not Guilty
1996
Doctorate of Juris Prudence
1993
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2010
Defending A Drug Charge
2011
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Spanish
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04 Oct 2011
Is it legal for a school to take your phone and charge you to get it back
27 Sep 2011
Save Your Texas Driver's License After A DWI Arrest
04 Sep 2011
Search and Seizure
21 Jun 2011
DWI Penalties
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