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Maria I Gonzalez

5.0
Rating: 4.9

Licensed for 29 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Chandler, AZ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

290 W Chandler Heights Rd Ste 1, Chandler, AZ

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016
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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 29 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1996

Suspended

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2016

Location

The Gonzalez Law Firm PLLC

290 W Chandler Heights Rd Ste 1, Chandler, AZ, 85248-5087

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Maria I Gonzalez's Reviews

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3 Client Reviews

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Posted by JR | May 21, 2015 | Personal Injury

A gift from God

I was badly hurt in a motorbike accident. I have never been in this situation before in my life. I contacted many lawyers in the beginning and most of them treated it without care. They basically were asking me how much money I was looking to get. I was lost and devastated. The first lawyer ended up ...doing absolutely nothing for a month straight with one email reply after 10 days of waiting. I was so lost on what to do. We eventually parted ways and I found Maria. Maria is AWESOME!!! She is serious, yet the most caring person in the business. My fears and sadness disappeared the moment she took over. When I send her an email, she normally responds within an hour to 5 minutes. She has great recommendations and a great network. If you are looking for someone who will treat you like a human being, take time to pay attention to detail, and do a great job representing you? Then you can feel confident that this wonderful lady is all you will need. She has made a HUGE difference in my life and I don't know where I would be if I had never found her. Most people are sick of the same old cookie cut out lawyers who only care about money. Maria is selfless, a hard worker, and truly cares about you. I am confident that anybody would be lucky to have her representing them. I would only ask that you stay away, because I want her all for myself! :-) I am keeping this gem forever! Thank you Maria, people like you make a difference in this world.

Posted by Omar M. | May 19, 2015 | Car Accidents

Amazing Job

Back in Sept of 2014 I was hit drunk driving who fled the seen, that night I contacted Maria. The process was easy and during the whole time I didn't need to lift a finger, Maria and her team did a super job. In the end they also got me more money than I thought. Thank You Gonzalez Law Firm

Posted by Sarah | May 19, 2015 | Criminal Defense

Miracle Worker

Maria just recently fought for me in a case that lasted a year! She would not give up she believed in me that I truly changed. She is a lawyer for God and that is a lawyer you want on your side. She was there for me like a mother and got to know me and my husband well. I am finally completely free of... all my struggles and NOT in prison! I cannot tell anyone enough how thankful and blessed with Maria as my lawyer you will not be sorry with her she will fight the true fight and she will make sure its right! Thank you again Maria!

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Maria I Gonzalez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lisa Kiser

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with her over the years. I have been a prosecutor and defense attorney and highly recommend her. She is very professional and cares for her clients."

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Rachelle Ferraro

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the opportunity to see Maria litigate in court on many occasions and have picked her brain on mental health issues as they impact criminal matters. She is very knowledgeable in her field and a great resource to other attorneys. She also truly cares about her clients and getting them the best result possible. I endorse this lawyer."

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Glenn Allen

Criminal defense lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Maria for a number of years. She is a skilled trial attorney that works hard for her clients. I would certainly recommend her to others."

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Paul Knost

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Gonzalez is a great lawyer in Maricopa County. She has tons of experience and knowledge. Her clients are lucky to have her!"

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Experience

Rating:  4.9 (Concern)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2016.

Suspension issued in AZ, 2016

updated on 03/22/2017

Suspension means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Work Experience

2007 - Present

Owner, The Gonzalez Law Firm, PLLC

2005 - 2007

Attorney, Michael Cordova, PC

2002 - 2005

Staff Counsel, Gannon & Associates

1997 - 2002

Prosecutor, Maricopa County Attorney's Office

Sample of Legal Cases

Aggravated DUI

Not Guilty

Possession of Dangerous Drugs For Sale

Case dismissed

Armed Robbery

Hung Jury

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Education

1995

State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Publications

2014

Fulton Ranch Living Legally speaking

Languages

Spanish

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