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Adrian Martinez Madrone
also known as Adrian Madrone
About Adrian
Biography
As a partner in Victory Legal Services, PLLC, I focus on defending people who face criminal charges. I have developed particular knowledge and training regarding DUI charges, which I use to assist my clients. I also work extensively in defending against domestic violence allegations, and in defending serious felony and sex offense crimes. Regardless of the charge, I advocate for my clients through every step of the court process.
In addition to my work defending against criminal charges, I also assist clients in vacating and expunging old criminal convictions, sealing juvenile offender records, and restoring firearm rights. Helping people get a fresh start with a clean slate is a very rewarding part of my job.
All in all, it is an incredible feeling to come to work everyday knowing that I can help people through some of the toughest times in their lives.
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 18 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2007
No misconduct found
Location
Victory Legal Services, PLLC
222 Grand Ave, Suite A, Bellingham, WA, 98225
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Adrian Martinez Madrone's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 56 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Corey | May 19, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Helpful and upfront
Adrian offered me a free consultation for my domestic violence case. He was very clear and upfront about the details of my case. He didn’t try to ‘sell me’ any false hopes and was very honest about my circumstances. I didn’t hire Mr Madrone, I’m taking a guilty plea with my PD. But he did save me a l...
Posted by Chris | September 1, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Case dismissed
I can’t thank Mr. Madrone enough. He handle my case from day one after my arrest, came to my bail hearing, walked through everything with my spouse, and all this before we even cut a check to hire him. He was always available for my questions, no matter how random they were and took all of my emai...
Posted by Vasken | June 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The best DUI lawyer in whatcom county
I hired Adrian for my DUI case and Mr Madrone was so good he got me off with no probation very low fines . I would recommend him for anybody anytime , Mr Madrone was very well spoken , when he walked into that court room you can feel he's not playing around ,Mr Madrone knows when and where is the ...
Posted by Megan | March 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Handled my brother's case with genuine care
My brother was in an accident that caused a man's death. He was stuck in county jail and we worked hard to get him an attorney that wouldn't judge him and would treat him like a human. Adrian delivered! My mother trusted Adrian with her son's life and he was able to get him a deal when the DA wanted ...
Posted by CHRIS | January 18, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A Good Outcome
Adrian looked after my and my case well for the several months it took for the charge to finally be dismissed. I would certainly retain him again if I should ever need an attorney.
Adrian Martinez Madrone's Lawyer Endorsements
"Adrian Madrone is a much sought after lawyer with tremendous skills and an excellent court-room presence. He is a pleasure to have in my law firm, and I regularily trust him to handle complicated and sensitive matters. I highly endorse Adrian as one of the finest criminal law defenders arround."
"Adrian's creativity, legal knowledge and commitment to his clients are already well known in the legal community. I am extremely impressed by the level of excellence in Adrian's practice of law."
"I endorse this lawyer. For the last several years, I've watched Adrian fight hard for his clients. He treats the people he is representing with the respect and dignity that they deserve, while never being afraid to fight hard for them. He's a great trial lawyer and has taken time to mentor me as I learned the ropes. I absolutely endorse him."
"Adrian and I have had many cases against each other over the years, and also based on my experiences with him I have referred friends to him. He is competent, professional and aggressive while maintaining an air of civility- he never loses his cool or lets emotion cloud his thinking."
"Adrian Madrone is a highly skilled, knowledgeable, and competent attorney. I often have the pleasure of observing Adrian hard at work both inside and outside the courtroom. Adrian is a dedicated advocate for his clients. Adrian's willingness to go the extra mile shows in his work. Adrian's clients are at ease in the courtroom, a place that can be terrifying to someone inexperienced in the criminal justice system. Adrian's courtroom presence is undeniable. When Adrian has the floor, the respect and admiration he's earned from the prosecution as well as the bench is clear to all. I'm proud to endorse Adrian Madrone as a fellow attorney, colleague, and friend."
"Adrian is a fierce litigator that is always well prepared. He has tremendous compassion for his clients and he has the highest of ethics. I strongly endorse his work."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Adrian worked with me on a murder case. His research and writing skills were a vital part in preparing our trial brief. I felt his work was highly professional. In the end, we won this murder case with a total dismissal of the charges. Adrian was an important part of the defense team that achieved this result."
"I endorse this lawyer. Adrian and I worked on a case in Thurston County, Washington. Adrian was extremely well prepared and zealously advocated on behalf of his client. Adrian has a calm demeanor and I believe that the judiciary in Thurston County was impressed with his argument, legal reasoning and courtroom presence. I enthusiastically recommend Adrian."
"As a past prosecutor for Whatcom County, I have worked opposite Adrian on a fair number of cases where he was defending clients accused of crimes. I can tell you honestly that their are few better criminal defense attorneys here in Bellingham. Adrian's intelligence, confidence, and zeal on behalf of his clients always made my job of prosecuting them far more difficult. I highly recommend Adrian."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Adrian Madrone is a skilled advocate and litigator for matters big and small. He is smart and hardworking, but is also a very down-to-earth person who communicates well with both clients and prosecutors. I endorse Adrian's work."
"Adrian is a natural trial lawyer. His persuasion and speaking skills are outstanding. He is dedicated to obtaining justice for his clients."
"Adrian has quickly earned the respect and admiration of his peers in the Bellingham legal community, through his diligence, intelligence and - most importantly - his authenticity. His high level of competence is immediately apparent, earned through hard work and perseverence as a public defender and judicial law clerk in WA's busiest jurisdictions, and as a Whatcom county private practitioner. No stone will be left unturned, and nothing beneath will escape his careful scrutiny. Adrian is also a loving Father and Husband, with varied life experiences that equip him to apply a level of understanding to his representation that is as uncommon as it is essential. A skilled and articulate communicator, Adrian's clients enjoy top notch advocacy. He is the best."
"I knew Adrian when we were in law school, and I was always very impressed with his performance in moot court competitions and in trial-related classes. I am happy to see that he has become so successful in Bellingham. He is a great lawyer!"
"Adrian is a very talented trial attorney and an amazing human being. He is a leader in the courtroom as well as in the legal community. Adrian is passionate about the pursuit of justice and relentless in the battle for his client's best interests. I recommend him without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work."
"Adrian is an outsanding attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable and has obtained excellent results for his clients. I recommend him without reservation."
"Adrian is a young, aggressive and tenacious advocate for his clients. He leaves no stone unturned in his pursuit for justice for his client."
"Adrian is a great trial attorney. He cares about his clients and always gets good results."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2016
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2015
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2014
Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel
2014
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2013
County Ethics Commission Appointment, Whatcom County Council
2013
Selected Arbitrator, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
2013
Rising Star, Washington Super Lawyers
2012
Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2010
Certificate of Completion - Field Sobriety Testing Course, Platt & Associates
2007
Winner - Mock Trial Competition, University of Washington School of Law
2007
Selected Member, National Order of Barristers
2007
Winner - Best Oral Advocate, Judge John C. Coughenour Trial Advocacy Competition
2006
Public Service Grant, UW Public Interest Law Association
2006
Winner-Opening Statement Competition, University of Washington School of Law
2005
Evan E. Inslee Scholarship, Inslee, Best, Doezie & Ryder
2005
Selected Member, University of Washington Moot Court Honor Board
2004
Law School Scholarship, King County Bar Association
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, Victory Legal Services, PLLC
2013 - Present
Arbitrator, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
2015 - 2015
Adjunct Professor, Western Washington University
2015 - 2022
Chair, Whatcom County Ethics Commission
2013 - 2015
Member, Whatcom County Ethics Commission
2010 - 2014
Attorney, Lustick Law Firm
2010 - 2010
Attorney, Fox, Bowman, Duarte
2009 - 2010
Attorney, Northwest Defenders Association
2008 - 2009
Law Clerk to Judge Steven González, King County Superior Court
2007 - 2008
Contract Attorney, Northwest Defenders Association
Associations
2013 - Present
Financial Industry Regulatory AuthorityArbitrator
2012 - Present
National Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
United States District Court for the Western District of WashingtonAttorney Member
2010 - Present
Whatcom County Bar AssociationMember
2010 - Present
Washington Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2010 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2010 - Present
Washington State Association for Justice, Criminal Law SectionMember
2007 - Present
Order of BarristersNational member
2007 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Latina/o Bar Association of WashingtonMember
2010 - 2011
Leadership WhatcomSelected Participant
2010 - 2014
Community Law Education Committee - Whatcom County Bar AssociationCommittee Member
2009 - 2009
Leadership TomorrowSelected Participant
Sample of Legal Cases
Felony Assault negotiation
Felony on hold pending dismissal; guilty plea to misdemeanor.
Petition for Antiharassment Order
Petition granted to my client
Domestic Violence Protection Order
Petition dismissed in favor of my client
City of Bellingham v. D.H.
Not Guilty
City of Ferndale v. D.H.
Not Guilty
United States v. Groen
Split verdict - not guilty on one count; guilty on the other.
City of Bellingham v. Young Male Client
Not Guilty
State v. Anonymous
Not Guilty
Education
2007
University of Washington School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2003
The Evergreen State College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
WWU Legal Information Center
Know Your Rights
2015
Morning Show - 790 KGMI
Free Speech or Felony Charge?
2013
WWU Legal Information Center
Marijuana Law After I-502
2013
790 KGMI
The Legal Docket
2012
Western Washington University
American Legal System - Guest Lecture
2012
Western Washington University
Trayvon Martin & Stand Your Ground Laws
2011
Whatcom County Library - Lynden Branch
Know Your Rights
2010
Western Washington University Legal Information Center
Your Right To Party: Know Your Rights
2010
Law School & the Practice of Law
The Evergreen State College: Alumni Panel
Publications
2015
The Western Front
Police and lawyers talk on student’s rights
2011
Bellingham Herald
Prosecution rests in border helicopter spotlight case
2011
Contact Counseling website
Deferred Prosecution
2011
Lynden Tribune
Groen verdict: Guilty of single ‘lesser’ charge
2011
Lynden Tribune
Light v. Helicopter: Who Felt Threatened Most?
2011
The News Tribune, Tacoma
Customs pilot: Whatcom County man's spotlight caused blindness, pain
2010
Washington DUI Blog
Changes to Deferred Prosecution Law Can Affect Your Sentence
2010
Washington DUI Blog
Getting a DUI as a Minor Can Affect You After Age 21
2010
Washington DUI Blog
Juries Care About Fairness
2010
The Western Front
How to deal with the fuzz, when you may (or may not) be buzzed
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I use UCC 1 - 308 are UCC 1 - 207 ?
12 Jul 2019
Q&A
Is there a difference between armed burglary and first-degree burglary in Washington state?
10 Mar 2017
Q&A
DUI and totaled rental car while on Vacation in Wash. State.
28 Sep 2016