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Facing a criminal charge is ALWAYS a serious matter requiring a serious defense. You need an attorney with extensive experience in criminal defense who is well respected in the jurisdiction where you are charged. My defense practice takes every case seriously and as an experienced Criminal Defense lawyer, I know that any criminal charge could have a devastating effect upon your life. Rarely is there such a thing as a simple criminal matter.

Choosing an attorney will likely be one of the most important decisions you will make. Understand that we promise to take the time to go over your case in detail and advise you appropriately starting with our initial consultation. We provide criminal defense of all criminal matters including both misdemeanor and felony cases. If you are charged with a crime, do not take selecting an attorney lightly. Call today and schedule a free consultation where we will discuss the facts of your case and determine how we can be of best service to you.

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We are proud to know that our clients are satisfied by our service and we work hard to maintain our 4.8 / 5 star status!

I'm beyond blessed that Maria, Isabella, and their team were able to get my case dismissed. Due to their hard work and dedication I'm finally able to turn my career around. This case almost cost me my career but, they never gave up on it, and always remained optimistic. This team is super professional, polite, and welcomes you with open arms, ready to take on any challenge. I would highly recommend them to anybody. Thank you guys so much for what did and you gave me a second chance. I will never forget this!

Maria was honest with me about what charges I was facing and I was so overwhelmed. She calmed me down and explained every step. It helped me understand what I was looking at. After that she kept me informed every step of the way. Then she got the charges dropped so fast I didn't even have time to clean the house. She was so amazing supportive. She took care of me like family.
Ms Padilla is ahhhmazing!! Very reasonably priced and so very helpful. Keeping us informed every step of the way! Thank you for your hard work and dedication!
The most important thing to do when receiving a summons is to HIRE AN ATTORNEY IMMEDIATELY!!! I met with Maria Padilla and immediately felt confidence that she was a strong lawyer with tons of legal knowledge. She inspires “the perfect lawyer” vibe! Hired! Update: I received a copy of all the paperwork that Maria Padilla submitted to the court system. I was very impressed by the numerous cases that she referenced and I am thrilled that my case is moving forward smoothly. I can’t express just how grateful I am to have the best lawyer in Albuquerque. Final Update: Case pending dismissal; I’m completely impressed by Maria Padilla’s knowledge and how well she fought for me. The results speak for themselves! This review was created by a REAL person with a REAL NM case.
Case was dismissed! I am so thankful to have chosen Maria to defend me in a case that I had. She immediately started working on my case and got it dismissed in less than a month. She was quick and efficient and I wouldn't go to anyone else! Thank you again Maria!

Maria Padilla is an excellent attorney!!! She can explain all the legal jargon in laymen’s terms. Maria is always there for you when you call!!! When you have to leave a message, she gets promptly back to you!!!😇😊

I hired Attorney Maria Padilla to help someone in my family with a very complicated and serious criminal case, involving car theft and mental health issues, potentially facing serious time in prison. This is the first time ever I’ve had to deal with something so serious, and it was naturally a very scary process. But from the very first conversation with Attorney Maria Padilla, she sounded extremely confident and took the time to explain everything in detail that we should expect. Although it was terrifying to get a well needed dose of reality during our first call, her confidence was also very reassuring. She took action right away to get immediate protection and stop an existing arrest warrant before moving forward, which was a huge relief. Navigating the legal system is extremely intimidating and something we would have never been able to do on our own. And although there’s no price that can be put on the freedom of a loved one and your own peace of mind, her fees were also reasonable compared to other firms we called before finding hers. Today we received the best news ever because the case was Dismissed, which is the best result anybody could expect. We are incredibly and eternally grateful that we found such a professional and experienced attorney, who worked a real miracle in this case. I highly recommend Attorney Maria Padilla and her team. They are a true blessing.

Maria Padilla is the best! From the start, she explained clearly the process and what to expect, and kept me updated on the status of my case. She is very professional, smart, extremely knowledgeable, honest, and has the self-confidence and determination to do all she can for you. She ultimately got me a dismissal!

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