Alejandro Martinez

Top rated Criminal Defense attorney in Austin, Texas

Law Office of Alejandro Martinez, PLLC
Alejandro Martinez
Law Office of Alejandro Martinez, PLLC

Practice areas: Criminal Defense, DUI-DWI; view more

Licensed in Texas since: 2012

Education: Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law

Selected to Rising Stars: 2024 - 2025

Law Office of Alejandro Martinez, PLLC

505 W 12th St
Suite 200M
Austin, TX 78701 Visit website
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Alejandro Manuel Martinez, founder of the Law Office of Alejandro Martinez, PLLC, serves the Austin metro area in Texas, focusing on DWI, drug violations, assaults and first-time offenders.

Mr. Martinez began his legal career after earning his law license, working as a prosecutor for both the Dallas City Attorney’s Office and the Williamson County State’s Attorney’s Office. Over five years, he developed his skills in case evaluation, trial preparation, negotiation and courtroom proceedings. His deep insight into prosecution tactics is now a significant asset in defending his clients against criminal charges.

Throughout his tenure as a prosecutor, he managed thousands of criminal cases, which greatly enhanced his ability to understand and counteract prosecution strategies. His reputation as a skilled attorney is reflected in his "Excellent" Avvo rating, affirming his proficiency within the legal community.

Mr. Martinez's roots run deep in Texas. Born and raised in San Antonio, he pursued higher education at The University of Texas at Austin and later at Southern Methodist University’s School of Law in Dallas. His passion for criminal law and trial advocacy was ignited during his law school years, leading him initially into prosecution and subsequently into criminal defense.

Now, as a dedicated criminal defense attorney based in Austin, Mr. Martinez defends clients across Travis and Williamson counties. He is committed to providing a zealous defense, leveraging his comprehensive knowledge and experience for the benefit of his clients. Mr. Martinez was admitted to the Texas Bar in 2012 and has been actively involved in several professional and pro bono activities, including roles with the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the International Justice Mission.

Practice areas

Criminal Defense, Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI

Focus areas

Arrest & Arraignment, Assault & Battery, Criminal Domestic Violence, Criminal Fraud, Criminal Law, DUI/DWI, Drug & Alcohol Violations, Expungement, False Accusations, Felony, Misdemeanor, Motor Vehicle Offenses, Murder, Probation, Prosecution, Theft

  • 70% Criminal Defense
  • 30% Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI

First Admitted: 2012, Texas

Professional Webpage: https://www.atxlegaldefense.com/attorney/martinez-alejandro/

Bar / Professional Activity

  • Texas, 2012, 2012
  • Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 2017 to Present, 2017
  • Austin Criminal Defense Lawyers Association, 2017 to Present, 2017
  • Williamson County Defense Lawyers Association, 2017 to Present, 2017

Pro bono / Community Service

  • International Justice Mission - Congressional District Mobilizer, 2018 to 2019, 2018

Honors

  • Clients' Choice badge is awarded if received five or more 4+ star reviews in a calendar year, 2017., Clients Choice Award, Avvo, 2017
  • The Noticed© designation is conferred upon doctors, lawyers, dentists, wealth managers and other professionals who have contributed meaningfully to their field and can demonstrate a distinct perspective on the future of their profession, 2018., Noticed: Distinguished Lawyer, 2018
  • Clients' Choice badge is awarded if received five or more 4+ star reviews in a calendar year, 2018., Avvo Clients Choice Award, 2018
  • Clients' Choice badge is awarded if received five or more 4+ star reviews in a calendar year, 2019., Avvo Clients Choice Award, 2019
  • Expertise.com finds and reviews the top service professionals in over 200 industries across the U.S., Expertise, Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Austin, 2020
  • Expertise.com finds and reviews the top service professionals in over 200 industries across the U.S., Expertise, Best Criminal Defense Lawyers in Austin, 2021
  • Three Best Rated® was created in 2014 with the simple goal of finding the top 3 local businesses, professionals, restaurants, health care providers, and everything in-between, in key cities. Every business is meticulously handpicked by our employees. We check business's reputation, history, complaints, ratings, proximity, satisfaction, trust, cost, general excellence, reviews, and more, using our 50-Point Inspection., Three Best Rated - Top 3 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Austin, 2023
  • Legal Directorate helps clients find top firms they can trust., Legal Directorate - Best of Austin, 2024
  • Clients' Choice Award, Lawful - Clients' Choice Award, 2024
  • Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. This selection process includes independent research, peer nominations and peer evaluations., Superlawyers, 2024

Educational Background

  • University of Texas, Austin, Texas - B.S., 2009, 2005-2009
  • SMU Dedman School of Law, Dallas, Texas - J.D., 2012, 2009-2012

Office location for Alejandro Martinez

505 W 12th St
Suite 200M
Austin, TX 78701

Phone: 512-523-5720

Selections

2 Years Rising Stars
  • Rising Stars: 2024 - 2025

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