Erica Madrid

Erica L. Madrid, Esq.

State Bar No: 229327
Erica@MadridLawFirm.com

With over two decades of experience, Erica Madrid is a distinguished trial lawyer renowned for her fearlessness, effectiveness, and numerous courtroom successes. Throughout her career, Erica has continuously expanded her series of achievements, demonstrating an unwavering dedication and commitment to securing justice for her clients. Erica is a lawyer you can trust to fight tirelessly for your rights.

In a recent high-profile case, Erica served as lead counsel in a "cold case" murder trial, resulting in a resounding "not guilty" verdict. She has also achieved notable victories such as securing dismissals for clients facing multi-felony counts of insurance fraud and 2nd-degree Watson murder charges. In addition, Erica successfully defended a DUI case for a severely injured client, subsequently paving the way for a substantial multi-million-dollar civil settlement. Without a dismissal of the DUI case, our client, a victim in a catastrophic accident, would not have had a civil remedy. Instead, the client and his family were substantially compensated for life.

Her trial experience spans a wide array of criminal matters including DUI cases, domestic violence and assault charges, child endangerment, felony evading, and criminal threats cases, among others. Notably, Erica has consistently secured several "Not Guilty" verdicts.

Most recently, Erica defended a client involved in a lover’s triangle. Client walked in on his then girlfriend who was with another man. A fight ensued. Client was charged with burglary and battery causing serious bodily injury. Erica put on an affirmative defense at the preliminary hearing, which reduced the felony charges to misdemeanors. Erica did not stop there! She continued representing client until she secured a dismissal of all charges.

Erica's dedication to her profession extends beyond the courtroom. She actively collaborates with other leading criminal defense attorneys, offering guidance and assistance on complex cases. Furthermore, Erica remains deeply committed to supporting her fellow legal professionals, as evidenced by her active involvement with the California DUI Lawyers Association. She currently serves as Secretary on the Board of Directors of the California DUI Lawyers Association.

Recognized for her expertise, Erica has been invited to share her insights and courtroom strategies at various legal forums and seminars. She received the President’s Award from the California DUI Lawyers Association in acknowledgment of her exceptional dedication and contributions to the field.

In addition to her criminal defense work, Erica has demonstrated proficiency in appellate advocacy. Notably, she successfully led a civil appeal that overturned an erroneous trial court decision, earning accolades from the presiding appellate justice for her exceptional briefing.

When facing legal challenges, choosing the right attorney is paramount. Erica offers unparalleled dedication, experience, and a proven track record of success. Trust your case to Erica, and rest assured that you are in capable hands. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.

Areas of Practice:

  • Criminal Defense
  • DUI Defense; Murder, Manslaughter, Felony or Misdemeanor
  • DMV Hearings

Bar Admissions:

  • State Bar of California -2003
  • U.S. District Court of Central District of California
  • U.S. District Court of Southern District of California
  • U.S. Court of Appeal, 9th Circuit

Education:

  • Juris Doctor, Whittier Law School, (2003), Magna Cum Laude
  • Bachelors of Science, UCLA (2000)

Published Opinions:

  • Juan R. Flores v. Autozone, West, Inc. (2008) 161 Cal.App.4th 373

Professional Associations and Memberships:

  • California DUI Lawyers Association (CDLA)
  • California Attorneys for Criminal Justice (CACJ)

Hobbies:

  • Mountain biking, hiking, and strength training. Erica enjoys her daily walks with her husband John and their dog, Lola.
  • “They were very professional, but, still made me feel like a family member!”
    I recently had a DUI, and didn’t know what my options were. I called Eduardo and Erica Madrid, and the had my back in an instant! They helped me understand my rights and guided me through the entire ordeal! They were very professional, but, still made me feel like a family member! Always keeping me informed of changes in my case! Life is great now! Thanks to all the Madrid Law firm, from the minute I walked in, to the second I walked out, I knew things would be good!
    - Juan G.
  • “Thank you for always being there for me.”
    Ed, Thank you for always being there for me. I know you will lasso a championship next week. C.S.
    - C.S.
  • “You always made sure I was protected and secure.”
    It is unfortunate that we had to meet under the circumstances that we did, however, I am very privileged to have met you and your daughter, Erica Madrid. During the time you were my attorney, you and your daughter always treated me with the most respect. You ALWAYS listened and paid attention to all the details of my case. The matter in which you treated me and my case is just amazingly great, I felt as if I was the most important client you had. You always made sure I was protected and secure. These past three months have been the longest three months of my life. I just could not move on with my life, it was as if my life was put on hold! Every court appointment that we had, you ALWAYS represented me with the most professionalism, which says a lot of your law firm. My preliminary hearing date came up and I was very nervous, scared, and I just was not myself. The entire preliminary hearing was very intense, however, I always felt so confident in my attorney representing me. After a long hour and a half, it came time for the judge to make a decision, and when the judge said "case dismissed," I could not hold back the tears and the emotions going through my mind and body, I felt so much joy! Right away, I was thanking The Lord for the blessing of continuing on with my life. I was able to breathe without feeling afraid. There are no words to express to you and your team how thankful I am for all the hard work that was put in into my case. Thank you for fighting for me, my life, and my family! God Bless you, your family, and your law firm. May you continue to service others like the way you and your law firm did for me.
    - S.P.
  • “Deep appreciation for all your counsel and help.”
    Dear Ed This greeting comes with deep appreciation for all your counsel and help. Sincerely, N.
    - N.

Why Choose Madrid Law Firm?

  • Successful
    Our track record of success speaks volumes about our ability to deliver exceptional results consistently.
  • Dedicated
    We are committed to going above and beyond to ensure your satisfaction and success every step of the way.
  • Experienced
    Our team's wealth of experience enables us to provide insightful solutions tailored to your unique needs.