History
Before entering private practice, Mr. Madsen spent years as a Deputy District Attorney with the Contra Costa County D.A.'s Office. He later co-founded a well-respected Bay Area law firm, where for nearly twenty years, his civil litigation and criminal defense practices have earned him the reputation of being among the best in the business. Madsen Law Firm provides superior and effective legal services to a variety of clients throughout the Bay Area. A skilled negotiator and trial attorney, Mr. Madsen handles each case personally, and utilizes his experience and long-cultivated professional relationships to achieve the best results for each client. Admissions: - California Bar Association, 1990 - United States Court of Appeals 9th Circuit, 1990 - United States District Court, 1990 Education: - McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific, Juris Doctorate, 1988 - California Polytechnic State University; Bachelor of Arts, 1984
Specialties
* Criminal Defense: Felonies and Misdemeanors * Specializing in DUI/Drunk Driving: - DUI with Injuries - DUI with Accidents - DUI with Priors - California DMV - License Suspension Issues - DUI Boating cases * Juvenile Representation * Drug and Substance Abuse Cases; Treatment Alternatives to Jail * Assault and/or Battery Cases * Domestic Violence Allegations * Weapons Charges * Theft Crimes * Vandalism / Property Destruction * Resisting Arrest * Violation of Probation / Probation Modification * Expungements * In addition to Criminal and DUI Defense, Madsen Law Firm is a full-service civil litigation practice with experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants in a wide variety of civil litigation matters. We provide experienced counsel to clients facing personal injuries, negligence claims, business litigation, premises liability, insurance cases, construction matters and employment issues.