Arizona’s Elite Criminal Defense Team — Relentless. Respected. Proven.

At Ybarra Maldonado Law Group, every case is personal to us. We listen, advise, and stand by your side in and out of court. Our attorneys bring power, precision, and experience to every case. Proven Results: From dismissed charges to reduced sentences and successful immigration outcomes, we have a track record of fighting—and winning—on behalf of our clients.

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Over 20+ Years of Combined Experience | Over 700+ 5⭐ Google Reviews

Ybarra Maldonado Law Group, we are Arizona’s trusted leaders in “crimmigration,” the powerful intersection of criminal defense and immigration law.

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Top-Rated Criminal Defense Attorneys

We Stand Apart — Aggressive Defense with Compassionate Advocacy.

Facing Criminal Charges with Immigration Concerns? Our team is uniquely equipped to protect your future

Over 20+ Years of Combined Experience

Bilingual Advocacy: We proudly serve Arizona’s diverse communities in both English and Spanish, ensuring you fully understand your rights and options every step of the way.

Integrated Legal Defense: Our unique team approach combines aggressive criminal defense strategies with deep immigration law knowledge—giving you the strongest chance to protect your family, your status, and your freedom.

MEET THE ATTORNEYS

Our attorneys fight alongside our community

Nicholas Bustamante

A Phoenix native and ASU Law graduate, Nicholas Bustamante is a skilled criminal defense attorney focused on appeals and post-conviction relief.

Ray Ybarra Maldonado

A Stanford-educated attorney who has attained not guilty verdicts in jury trials in both State and Federal Courts. Also victories following oral arguments at the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals and Arizona Supreme Court.

Adrian Parks

A U.S. Navy veteran and fierce advocate, Adrian Parks brings discipline, strategy, and determination to every case.

HEAR WHAT YMLG FAMILIES HAVE TO SAY

700+ 5 star Reviews on Google

Worked with Ybarra Maldonado Law Group and I was very pleased with my attorney Adrian Contreras, he was always giving updates and would respond fast and got my case dismissed. I would highly recommend this group and Adrian. I am glad to have worked with them and recommend him for anyone looking for a proper attorney. Thank you.

Gerardo Garcia

PHOENIX, ARIZONA

Roman

YUMA, ARIZONA

I would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the Ybarra Maldonado Law Group for their exceptional work on our case. I want to acknowledge Attorney Adrian Contreras for his professionalism, expertise, and exceptional attention to detail. His communication skills were outstanding, and his guidance helped us navigate a situation we were initially unfamiliar with. Choosing the right law firm can be difficult, especially when you're unsure of your rights, but the team at Ybarra Maldonado Law Group made it easy for us. They were patient, responsive to all our inquiries, and explained everything thoroughly. I would highly recommend their services for anyone in need of representation.

Luis Giraldo

PHOENIX, ARIZONA

I'm Luis Carlos Giraldo. I want to thank the Ybarra Maldonados Law Group for representing my accident case a few days ago. I especially want to thank attorney Adrian Contreras, who defended me in court, and we won. I also want to give special thanks to Marycela and Franco, who are advising me. My case continues, and I trust you. Thank you very much.

TESTIMONIALS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why is criminal defense so costly?

Criminal defense requires expertise, extensive time, and significant resources. The types of cases we handle are highly specialized, often involving multiple fields of law. An attorney must thoroughly investigate your case, gather evidence, interview clients and witnesses, and navigate complex legal procedures and critical decisions.In addition, a top-tier attorney continuously researches and educates themselves on the constant changes in state laws to ensure your case benefits from the best possible strategy at every stage.A high-quality defense protects your rights and your future!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why is criminal defense so costly?

Criminal defense requires expertise, extensive time, and significant resources. The types of cases we handle are highly specialized, often involving multiple fields of law. An attorney must thoroughly investigate your case, gather evidence, interview clients and witnesses, and navigate complex legal procedures and critical decisions.In addition, a top-tier attorney continuously researches and educates themselves on the constant changes in state laws to ensure your case benefits from the best possible strategy at every stage.A high-quality defense protects your rights and your future!

At Ybarra Maldonado Law Group, we don’t just practice law — we deliver results with heart, integrity, and relentless dedication.

We are the firm for you: hardworking, transparent, and driven to win. Our attorneys fight for our clients with the skill and passion that have made us one of Phoenix’s top-rated law firms.

Why Choose Ybarra Maldonado Law Group Over a Public Defender?

Criminal defense requires expertise, extensive time, and significant resources. The types of cases we handle are highly specialized, often involving multiple fields of law. An attorney must thoroughly investigate your case, gather evidence, interview clients and witnesses, and navigate complex legal procedures and critical decisions.


In addition, a top-tier attorney continuously researches and educates themselves on the constant changes in state laws to ensure your case benefits from the best possible strategy at every stage.


A high-quality defense protects your rights and your future! Put simply the more money you pay the more time the attorney has to work your case. Be careful of the large mill like law firms who put more cases on their attorneys than the Public Defenders Office.

Let’s break it down. First of all, what is a public defender, and what do they do? A public defender is a lawyer provided by the government to represent people who cannot afford a private attorney in criminal cases. Two of our attorneys are former public defenders. Whlle there are no doubt exceptional public defenders, their ability to act may be limited due to extremely high caseloads, which can restrict the time spent on each case, reduce opportunities to fully investigate or explore all defense strategies, and increase the risk of errors. On the other hand, choosing YMLG means you receive personalized and aggressive representation with meticulous attention to detail. Our commitment to activism ensures we are proactive and always one step ahead. What sets us apart from other firms is our specialization in “crimmigration” (criminal cases that could impact your immigration status), providing our community with expertise and support that few others can offer.We don’t wait, we get things done!

Why invest in hiring an attorney for serious criminal charges?

CONTACT US

602-910-4040

3300 N Central Ave, Floor 17

Phoenix, Arizona, 85012

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OUR SERVICES

  • Juvenile Crimes Defense
  • Probation Violations Defense
    Expungements & Record Sealing
  • Theft & Property Crimes Defense
  • Bail Hearings & Pretrial Detention Issues
  • Representation in State & Federal Courts
  • Criminal Appeals & Post-Conviction Relief
  • Immigration Consequences of Criminal Convictions
  • Homicide
  • DUI / DWI Defense
  • Drug Crimes Defense
  • Felony Charges Defense
  • Federal Crimes Defense
  • Domestic Violence Defense
  • Misdemeanor Charges Defense
    Assault & Violent Crimes Defense

THREE THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE HIRING A
CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY

In this video, Attorney Ray Ybarra Maldonado, who also has served as an Adjunct Faculty Member at the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University, teaching Evidence, discusses three things to know before hiring a criminal defense attorney.

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