About Martine Law

Protecting Good People During Hard Times

At Martine Law, our legal team is dedicated to helping others in a tough spot. We have a deep passion for getting our clients on the path to a better life. Whether you need a criminal defense lawyer or a family law attorney, you can trust Martine Law to fight tooth and nail for the best possible outcome for your case.

Call (612) 294-0650

Phones and chat are answered 24/7, with AI covering when no staff is free.

“I got into a lot of trouble a few years back. Xavier Martine was fantastic, both inside the courtroom and out. He kept me out of jail and allowed me a path to get my life back on track.”

Tyler Z.

Our Mission

Fighting To Protect Your Future, Every Step of the Way!

At Martine Law, our mission is to redefine the legal experience. We combine world-class technology with client-focused specialists to guide individuals and families through the most difficult moments of their lives. Our purpose is simple but profound: to deliver unwavering support, clear communication, and superior legal outcomes, so our clients feel protected, empowered, and never alone.

Brand Promise

We pursue the strongest outcome the facts allow, with the highest standard of service, ensuring you feel seen, heard, and fully supported every step of the way.

  • Immediate, consistent communication so you’re never left waiting in the dark.
  • A seamless blend of advanced technology and personalized service.
  • The strongest advocacy possible for both your rights and your peace of mind.
  • A team who treats your case with the same urgency and care as if it were their own family.

Our Core Values

People First

Every client, every team member, every family matters. We operate with the belief that people are never just files, numbers, or cases, they are stories, lives, and futures we are entrusted to protect.

Excellence as Standard

Peak performance in every interaction. From intake to courtroom, from first call to final resolution, we hold ourselves to a higher bar than the industry norm.

Relentless Communication

Silence creates fear. We design our systems, technology, and service model so clients never feel unheard or unseen. Contact isn’t optional, it’s foundational.

Innovation with Purpose

We merge cutting-edge technology with human empathy, streamlining every process so clients receive faster answers, stronger strategies, and greater peace of mind.

One Team, One Mission

Collaboration is our competitive advantage. Attorneys, staff, and leadership work as a unified force to deliver not just legal outcomes, but life-changing experiences.

FIRM MEMBERS

One Team, One Mission

Attorneys, staff, and leadership work as a unified force to deliver not just legal outcomes, but life-changing experiences.

01 Senior Attorneys  |  02 Associate Attorneys  |  03 Legal Staff  |  04 Intake Specialists  |  05 Client Engagement Directors


01

Senior Attorneys

Firm leadership and senior counsel.

Xavier Martine
Founder
Licensed in Minnesota

Alan Pendleton
National Of Counsel
Former Minnesota Judge


02

Associate Attorneys

Criminal defense and family law in Minnesota.

Jillian Morris
Associate Attorney
Minnesota Family Law

Arleth Pulido-Nava
Associate Attorney
Minnesota Family Law

Elisabeth Cavanaugh
Associate Attorney
Minnesota Criminal Defense

Eva Stromgren
Associate Attorney
Minnesota Criminal Defense

Christine Jordan
Associate Attorney
Minnesota Family Law

Darrell Johnston
Associate Attorney
Minnesota Criminal Defense

Zeena Sweidan
Associate Attorney
Minnesota Criminal Defense


03

Legal Staff

Case operations and day-to-day legal support.

Autumn Amick
Director of Case Operations
Criminal Defense

Kaye Avila
Sr. Legal Ops Manager
Criminal Defense

Brian Louis

Brian Louis
Paralegal
Family Law

Jennifer Mahowald

Jennifer Mahowald
Paralegal
Family Law

Photo of Eliana

Eliana Iriarte
Legal Assistant
Bilingual

Ricardo Montanía

Ricardo Montanía
Legal Assistant
Bilingual

Gabriel Romero

Gabriel Romero
Legal Assistant
Bilingual


04

Intake Specialists

Your first conversation with the firm. Call (612) 448-9844.

Riley Potts

Riley Potts
Intake Manager

Alejandro Martinez

Alejandro Martinez
Intake Lead

Irish Arnado

Irish Arnado
Intake Specialist and Training Manager

Robert Van Humbeck

Robert Van Humbeck
Case Evaluation Coordinator

Virginia Molina

Virginia Molina
Intake Assistant


Jerry Velvestre

Jerry Velvestre
Intake Specialist

Jimmy Ramones

Jimmy Ramones
Intake Specialist

Keris Clair Bacus

Keris Clair Bacus
Intake Specialist

Katrin Hollero

Katrin Hollero
Intake Specialist

Jaireh Amemita

Jaireh Amemita
Intake Specialist

Francess Wynne Fukuyama

Francess Wynne Fukuyama
Intake Specialist

Carlos Salgado

Carlos Salgado
Intake Specialist
Bilingual

Sofia Zinicola

Sofia Zinicola
Intake Specialist
Bilingual

Erwin Borrero

Erwin Borrero
Intake Specialist
Bilingual

Santiago Gonzalez

Santiago Gonzalez
Intake Specialist
Bilingual

Dillan Sandoval

Dillan Sandoval
Intake Specialist
Bilingual

Brayan Blanco

Brayan Blanco
Intake Specialist
Bilingual

Jessica Lopez

Jessica Lopez
Intake Specialist
Bilingual


05

Client Engagement Directors

Guiding clients from first contact through resolution.

Sasha Vishdehi
Client Engagement Director

Nestor Salvador
Client Engagement Director

Lina Radgon
Client Engagement Director

Nathaniel Turnbough
Client Engagement Director

Giselle Paez
Client Engagement Director

Mayra Garcia

Mayra Garcia
Client Engagement Director

Rodrigo Alonso Medina Esparza
Client Engagement Director

How We Can Help

Areas Served

Our Process

STEP ONE:

Call (612) 294-0650 to speak to an intake specialist.

Phones and chat are answered 24/7, with AI covering when no staff is free.

Call (612) 294-0650

STEP TWO:

We’ll discuss your situation and desired outcomes, and determine if we can help.

STEP THREE:

If we’re a good fit, we’ll fight to get you the best results possible!

Phones and chat are answered 24/7, with AI covering when no staff is free.

“Top-notch law firm in the Twin Cities. Fair and knowledgeable. If you need legal assistance, you need to contact them.”

Clarence P.

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