About Mari Martinez, Senior Litigation Attorney
As a former Deputy District Attorney, Ms. Martinez prosecuted numerous high-profile criminal cases, including serious violent felonies, homicide, and drug trafficking cases. She specialized in juvenile matters during the most recent part of her tenure, which gave her significant insight into the dynamics of family life and the impact it can have on a child’s wellbeing.
Ms. Martinez is passionate and empathetic to those experiencing difficult transitional phases in their lives. Her experience working with victims of crime and children in the Juvenile Justice System inspired her to pursue a career in family law.
Licenses
Ms. Martinez is licensed to practice in New Mexico.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree from University of New Mexico Anderson School of Management (Finance degree) – 2008
- Juris Doctorate from the University of New Mexico School of Law – 2014
Professional Experience
Ms. Martinez completed several clerkships in multiple organizations during her time as a law student. After passing the bar, she worked as a prosecutor for 10 years. She began as an Assistant District Attorney in the Metropolitan Division before progressing to a Senior Trial Attorney in the Felony Crime Division and was promoted to Deputy District Attorney in 2021.
Associations
- Boys and Girls Club of Central New Mexico Board of Directors Member – 2021 to 2023
- Annual Volunteer Scoring Judge – Gene Franchini Mock Trial Competition – 2018
- School Threat Working Group Meeting and the Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative – 2018 to 2024
- Member of the Reducing Racial and Ethnic Disparities in the Juvenile Justice System Committee – 2018 to 2024
- New Mexico Hispanic Bar Association Member – 2014 to Present
