Daniel M. Garcia

Daniel M. Garcia is an Arizona criminal defense lawyer, managing attorney, and co-founder at Garcia & Garcia Law Firm, with more than 15 years of criminal law experience. He has defended clients facing misdemeanors, DUIs, and serious felony charges in state and federal courts. He previously served as a prosecutor, giving him insight into charging decisions, evidence, and trial strategy. He has handled more than 100 criminal trials and brings substantial courtroom experience to complex defense matters in criminal cases.

Daniel earned his B.S. from Arizona State University in 2006. He earned his J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law in 2010. He was admitted in Illinois in 2010, Minnesota in 2012, and Arizona in 2014. His Illinois and Minnesota licenses are currently inactive, while his Arizona license remains active. He later developed extensive courtroom experience through prosecution and criminal defense work in state and federal cases throughout his career.

Daniel began his legal career in 2010 with the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office in Illinois. He worked first in criminal appeals before moving into misdemeanor trial practice. He later prosecuted felony cases with the Coconino County Attorney’s Office in Arizona, including violent crimes and homicides. He became lead prosecutor of a drug interdiction unit and worked with state and federal law enforcement on undercover trafficking investigations in complex cases.

Daniel M. Garcia now focuses on criminal defense in Arizona state and federal courts. He represents clients in drug trafficking, smuggling, DUI, violent felony, and other serious criminal matters. He is fluent in English and Spanish and works with Spanish-speaking clients facing criminal charges and potential immigration consequences. He uses his prosecution background to evaluate evidence, challenge government theories, negotiate resolutions, and prepare cases for trial when necessary in court.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Attorney, Garcia & Garcia Law Firm
• Member, State Bar of Arizona
• Member, Minnesota State Bar Association
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Arizona
• Minnesota
• Illinois

Education

• William Mitchell College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Arizona State University
  Bachelor of Science (BS)