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About Mr. John Louis Machado

Mr. John Louis Machado is a lawyer practicing criminal law, appellate practice, civil litigation and 1 other area of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Miami in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years. John practices at John L. Machado in Washington, DC.

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Criminal Law
Posted by Maria
March 13, 2026
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I am incredibly grateful for the outstanding support and representation I received from my attorney during my DUI case. From the very beginning, he was responsive, professional, and truly compassionate. He took the time to patiently explain every step of the process and made sure I understood my options, which gave me a lot of peace of mind during a very stressful time. His guidance and dedication helped me resolve my case with a DSA outcome, and I could not be more thankful for his help. What stood out the most was his kindness and patience. He never made me feel rushed or like I was bothering him, and he always made himself available to answer my questions. Having someone who genuinely cares makes a huge difference when going through something so difficult. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs a knowledgeable, supportive, and trustworthy attorney. Thank you again for everything you did for me. Maria Arréllaga

 
Criminal Law
Posted by Jim
March 04, 2026
Hired Attorney

Attorney John Machado provided outstanding representation for my son when he was facing a serious felony charge. From our very first meeting, he was professional, prepared, and honest about what we were up against while still giving us hope and a clear plan. He took the time to explain every step of the process in plain language, always made sure we understood our options, and was consistently responsive to calls and emails. What impressed us most was how thoroughly he knew the law and the local court system, and how skillfully he applied that knowledge to my son’s case. He was extremely familiar with all the players in the court system with whom he negotiated firmly but respectfully and never stopped advocating for the best possible outcome. Thanks to his hard work and strategic approach, my son’s felony charge was completely reduced to community service—a result that exceeded our expectations and lifted a huge weight off our family.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Criminal Law
  • Appellate Practice
  • Litigation 1
    • Civil Litigation
  • Commercial Litigation

Practice Details

  • Languages
    Spanish
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Fixed fees available
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Member
    Firm Name
    John L. Machado
    Firm Onwership
    Minority Owned

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1992, Florida
    1993, Virginia
    1996, District of Columbia
    1997, U.S. Supreme Court
    1993, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, U.S. District Court, District of Maryland and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
    Memberships
    Hispanic National Bar Association
    Hispanic Bar Association of Virginia, Hispanic Bar Association of the District of Columbia.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    University of Notre Dame
    Class of 1992
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Miami
    Class of 1989
    B.A.
    with honors
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1968
    Newark, New Jersey, December 11, 1968

Mr. John Louis Machado

Member at John L. Machado
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The Webster Bldg., 503 D Street N.W., Ste. 310Washington, DC 20001U.S.A.

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