Christopher Madiou
Federal and State Criminal Defense, Investigations, Compliance
EMPOWERING PEOPLE
A boutique law firm serving clients in New York, Maryland and D.C. We specialize in white collar criminal defense, witness representation, government and internal investigations, and compliance.
Our Mission
For over fifteen years, Christopher Madiou has defended hundreds of clients in criminal and civil matters in federal and state courts. He understands the unique stress defendants face. His practice prioritizes clients’ peace of mind. His approach is designed to ease anxiety, demystify the legal process and, most importantly, put clients on a path to success.
Our mission is simple—in each case, we do everything possible to achieve success.
When you’re faced with overwhelming legal problems, you need an immediate plan and experienced counsel to carry it out. We’re here to help.
Contact us anytime for a free consultation.
COMPLEX FRAUD
HEALTH CARE FRAUD
INSIDER TRADING
MONEY LAUNDERING
CYBER CRIME
COMPLIANCE
WITNESS REPRESENTATION
DRUG TRAFFICKING
VIOLENT CRIME
INVESTIGATIONS
CRISIS MANAGEMENT
COMPLEX LITIGATION
CIVIL DEFENSE

About Chris
Christopher Madiou has extensive experience at every stage of the criminal process, from advising grand jury targets and witnesses, to guiding clients through arrest, indictment, pretrial litigation, representation at trial and on appeal. He has litigated a broad range of matters, from narcotics trafficking and crimes of violence to complex financial fraud and international cyber crime. To each case, he brings a creative and fervent approach that is respected by both his adversaries and the judiciary.
Mr. Madiou is a member of the Federal Bar Council, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the New York State Bar Association and the Maryland State Bar Association. He is appointed to the Criminal Justice Act panel in the Southern District of New York and the District of Maryland.
Mr. Madiou received his undergraduate degree from Salisbury University in 2002 and his J.D. from Widener University School of Law in 2006.
Bar Admissions:
New York State
Southern District of New York
Eastern District of New York
Second Circuit Court of Appeals
Maryland State
District of Maryland
United States District Court for the District of Columbia
Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals
Practice Areas
Your liberty is at stake—we’re here to help.
If you have been charged with a crime in federal or state court, you have an understandable amount of anxiety and a myriad of questions. Your liberty is at stake. We’re here to help you understand the nature of your legal situation and form a plan designed for success. Our firm prioritizes client service, which often means crisis management. We understand that a criminal defense problem can have a ripple effect in a defendant’s life—even an arrest can cause irreparable collateral damage. Having the right counsel is critical. We have the experience and approach needed to mitigate the devastating effect a criminal charge can bring.
Our firm represents criminal defendants in state and federal courts from their first appearance through trial and on appeal. We litigate a broad range of matters, from complex criminal matters, such as heath care fraud and insider trading, to misdemeanor and violent felony offenses. Our firm also represents foreign nationals facing extradition to the United States for criminal prosecution.
Our mission is simple—in each case, we do everything possible to achieve success.
If you are being investigated, time is not on your side.
If you have been served a subpoena for documents, bank records or testimony, or otherwise believe you are the target of Government investigators, please contact us today. Government investigations require the right plan of action, which can only be carried out by experienced counsel. Do not take it upon yourself to comply with a subpoena or speak with investigators on your own. Our firm’s primary objective is always to avoid government investigation and criminal charges, when possible. Where this is not possible, we work to resolve the matter quickly and discreetly. We understand that civil and criminal investigations often affect each other, and work toward dispositions that favorably resolve both.
Give yourself the chance to avoid indictment—contact us today to discuss your case for free.
Proven strategies for the most intricate legal issues.
We understand—you have complicated and unique legal problems. You need immediate answers. Our firm handles a broad spectrum of complex criminal, civil and regulatory issues. We have the training and experience to handle the most involved legal issues. More importantly, we make sure that you thoroughly understand your options and explain every step of our strategy and process.
Our practice covers:
- Compliance
- Internal Investigations
- Whistleblower representation
- Due Diligence
- Asset Forfeiture
Law Offices of Christopher Madiou
New York
50 Broad Street
Suite 1609
New York, NY 10004
Phone: (917) 408-6484
Fax: (212) 571-9149
Email: chris@madioulaw.com
Maryland/DC
6305 Ivy Lane
Suite 700
Greenbelt, MD 20770