Kristen M Curry

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Kristen M Curry

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 32 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals

814 West Roosevelt Street, Phoenix, AZ

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About Kristen

Biography

CERTIFIED CRIMINAL LAW SPECIALIST; SEARCH & SEIZURE INSTRUCTOR; 30 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 85%

All Felonies, misdemeanors, DUI, traffic matters

32 years

85%
Appeals 15%

Appeals/Post-Conviction Relief

32 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Top Contributor
Top Contributor
2012
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 32 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Curry, Pearson & Wooten P.L.C.

814 West Roosevelt Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85007-2105

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Kristen M Curry's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

20 Client Reviews

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Posted by Courtney | May 13, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Life-changing legal representation

For people who like short reviews when making decisions- When dealing with criminal charges, you get ONE chance to hire the right person. Hiring Kristen Curry was the best decision we ever made, as she is the most passionate, competent litigator you’re going to find. We were terrified when we first... met with Kristen. Having no criminal background and being falsely accused of 6 felonies will do that to your typical law-abiding citizen, but Kristen meticulously navigated an extremely complex, detailed case that could’ve resulted in nearly 2 decades in prison. Instead, Kristen’s expertise during a month-long trial allowed for the jury to see the truth and produce a not-guilty verdict on each charge. Kristen literally produced life-changing results, and I am confident saying you will not find a better attorney than her. I wish I could pay her more money, as she is worth every penny and more! For people who like the more detailed reviews – Kristen is the third criminal defense attorney we hired when 6 felony charges were filed against my husband, and the trial she produced should be a masters class in criminal defense. Many attorneys are great at selling potential clients on how it will be if you hire them, but just as many do not follow through. When we first met with Kristen, it was apparent immediately that she is passionate about criminal defense. She gave us an honest and realistic assessment of our situation. We knew we had an uphill battle but felt immediate confidence once we retained Kristen. This was due in large part due to her immediately apparent expertise and trial strategy. I am a massive control freak, but Kristen’s sheer competency allowed me to step back and trust her process. Her paralegal Isabel was also at the absolute top of her game. She will change clients’ lives in the future the same way Kristen has for 30 years. The more we got to know Kristen, the more evident it became just how competent, compassionate, and caring she is. Kristen (and her entire staff) is extremely responsive to calls and emails and always keep up well informed throughout an excruciating, lengthy legal battle. There was not a single time in two years that we felt brushed off. In fact, the personal care Kristen provides left us feeling like her only clients. It was obvious that she cared about not only our case, but what happened to our family. I can’t imagine the many hours of sleep she lost to get an aspect of our case at an A+ rather than an A. Kristen maintained professionalism at every stage of our case, even when the other side’s lack of professionalism was apparent. At every stage, she was a step ahead of the prosecution, often predicting and neutralizing their next move. She is exceptionally well-rounded: she writes well, knows case law, and is an extraordinary trial attorney. Her cross examination expertly revealed the lies that witnesses in our case were telling. I would NOT want to be on the other end of Kristen’s cross-examination! Her paralegal Isabel was a massive asset and will make an amazing attorney in the future. This speaks to this firm’s ability and desire to hire competent people no matter which job title they possess. Other attorneys in Kristen’s firm showed up to offer support on the day the verdict was read, which speaks to the supportive, close-knit community this firm has built. I could quite literally spend pages detailing the ways this firm impressed us while passionately defending against criminal charges; however, there are no adequate words to ever appropriately convey just how thankful I am that in the most terrifying period of our lives, we had Kristen and this firm in our corner. We will forever be her biggest fans.

Posted by Margarita | June 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Kristen M Curry is the best criminal defense attorney.

Kristen M Curry is very knowledgeable and kind. She treated me and my family with kindness and respect. She prevented me from going to prison on 15 felony charges because of her knowledge of the law and her strategy to go to trail. My family and I will be grateful for life. I recommend her with confi...dence to represent anyone. Recomiendo a la bogada Kristen M Curry para que le represente a usted, sus amigos o familiares pues es la abogada más conocedora, bondadosa y amable. Ella me representó durante mi juicio y evito que me dieran más de 20 años de cárcel por 15 felonias.

Posted by Steve | February 16, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Kristen- A rare individual!

Kristen Curry is a life saver!! Facing 30+ felony charges worth 3 life sentences I had been through 3 different law firms. Not having any criminal background and finding myself in a falsified nightmare, every prior Attorney was all about my case and gave me the "hard sell" after paying each of them... large sums of money they became unreachable could never talk to them only would get their paralegal. They don't even show up for your court hearings they send junior Attorneys for the day to day stuff and they don't know how to stand up for you. In the end they all try to convince you that your only hope is to get the best plea deal you can. None of them even tried to defend me against false accusations no less. Kristen Curry is the exact polar opposite of those sham Attorney wanna be's. Kristen is an actual strong, educated and skilled professional. I only ever talked to Kristen, she was the one in court strong, confident and respected. Kristen is no BS, was strait and to the point with me, It was a complicated serious case and she went to work on it and worked hard. *Case was dismissed* 2 year nightmare over. I will never be able to say enough about Kristen, she saved my life and my family. Kristen is the real deal and you couldn't do better hands down

Posted by anonymous | February 9, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Honest and Fair

Kristen Curry represented my husband, she was honest and upfront about the case. She was in constant contact with us updating us along the way. I would definitely recommend her for any of your legal matters.

Posted by JOHN | November 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Forever Grateful

I've been a client of Kristen Curry for over 5 years now. She has handled a few of my cases. If you are looking for an attorney...... stop now and Hire Her!! She is simply the best. Knowledgeable, Caring, Thorough, and knows all the right people to get the most favorable outcome. Yes she returns phon...e calls, yes she actually does care, and yes I have used other attorney's and regretted doing so. Just meet with her one time and you will know why I give her my highest recommendation. I am thankful to Kristen for helping me and my family attain the best possible outcome. Finally, I sleep better at night knowing I can call her if I have a legal issue or potential legal issue.

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Kristen M Curry's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kyle Sherman

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"I've worked with Ms. Curry for a number of years and know that she is a very capable and dynamic attorney who is passionate about her representation. I highly recommend her services."

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Marci Kratter

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kristen is an amazing lawyer. She is knowledgable and well respected. I am happy to endorse this lawyer."

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John Gaertner

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Friend

"Kristen is an EXCELLENT attorney. Sharp mind, organized and an experienced as well as aggressive trial attorney. I strongly endorse her."

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Eric Hitchcock

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Herbert Ellis

Unknown lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Scott Silva

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Kristen on cases and she is one of the best criminal defense lawyers in Maricopa County. Very experienced, very smart, and gets great results."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kristen. She is a talented advocate with outstanding work ethic."

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Christian Lassen

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Kyle Sherman

Personal injury lawyer

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Robert Wooten

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michael Pearson

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers 2008-2019, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated 2008-2019, Martindale-Hubbell

2019

Arizona's Finest Lawyers 2015-2019, Arizona's Finest Lawyers

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers 2013-2019, National Trial Lawyers

2019

Certified Specialist - Criminal 2000-2019, State Bar of Arizona

2015

Arizona's Finest Lawyers, Arizona's Finest Lawyers

2013

Top Lawyer, North Valley Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers

2012

Top Lawyer, North Valley Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers

2011

Certified Specialist - Criminal - 5 year recertification, State Bar of Arizona

2011

Top Lawyer, North Valley Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Southwest Super Lawyers

2005

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

Certified Specialist - Criminal - 5 year recertification, State Bar of Arizona

2000

Certified Specialist - Criminal - 5 year certification, State Bar of Arizona

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Partner, Curry, Pearson & Wooten, PLC

2002 - 2003

Attorney, Law Offices of Kristen M. Curry

2000 - 2002

Partner, Curry & Gaertner, PLLC

1998 - 2000

Attorney, Law Office Of David Michael Cantor

1995 - 1998

Deputy Public Defender, Maricopa County Public Defender

1993 - 1995

Attorney, Law Office of Terry Mead

Associations

2012 - Present

Arizona Thurgood Marshall American Inn of Court

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. Shannon S.

Jury acquittal

State v. Randy O.

Jury Acquittal

State v. Brandon B.

Suppression of Evidence and Dismissal

State v. Pamela H.

Suppression of evidence and dismissal

State v. Belli

Jury acquittal

State v. Nathan B.

Suppression of Evidence and Dismissal

State v. Contreras

Judgment of Acquittal by Court

State v. Stevens

Jury Acquittal

United States v. Johnson

Jury Acquittal

State v. Brizuela

Jury Aquittal

State v. Shaulis

Jury Acquittal

State v. Ontiveros

Jury Acquittal

State v. Livingston

Suppression of Evidence and Dismissal

State v. Campbell

Jury Acquittal

State v. Barnes

Jury Acquittal

State v. D.S.

Jury acquittal

State v. Bean

Suppression of Evidence and Dismissal

State v. Garcia

Jury Acquittal

State v. Olguin

Jury Acquittal

State v. Reay

Dismissal of Extreme DUI charge

State v. Sells

Favorable Plea Agreement

State v. Sartor

Suppression of Evidence and Dismissal

State v. Flynn

Jury Acquittal for Extreme DUI

L. v. Velez

Jury Awarded $1,500,000.

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Education

1993

University of Arizona College of Law

Juris Doctor

1990

University of California - Los Angeles

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Seventeeth Annual APDA Statewide Conference

Search & Seizure

2018

Sixteenth Annual APDA Statewide Conference

Search & Seizure

2016

Fourteenth Annual APDA Statewide Conference

Search & Seizure

2015

Thirteenth Annual APDA Statewide Conference

Search and Seizure

2014

Twelfth Annual APDA Statewide Conference

Search & Seizure

2013

Eleventh Annual APDA Statewide Conference

Search and Seizure

2012

Tenth Annual APDA Statewide Conference

Search and Seizure

2011

Ninth Annual APDA Statewide Conference

Search and Seizure

2011

First Domestic Violence Case

Defending Domestic Violence Cases

2010

Eighth Annual APDA Statewide Conference

Search and Seizure

2009

Seventh Annual APDA Statewide Conference

Search and Seizure

2007

Fifth Annual APDA Statewide Conference

Search and Seizure

Languages

English

Activity

Top Contributor

Kristen earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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