Christa Lea Kirk

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Christa Lea Kirk

also known as Christa Kirk

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 21 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Suwanee, GA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Criminal Defense, Child Custody ... +4 more

3453 Lawrenceville Suwanee Road, Suite A, Suwanee, GA

Virtual Consultation Available

About Christa

Biography

The Experience to Make a Difference

Practice Areas

7

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

40%
Child Custody 20%

20%
Criminal Defense 20%

20%
Child Support 5%

5%
Family 5%

5%
Personal Injury 5%

5%
Uncontested Divorce 5%

5%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016 2014 2013

Licenses

Licensed in Georgia for 21 years

State: Georgia

Acquired: 2004

Active Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Kirk Law Firm, P.C.

3453 Lawrenceville Suwanee Road, Suite A, Suwanee, GA, 30024

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Christa Lea Kirk's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

31 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | August 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

She will fight hard for you

I went to see a lot of attorneys to make sure I could find the right one that could handle my case. Unfortunately, in many cases, it is challenging for the noncustodial parent to get additional time outside of every other weekend. Some attorneys said I had no chance of getting more time and I should ...not even try. The other parent was fighting hard to prevent me from getting additional time and trying to take my rights away. Christa was very passionate about doing whatever she could to get me more time while maintaining my final decision making rights. Christa was very responsive to any question that I had and walked me through everything to make sure I understood the next steps. She handled herself very well in the courtroom and did well countering statements that were raised. The judge awarded me additional days with my son and I maintained all the rights that I had previously. I am so thankful for everything that Christa did on this case.

Posted by Susan | January 02, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

I'm so blessed to have Mrs. Kirk represent me

Prior to meeting Christa, I had a consultation with another top attorney in Gwinnett County and I did not feel confident at all. He just didn't seem to care and I felt rushed the entire time. Then I came across Avvo and read the reviews on Mrs. Kirk. What made me choose her was the review that a pr...evious client wrote about her being very caring and compassionate- I am so glad I did because caring and compassionate is exactly what she is. She fought for me as if she were in my shoes. I suffered so much stress and anxiety from my ex trying to fight his child support order by trying to get custody of my children, telling lies and constantly harassing me. Mrs. Kirk is very knowledgeable and always made me feel confident. She helped to ease alot of my stress by just being there for me any time I needed her advice. She's helped me in so many ways I cannot thank her enough. I highly recommend her, you'll be so glad you've chosen her.

Posted by anonymous | November 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Consultation

She made me feel really comfortable. Before going to her and speaking with other lawyers I was feeling really down about my case and not feeling like those lawyers cared about anything but the money. After speaking with Mrs Kirk I felt releaved and hired her on the spot. She took the time to educate ...me on my case.

Posted by anonymous | September 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Highly rated for a reason

I first came across Christa Kirk a yr and a half ago. I was arrested with a mountain of charges that included aggravated assault and 3+ felonies. I was facing 5 to 10 yrs prison time. Upon research i found she was one of the 3 highest rated for all of Gwinnett county, so i contacted them to see if... they would take my case. From day 1 they put me at ease. She has a way of being a positive, but still a 100% honest. Throughout the process they kept me in the loop through every stage. When it was time to show up, she was extremely prepared. At the end i couldnt of asked for a better outcome.

Posted by Greg | October 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Family

The Very Best Attorney I've ever come in Contact with! If you want to win your case, you need to Hire Miss Kirk.

My Case was Personal and involved Family Members and was very complicated and Scary for myself and a Family Member. Miss Kirk was referred to me by a Reliable source as being very reasonable and Knowledgeable of my type of case and very comfortable with the court system. From about the second visit ...with her I Quickly found that this was VERY TRUE. From the very first time I met with Miss Kirk she was the absolute Professional , But made me feel comfortable and confident about the possibilities of winning my case. She did not try to mislead me on a 100% win, but did Carefully gather the facts about my case and made me comfortable about moving forward with my case with her. She was very informative about what could or could not happen in my case. She was very easy to get along with and was easy to get InTouch with every time I had a question about my case. Every time either She would or someone on her staff would answer the phone or shortly call me back. She WAS NOT one of those that would never call you back or make you think she was just taking payment and not paying attention to your case. She kept me informed quickly of any change in my case. She also sent me reminders of court dates or changes in dates and also reminded me of things that I may have forgotten to do that would help to make my case stronger and move forward more quickly. Even though my case was a little drawn out she was always there for me when I needed her. She helped to keep me calm and not worry so much ,which I tended to do because of the nature of my case. She remained calm and kept me calm through out my case. But she did not hesitate to Stand up strong every time she needed to in my case. This Case was a very Important case for me and a Loved one. She knew that and took very special attention to it, as I'm sure she does to every case she takes. In the end SHE WON OUR CASE FOR US! For that to her I am Truly Thankful and grateful. If there was ever an attorney that I wanted to Refer to EVERYBODY, Miss Christa Kirk would be the one. She is a great person, a Great Attorney. She Knows the Law and Knows how to win cases. I would recommend her to anybody about any case they may have. If you talk to her first about your case , you wont have to talk to anyone else about it, Because You'll Know Miss Kirk is the one for the Job. Thank You Miss Christa Kirk For Putting up with me through it all and Winning My Case. Greg Lawrenceville GA.

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Christa Lea Kirk's Lawyer Endorsements

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Anthony Zezima

Child custody lawyer | Apr 19

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer because she is not only a capable trial lawyer, but is also able to determine when to resolve a legal matter without litigation. She has committed her practice to helping people navigate the family law issues that come into most people's lives in the most effective manner possible."

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Matt Acuff

Family lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Christa Kirk is an excellent lawyer that works hard for her clients. She knows the law well and approaches matters ethically and professionally. I fully endorse Christa Kirk."

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Richard Armond

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Christa as a leader in the Gwinnett legal community since her time as an assistant district attorney. I have also been opposing counsel to her and have witnessed first hand her effective advocacy in achieving successful results for clients."

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Jonathan Aurelia

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Christa for more than 10 years and I can say that she is one of the very best lawyers around - she is a brilliant advocate who goes above and beyond for every one of her clients"

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Stephanie Salb

Unknown lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Although I just met Christa a few months ago, I certainly knew who she was before then. Christa has earned a stellar representation in the legal community with judges, attorneys and clients. We have worked together as attorney coaches for our daughters' high school mock trial team and are currently collaborating on the same side of a Gwinnett County case. She is extremely knowledgeable of the law and trial and litigation ins and outs in particular.She is also quite pleasant personally. I endorse this lawyer."

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June Lynn

Divorce and separation lawyer | Dec 14

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I just completed a case where Christa Kirk was the opposing counsel. Ms. Kirk did an excellent job. We were able to resolve all of the issues at mediation, saving both clients the emotional and financial expense of a trial."

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David Fife

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Christa for many years. I worked with her as a prosecutor in Gwinnett for many years. She has brilliant mind and she is absolutely relentless in the courtroom. She genuinely cares for the people she represents so when she's on your side, she'll work tirelessly for the best result. I strongly endorse Christa. It's been my privilege to know her and you couldn't ask for a better lawyer."

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Drew Mosley

Family lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Having been on the other side of cases with Christa in both criminal and domestic cases, I can say that she is aggressive for her clients and professional, achieving her clients' objectives without alienating the opposing side."

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Sumner Riddick

Family lawyer | Mar 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Christa is a lawyer's lawyer meaning that if I personally needed help with a family law issue, I would turn Christa. She knows the law and is the perfect litigator in that she will attempt to work an out of court settlement if possible, but has no problem whatsoever in going to Court and aggressively representing her client if necessary."

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J Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Christopher Leroi

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. As a former judge, magistrate and prosecutor over the past 24 years, I can tell you that she is an exemplary attorney. I would recommend anyone and everyone for her services. There is no better decision that you could make."

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Ramon Alvarado

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Christa since she worked at the District Attorney's Office. When she was at the DA's office I could always count on her to be ethical and reasonable. She was also an excellent trial attorney. All of those traits have carried over to her private practice; making her a great lawyer to have on your side. I endorse Christa."

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Lance Tyler

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Christa for more than 10 years and I have the utmost respect for her. She is an experienced and skilled trial attorney who zealously and ethically represents her clients. She is well respected within the legal community and truly appreciated by those who have been represented by her."

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Michael Kay

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've had cases with Christa when she was a prosecutor in the DA's office. She was always prepared, knowledgeable, and professional. It's fantastic that we now have her on the other side, as a member of the criminal defense bar. I endorse Christa."

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Stacy Levy

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Christa since she was an ADA. And on behalf of myself and the criminal defense bar we are so lucky to now have her on her side. Her knowledge of the law is only surpassed by her courtroom expertise. I strongly endorse Christa Kirk."

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Matthew Crosby

Criminal defense lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Christa is a zealous advocate for her clients. She is an experienced, knowledgeable and skilled trial lawyer who is very well-respected in the legal community."

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Zebulon Chandler

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christa is a serious and successful criminal defense attorney. I highly recommend her."

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Eric Crawford

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 17

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Christa is highly knowledgeable about the ins and outs of criminal law, and has vast trial experience which she uses to help her clients. Formerly a prosecutor in the Gwinnett DA's office, she's plugged in with judges, support staff, and the prosecutors, and can use those connections to navigate clients through difficult and scary times. I highly recommend her services!"

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Kavan Grover

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christa has years of experience dealing with criminal cases. She is extremely knowledgeable regarding the law and procedure, and has won many jury trials in serious and complex cases. I would be very confident if she were my attorney, and I endorse her."

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Charles Magarahan

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 08

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. Christa was a damn good prosecutor, and now that she's on the side of defense, I have no hesitation in making an endorsement for her abilities. I have already sent her a referral in Gwinnett County Superior Court."

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Matt Acuff

Criminal defense lawyer

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Richard Armond

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jonathan Aurelia

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stephanie Salb

Divorce and separation lawyer

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June Lynn

Divorce and separation lawyer

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David Fife

Criminal defense lawyer

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Sumner Riddick

Family lawyer

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Peter Zeliff

Criminal defense lawyer

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D. Sessions

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ramon Alvarado

Criminal defense lawyer

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Eric Crawford

Criminal defense lawyer

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Lance Tyler

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Michael Kay

Criminal defense lawyer

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Matthew Crosby

Criminal defense lawyer

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Stacy Levy

Criminal defense lawyer

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Kavan Grover

Unknown lawyer

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Amy Duncan

Unknown lawyer

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John Steakley

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2013

Client's Choice, AVVO

2012

Target Murder Case featured, Snapped on Oxygen

2012

Featured on Scorned, Walmart Murder Case

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Attorney, The Kirk Law Firm, P.C.

2013 - 2014

Attorney, The Ryczek Law Firm, PC

2009 - 2013

Supervising Assistant District Attorney, Gwinnett County District Attorney's Office

2004 - 2009

Assistant District Attorney, Gwinnett County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2013 - Present

Gwinnett County Bar Association

General Member

2013 - Present

Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

General Member

2013 - Present

Georgia Defenders of Drinking Driving Group (DODD)

General Member

2005 - Present

Georgia Supreme Court

Admitted

2005 - Present

Georgia Court of Appeals

Admitted

2005 - Present

Northern District of Georgia

Admitted

Sample of Legal Cases

St. v. R.P.

Not Guilty

State v. W.W.

Closed

Stave vs. D.B.

Case overturned - Client released from custody

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Education

2013

Impaired Driving Specialist

2004

Georgia State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Georgia

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Police Academy

Criminal Law

2010

Police Academy

Criminal Procedure

Languages

English

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