The Experience to Make a Difference
Christa Kirk began her career as a lawyer in the Gwinnett County District Attorney’s Office. As an Assistant District Attorney, she prosecuted cases at all court levels, including Magistrate Court, Juvenile Court, and Superior Court. Additionally, she represented the State of Georgia at the appellate level at both the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Georgia. She has handled every kind of criminal case from simple misdemeanor thefts to felony aggravated assault, drug possession, and murder. During her tenure at the DA’s Office, Christa served as a Senior Assistant District Attorney. As part of her job responsibilities, Christa supervised other ADA’s and trained prosecutors and police officers on all aspects of criminal law and trial techniques. Having prosecuted and reviewed thousands of cases, she has a keen sense of how jurors, prosecutors, and judges will respond to legal and factual arguments. Christa successfully tried cases before juries and has been featured on nationally televised programs.
She is a member of the State Bar of Georgia, the Georgia Supreme Court, the Georgia Court of Appeals and the United States District Court, Northern District.
Languages spoken
English
The Kirk Law Firm, P.C.
3453 Lawrenceville Suwanee Road
Suite A
Suwanee, GA, 30024
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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GA | Active Member in Good Standing | 2004 | 04/17/2022 |
Legal answers | 0 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Top 40 Under 40 | National Trial Lawyers | 2014 |
Client's Choice | AVVO | 2013 |
Target Murder Case featured | Snapped on Oxygen | 2012 |
Featured on Scorned | Walmart Murder Case | 2012 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Attorney | The Kirk Law Firm, P.C. | 2014 - Present |
Attorney | The Ryczek Law Firm, PC | 2013 - 2014 |
Supervising Assistant District Attorney | Gwinnett County District Attorney's Office | 2009 - 2013 |
Assistant District Attorney | Gwinnett County District Attorney's Office | 2004 - 2009 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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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 | 2013 - Present |
Georgia Supreme Court | Admitted | 2005 - Present |
Georgia Court of Appeals | Admitted | 2005 - Present |
Northern District of Georgia | Admitted | 2005 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Impaired Driving Specialist | 2013 | |
Georgia State University College of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2004 |
University of Georgia | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 2001 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Police Academy | Criminal Law | 2012 |
Police Academy | Criminal Procedure | 2010 |
Case name | Outcome |
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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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Anthony Zezima, Child custody Attorney on Apr 19, 2020
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.
Matt Acuff, Family Attorney on Mar 18, 2020
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.
Richard Armond, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 16, 2017
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.
Jonathan Aurelia, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 3, 2015
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
Stephanie Salb, Unknown Attorney on Jan 15, 2015
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.
June Lynn, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 14, 2014
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.
David Fife, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 19, 2014
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.
Drew Mosley, Family Attorney on Mar 28, 2014
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.
Sumner Riddick, Family Attorney on Mar 18, 2014
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.
J Smith, Criminal defense Attorney on Oct 20, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Christopher Leroi, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 15, 2013
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.
Ramon Alvarado, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 17, 2013
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.
Lance Tyler, Criminal defense Attorney on Aug 15, 2013
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.
Michael Kay, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 18, 2013
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.
Stacy Levy, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 12, 2013
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.
Matthew Crosby, Criminal defense Attorney on May 16, 2013
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.
Zebulon Chandler, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Christa is a serious and successful criminal defense attorney. I highly recommend her.
Eric Crawford, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 17, 2013
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!
Kavan Grover, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 13, 2013
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.
Charles Magarahan, Criminal defense Attorney on Mar 8, 2013
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.